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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Miraclon has announced a new partnership with Kamboo Marketing, a leading South African provider of print and packaging equipment. As part of the agreement, Kamboo will serve as the distributor for Miraclon’s FLEXCEL Solutions and Shine LED Lamp Kits throughout South Africa, handling all marketing, sales, and technical support for the products. Jacques Human, Managing …
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 6th March, 2025: The UAE Circular Packaging Association (CPA) has announced the election of a new board during its annual general assembly held at Dubai Chambers. This marks the beginning of a two-year term focused on strengthening public-private collaborations and advancing the UAE’s circular economy initiatives. …
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SOMA has successfully concluded a record-breaking 2024, marking a milestone year of sustained growth and innovation despite global challenges. The company, which has now seen five consecutive years of turnover growth, including through the COVID-19 pandemic, has set new benchmarks across multiple key performance indicators. In 2024, SOMA achieved several significant milestones, including record …
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Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) reported a notable increase in profitability for the third quarter of the 2024/2025 financial year. The company’s adjusted EBITDA margin rose to 9.2%, up from 5.7% in the same period last year, driven by high capacity utilization and cost-cutting measures. Sales for Q3 remained steady at €594 million, matching …
The project aims to modernize Al Rabie’s factory with cutting-edge digital technologies from Tetra Pak, enhancing efficiency and sustainability in line with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. Tetra Pak has entered into a significant partnership with Al Rabie, a leading Saudi producer of juices, nectars, and dairy products, to modernize and digitize …
