Metal Park announced the launch of Phase Two of its industrial development during Make it in the Emirates 2026, adding new capacity to its integrated metals ecosystem in the UAE. The expansion will add 700,000 square feet of industrial facilities, increasing the total development footprint to more than 1.3 …
Nampak advances balance sheet recovery in first-half 2026 results
African packaging manufacturer Nampak has reported further progress in its financial recovery programme, with lower debt levels, reduced finance costs and improved earnings during the six months ended 31 March 2026. The company recorded normalised headline earnings of R346 million, an increase of 9% compared with the corresponding period last …
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Globalpharma signs seven strategic MoUs to strengthen manufacturing, R&D and sustainability
UAE-based pharmaceutical manufacturer Globalpharma has signed seven Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at strengthening research and development, manufacturing capabilities, operational efficiency and sustainable growth across its operations. The agreements are structured around three areas: innovation and product development; manufacturing, efficiency and sustainability; and market access, financing and expansion. The partnerships include collaboration with …
GCG Enterprise Solutions expands print production services in Saudi Arabia and Oman
GCG Enterprise Solutions has expanded its print production services into Saudi Arabia and Oman, extending its commercial and industrial print operations across the GCC region. The move will provide customers in both markets with local access to production print technologies, including high-speed inkjet systems and digital press platforms supporting commercial print, labels, …
Carlsberg, DS Smith and KHS together develop rounded cardboard multipack
Carlsberg, DS Smith and KHS have developed a cardboard multipack with rounded corners, using SCA’s patented Arcwise technology, with the first launch taking place in Poland. The pack, named DS Smith Round Wrap, is being used for bottled products including Carlsberg, Garage and Somersby. It is designed for larger …
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L’Oréal Middle East opens new offices in Jeddah as it expands its presence in Saudi Arabia
L’Oréal Middle East has opened new offices in Jeddah, marking a further expansion of its operations in Saudi Arabia. The company said the move reflects its long-term commitment to the Kingdom, where it has been active for more than 15 years through its regional operations. The opening was announced alongside …
MeTL Group Announces $50 Million Beverage Plant in Mombasa, Signaling High-Volume Packaging Demand
MOMBASA, KENYA — Tanzanian conglomerate Mohammed Enterprises Tanzania Limited (MeTL Group) is aggressively expanding its East African beverage footprint with a planned $50 million (approximately KSh 6.5 billion) manufacturing facility in Mombasa, Kenya. Group President and CEO Mohammed Dewji formally announced the strategic investment during the Africa Forward Summit in …
TA’ZIZ and Alpha Dhabi plan $10 billion chemicals investment for packaging and manufacturing sectors
TA’ZIZ and Alpha Dhabi Holding have signed a strategic collaboration agreement for an estimated $10 billion (AED36.7 billion) investment in industrial chemicals production in Abu Dhabi, including several materials widely used in packaging manufacturing and converting applications. The agreement, announced during the Make it in the Emirates platform, targets …
Star Paper Mill inaugurates 200 million AED recycled containerboard plant in KEZAD
Star Paper Mill has inaugurated its AED 200 million recycled containerboard manufacturing facility in Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD), as demand for paper-based packaging and corrugated materials continues to grow across the UAE and GCC markets. The facility was officially inaugurated by H.E Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, …
ADNOC Distribution signs industrial supply agreements with EGA and Borouge
ADNOC Distribution has announced strategic agreements with Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) and Borouge during the Make it in the Emirates event, with the partnerships collectively valued at more than AED 60 million. The agreements are focused on industrial lubricant supply, local manufacturing and packaging development in the UAE. According …
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