Heidelberg, a key player in the global printing technology industry, marks its 175th anniversary this year, tracing its roots back to a bell foundry and machine shop established in Frankenthal on March 11, 1850. Initially manufacturing bells and mechanical components, the company gradually shifted its focus to printing presses. The 1921 introduction …
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Almarai participated as a main sponsor of the 7th Oman International Conference on Food Safety and Quality, held from April 21–23, 2025, at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre. Organized by Oman’s Ministry of Agricultural, Fisheries and Water Resources, the event brought together regional and international stakeholders to discuss advancements in food safety. …
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Hotpack Global has expanded its manufacturing capabilities in 2024 by installing advanced machinery from Windmöller & Hölscher (W&H) at its newly established facility, further strengthening the long-standing partnership between the two companies. The latest investment includes the MIRAFLEX II flexographic press, the HELIOSTAR II gravure press, and the OPTIMEX II blown film line—all engineered …
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SIG Group AG reported a 3.4% increase in revenue for the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year, reflecting steady momentum across its global operations. The Switzerland-based packaging company also posted an adjusted EBITDA margin of 22.3%, up from 21.5% in Q1 2024, indicating gains in operational efficiency and cost control. …
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Borouge Plc has announced a new phase of production capacity expansion, expected to raise its annual output to over 6.6 million tonnes by 2028. The initiatives are projected to add over 200,000 tonnes per annum of capacity and contribute between $165 million and $200 million (AED600 million–730 million) annually in EBITDA. The …
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BRF, a global leader in the food sector, has announced the start of construction on a new processed food factory in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The investment, carried out through BRF Arabia Holding Company, is valued at approximately US$ 160 million. With an annual production capacity of around 40,000 tons, the new plant …
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DP World has officially opened a new, state-of-the-art temperature-controlled distribution facility in Walvis Bay, reinforcing Namibia’s cold chain infrastructure. The $2 million investment is part of DP World’s broader strategy to enhance trade efficiency and meet growing demand across the food service, hospitality, retail, and export sectors in the region. The facility, …
United Foods Company (DFM: UFC) reported its full-year financial results for the period ending 31 December 2024, highlighting growth in revenue, profitability, and operational strength. Gross revenue reached a record AED 601.7 million, up from AED 589.4 million in 2023, supported by a 5.9% increase in sales volumes. Gross profit rose …
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Printech Middle East LLC has formed a partnership with Shubham Extrusions to introduce advanced blown film extrusion technology to the Middle East. The collaboration will offer solutions such as 3-layer and 5-layer extrusion lines, as well as Automatic IBC systems, aimed at addressing the region’s industrial needs. “This partnership reflects a shared …
Berry Global has collaborated with cleaning product manufacturer Vamoosh to develop a packaging solution for its Plug Hole Unblocker, addressing the challenges posed by the product’s chemical composition. Through research and testing, Berry determined that conventional PET and HDPE materials lacked the required durability for the specialist chemicals used in the unblocker. To …
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