Parakh Flexipacks strengthens partnership with BOBST with fourth printing press

Parakh Flexipacks has installed its fourth printing press from BOBST — the VISION CI Flexo. The commissioning marks ten years of collaboration between the two companies. Established in 2003, Parakh Flexipacks is part of the ₹4,000 crore Parakh Group and supplies flexible packaging across sectors including FMCG, dairy, beverages, snacks, confectionery, hygiene, and apparel. The …

Beta Glass records ₦78.2 billion revenue and strong profit growth in first half of 2025

    Beta Glass Plc has reported net sales of ₦78.2 billion for the first half of 2025, reflecting a 63% increase over the same period in 2024. The unaudited interim financial results, released on July 30, highlight significant growth across key financial metrics, despite macroeconomic headwinds and rising operational costs.     Operating profit …

Elopak reports EUR 289.7 million in Q2 revenue amid steady growth

      Elopak ASA reported revenues of EUR 289.7 million in the second quarter of 2025, reflecting an organic growth of 2.4% compared to the same period last year, adjusted for currency effects. The growth was largely driven by strong performance in the Americas, supported by the continued ramp-up of the company’s new production …

ADIA exits IFCO as Stonepeak joins Triton in reusable packaging venture

      A subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) has agreed to divest its approximately 50% stake in IFCO Group to Stonepeak, an alternative investment firm focused on infrastructure and real assets. The deal positions Stonepeak as a joint and equal owner alongside Triton, which remains a committed partner in the business. …

Huhtamaki Egypt awarded Golden License for sustainable packaging facility in Sadat City

      Huhtamaki Egypt has received the Golden License from the Egyptian Cabinet to establish a molded fiber packaging plant in Sadat City, Monufia Governorate. The facility, set to open in August 2026, will be developed with a total investment of EGP 1.47 billion.     The plant will cover 22,000 square meters and …

Trident Group Expands into Middle East with New Dubai Office

[DUBAI, UAE – August 1, 2025] Trident Group has opened a new office in Dubai, marking a significant step in its international expansion strategy. The Indian business conglomerate, known as the world’s largest manufacturer of terry towels, aims to leverage Dubai’s strategic location to extend its footprint across the GCC, Africa, and CIS regions. The …

Imdaad, Enviroserve Sign MOU to Boost E-Waste Recycling in Dubai

    Imdaad has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Enviroserve Services to promote responsible e-waste collection and recycling across key developments in Dubai.     Under the agreement, Enviroserve will install smart e-waste bins, skips, and recycling points in facilities managed by Imdaad, primarily within the Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA). The initiative …

Siegwerk Acquires Dutch Coatings Specialist Allinova to Expand Functional Packaging Capabilities

Siegwerk Druckfarben AG & Co. KGaA has signed an agreement to acquire Allinova, a specialty chemicals company based in Hengelo, the Netherlands, known for its expertise in water-based dispersions. The deal, announced on August 11, 2025, aims to strengthen Siegwerk’s coatings business, particularly in functional coatings for packaging. Allinova’s product range includes polymer dispersions, wax …

PepsiCo Opens Expanded Manufacturing Plant in Dammam Following SAR 300 Million Investment

    Dammam, Saudi Arabia – His Excellency Bandar AlKhorayef, Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, has inaugurated PepsiCo’s expanded manufacturing plant in Dammam’s 2nd Industrial City, signaling the company’s ongoing investment in Saudi Arabia’s industrial sector.     The SAR 300 million ($80 million) expansion is part of PepsiCo’s broader SAR 9 billion ($2.4 …

SIG and PulPac Partner to Scale Paper-Based Closures for Aseptic Cartons

    SIG has partnered with PulPac to develop paper-based closures for aseptic cartons, aiming for large-scale production of caps and bases using Dry Molded Fiber technology. Announced on 22 July 2025, the exclusive programme seeks to match the performance of conventional plastic closures.     The collaboration supports SIG’s commitment to reach 90 % …