Cepack Group, part of Egypt’s HSA Group, has signed an agreement with BHS Germany to install a new corrugated cardboard production line. The move is expected to increase Cepack’s production capacity by around 70%. The agreement was formalized between Muneer Ahmed Hayel Saeed Anam, Managing Director of HSA in Egypt, and Zeina, …
Founteyn secures €19.3 million Series A with PepsiCo partnership to scale beverage system
Naarden-based beverage tech startup Founteyn has raised €19.3 million ($22.8 million) in an oversubscribed Series A funding round, with strategic backing that includes a commercial partnership with PepsiCo. According to EU Startups, the round was led by APG, on behalf of ABP, alongside Flying Fish and Leysern Aquacore. Founteyn has developed …
Frigoglass Group to sell Beta Glass stake to Helios Investment
LAGOS, Nigeria – Beta Glass Plc, a manufacturer of glass packaging in West and Central Africa, will undergo a change in ownership following the decision by its majority shareholder, Frigoglass Group, to divest its stake in the company. Frigoglass Group has signed an agreement to sell all its shares in Frigoinvest …
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Greenliner launches Egypt’s largest containerboard machine, PM 1
Greenliner has successfully launched Egypt’s largest containerboard machine, marking a milestone in the country’s industrial paper sector. The PM 1 machine, located at the company’s 10th of Ramadan City facility, began production in November 2025 and is now operational with the most advanced papermaking technologies in the country. Spanning a 5.15-meter …
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Coca-Cola to sell controlling stake in Coca-Cola Beverages Africa to Coca-Cola HBC
The Coca-Cola Company and Gutsche Family Investments (GFI) have agreed to sell a 75% controlling interest in Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) to Coca-Cola HBC AG, marking a major shift in ownership of the largest Coca-Cola bottler on the African continent. CCBA operates across 14 African countries and accounts for around 40% …
Mars to Finalize Kellanova Acquisition Following Final Regulatory Approval
MCLEAN, Va. & CHICAGO — Mars, Incorporated is set to close its acquisition of Kellanova on December 11, 2025, following unconditional approval from the European Commission. This decision marks the successful obtainment of all 28 required regulatory clearances for the merger, which was first announced in August 2024. Upon closing, …
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Sappi and UPM plan joint venture to consolidate graphic paper operations
Sappi Limited and UPM-Kymmene Corporation have announced plans to combine their European-based graphic paper businesses through a proposed 50/50 joint venture. The agreement, currently in the form of a non-binding letter of intent, is expected to be finalised in the first half of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals and other conditions. Completion is …
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Reflex Group invests in four Nilpeter FA-22 flexo presses to expand global operations
Reflex Group has reinforced its long-standing partnership with Nilpeter by investing in four new FA-22 flexographic printing presses. The move supports Reflex’s global expansion and aims to enhance its production capabilities across both the UK and the US. Two of the new lines will be installed in the United States, following Reflex’s …
Cupffee launches world’s first edible coffee cup to replace single-use plastics
Bulgarian company Cupffee has introduced the world’s first edible coffee cup, designed to offer a sustainable alternative to single-use plastic cups in the beverage and hospitality sectors. Made from seven locally sourced ingredients such as oat bran, wheat flour, and coconut oil, the cup is free from artificial additives, preservatives, sweeteners, …
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Rotocon refreshes brand identity to reflect focus on precision in label packaging
Rotocon, a supplier of label printing and finishing technology, has unveiled a new corporate identity as it marks its continued evolution in the label and narrow-web packaging industry. The rebranding includes a redesigned logo that emphasizes precision, clarity, and continuity—core values for equipment used in high-quality packaging production. The updated logo …
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