Safripol, in partnership with Polyoak Packaging and UK-based Packamama, has introduced South Africa’s first locally manufactured flat wine bottle made from recycled PET. The innovation is now being produced in Cape Town and marks a significant shift in wine packaging aimed at reducing environmental impact and improving logistics. The bottle …
PepsiCo and DP World open $20M facility in Nigeria to produce Cheetos
PepsiCo has officially launched local production of its Cheetos snack brand in Nigeria, alongside the commissioning of a $20 million expanded manufacturing facility in Lagos developed with global logistics company DP World. The project is expected to strengthen supply chains, create jobs, and reduce import reliance. Located in Oshodi, the plant …
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Nadec Revamps Flavoured Labneh Packaging with Gentlebrand Collaboration
Gentlebrand, a Sidel company, has collaborated with Saudi Arabia’s Nadec to redesign its flavoured Labneh line, aiming to appeal to a younger, more diverse consumer base while preserving the product’s cultural heritage. The refreshed packaging emphasizes three pillars: shelf impact, flavour expression, and intuitive navigation. Each variant—‘Chili,’ ‘Zaatar,’ and ‘Olives’—features …
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Bull Brand Expands Canned Meal Range with Launch of Curried Chicken Mince
Bull Brand has added a new variant to its ready-to-eat canned meal range with the launch of Curried Chicken Mince with Vegetables, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to convenient, shelf-stable protein solutions in metal packaging. The latest addition combines curried chicken and vegetables in a single-serve can, aligning with increased consumer demand for …
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Quadpack Expands PET Dip-In Pack Production at German Facility to Meet European Market Demand
Quadpack has announced the expansion of its injection-moulding capabilities at its Kierspe manufacturing site in Germany to include the production of PET dip-in lip gloss bottles. The investment marks a significant step in the company’s ongoing strategy to localise production for the European market and strengthen its presence in the colour cosmetics …
Gen Z Drives Demand for Sustainable Packaging, McKinsey Survey Finds
A new global survey by McKinsey & Company reveals that younger consumers—especially Gen Z—are leading the shift in attitudes toward sustainable packaging, with notable differences across age and income groups. Drawing on responses from over 11,000 individuals in 11 countries representing two-thirds of global GDP, the study highlights that while cost and quality remain top …
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