Morocco has hosted a trade mission of 31 Egyptian companies from the food, printing and packaging sectors, as both countries seek to expand bilateral trade and business partnerships. The mission was organised by the Egyptian Food Export Council in cooperation with the Egyptian Embassy in Morocco, the Egyptian Commercial Representation Authority, …
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SALPAC Emballage, a folding carton converter based in Béjaïa, Algeria, has expanded its die-cutting capacity with the installation of a new BOBST NOVACUT 106 E 3.0. The investment forms part of a broader modernization programme launched in 2025, with a total value of €2.5 million aimed at renewing and upgrading the company’s printing …
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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 …
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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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 …
Dubai-based investment firm GII has completed a minority equity investment in Hotpack Global Holding Ltd, a food packaging manufacturer operating across the GCC and international markets. According to the company announcement, the investment proceeds will primarily be used to increase recently commissioned production capacity and support Hotpack’s ongoing international expansion …
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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 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 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 …
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 …
