Ishida presented its ACP-700 case packer to the Middle East market during Gulfood Manufacturing 2025, where the system was demonstrated as part of a complete snack-packaging line. The exhibition marked the ACP-700’s first regional appearance, with visitors observing the compact machine’s integrated approach to end-of-line packing. The ACP-700 brings bag infeed, orientation, case erection, …
SCHÜTZ and NPF partner to produce ECOBULK IBCs in Saudi Arabia
SCHÜTZ and National Plastic Factory Company (NPF) have signed a licence agreement to produce ECOBULK Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) for the Saudi Arabian and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) markets. A new production facility will be established near Dammam, a strategic port city on the Arabian Gulf. Founded in Riyadh in 1976, NPF is …
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SOMIC marks 50 years of innovation in packaging technology
SOMIC Verpackungsmaschinen GmbH & Co. KG is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2024, highlighting its journey from a small mechanical engineering company to a global leader in end-of-line packaging. Founded in 1974 by Manfred and Hildegard Bonetsmüller in Vogtareuth, SOMIC has evolved into a company with customers in 45 countries and 560 employees across …
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Ranpak launches GrasiKraft™ paper made from sustainably sourced grass fibers
Ranpak Holdings Corp. has introduced its new GrasiKraft™ paper, a sustainable void fill material made from a blend of grass fibers and recycled paper. This marks the first time Ranpak has added grass-based paper to its product portfolio, offering an eco-friendly alternative for packaging in e-commerce and industrial supply chains. GrasiKraft™ paper combines …
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KHS introduces Nature MultiPack with cardboard handle for eco-friendly packaging
KHS Group has unveiled a new addition to its Nature MultiPack solution, integrating a kraft paper carrying handle as a replacement for plastic film. The innovation aligns with growing demands for sustainable packaging driven by consumer expectations and regulatory pressures. The Nature MultiPack reduces material consumption by 85% compared to traditional shrink film …
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Frugalpac and CTP Packaging explore partnership to introduce paper bottles to South Africa
UK-based sustainable packaging company Frugalpac is in discussions with South Africa’s CTP Packaging to establish a strategic partnership aimed at introducing Frugalpac’s low-carbon paper bottles to the South African market. The initiative seeks to reduce the carbon footprint of the country’s drinks industry. Frugalpac’s Frugal Bottle, made from 94% recycled paperboard and a …
Greif to showcase innovative IBC solutions at Eurasia Packaging exhibition in Istanbul
Greif, a global leader in industrial packaging products, will participate in the Eurasia Packaging exhibition in Istanbul from October 23 to 26, 2024. This event coincides with the one-year anniversary of Greif’s Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) plant in Dilovasi, Turkey. The facility, which opened last year, offers a range of IBC solutions, including …
Walmart approves BluePrint Automation’s Easy-D® case-packing solution
BluePrint Automation (BPA) has unveiled its Easy-D® concept, a patented case-packing solution tailored for food manufacturers aiming to meet the growing demands for Shelf Ready Displays (SRD) from supermarkets. Recently approved by Walmart, the Easy-D® integrates an innovative box design with BPA’s case packing technology. The Easy-D® offers a unique approach to …
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Holoprint expands market presence in the UAE with sustainable innovations
Holoprint Security Solutions, part of the Holostik Group and established in 2015, has quickly emerged as a leader in the holographic products sector, particularly within the UAE. With its manufacturing plant in Dubai, Holoprint offers customized holographic security solutions to a diverse client base in over 40 countries. The company blends Indian values with …
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Sealed Air unveils new BUBBLE WRAP® brand Ready-To-Roll Embossed Paper
Sealed Air has launched the BUBBLE WRAP® brand Ready-To-Roll Embossed Paper, a new fiber-based packaging solution designed for enhanced protection during shipping. The product integrates the traditional cushioning of BUBBLE WRAP® with a curbside-recyclable embossed paper. Targeted at pack station environments, the embossed paper is lightweight and durable, conforming to various shapes for …
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