SA Litho Label Printers, in partnership with ROTOCON, has introduced the Pantec RHINO E flatbed finishing system to South Africa—the first installation of its kind in the country. The advanced system, known for its foil stamping, embossing, and multi-foil capabilities, aims to elevate the standard of premium label production, particularly in the wine and …
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Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) and Canon have strengthened their partnership with a formal agreement on global cooperation in sheetfed inkjet printing. The contract was signed at Heidelberg’s Home of Print in Wiesloch-Walldorf, marking a significant step in the companies’ shared ambitions for advancing digital printing. As part of the collaboration, Heidelberg will market the …
Printech Middle East LLC has entered into a partnership with Shubham Extrusions to introduce advanced blown film extrusion technology to the Middle East. This collaboration aims to address the region’s growing industrial needs by offering precision-engineered equipment, including 3-layer and 5-layer extrusion lines and Automatic IBC solutions. The partnership combines Printech’s knowledge of …
The Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination has launched a new food products packaging centre at its Innovation Centre in Al Bahia, Abu Dhabi. The facility was inaugurated in the presence of Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan. The centre, developed in partnership with Fresh on Table, will employ People …
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International technology group ANDRITZ has secured an order from Juthor Paper Manufacturing Co., a subsidiary of Middle East Paper Co. (MEPCO) Group, to deliver a state-of-the-art tissue production line in Saudi Arabia. The project, scheduled for start-up in 2026, will not disclose its financial details. The tissue machine, featuring a design speed of …
BUA Group, one of Africa’s prominent industrial conglomerates, has announced its entry into packaging materials manufacturing through a partnership with Austria-based Starlinger & Co. Limited, a global supplier of packaging machinery. The collaboration will establish a state-of-the-art facility with the capacity to produce 600 million polypropylene (PP) block-bottom bags annually. This move is …
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Seiko Epson Corporation has completed the acquisition of Fiery, LLC, a leading provider of digital front-end (DFE) servers and workflow solutions for the print industry. The transaction was finalized on December 2, 2024, with Epson acquiring all equity interests in Fiery held by Electronics for Imaging, Inc., and an affiliate of Siris Capital Group, …
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Dairyland, a leading provider of UHT and fresh milk products in Pakistan, has introduced the country’s first SIG XSlim 24 aseptic filling machine for cartons. This marks a significant development for the company, known for sourcing its products directly from its own farms, as it looks to expand its range while maintaining high standards …
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The long-standing German machinery manufacturer Kolbus, known for its high-end packaging solutions, has entered a new chapter under the ownership of Munich-based Max Valier Holdings. The acquisition, to be finalized on January 1, 2025, will mark a significant turning point for the 249-year-old company, signaling both a strategic refocusing and the challenges of a …
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) has invested in a new bottling line in Namibia, aimed at increasing the plant’s production capacity by 30%. The new line is capable of producing 27,000 bottles per hour, supporting the company’s growth and efficiency. The investment also includes a new water treatment plant featuring advanced water recovery technology …
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