ULMA Packaging has established a new office in Dubai, UAE, as part of its strategy to enhance its footprint in the Middle East. The move aims to provide closer support to key industries, including fresh food, ready meals, and medical devices. The Dubai office reflects ULMA’s commitment to delivering more efficient services and …
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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 …
INX Group Limited, a subsidiary of Sakata INX, has completed the acquisition of Coatings & Adhesives Corporation (C&A), a North American leader in specialty coatings. The acquisition results in the formation of INX International Coatings and Adhesives, which will operate alongside INX International Ink Co., under a unified management team. The move aims to …
Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP) announced its third-quarter results for 2024, showing strong performance across its global operations. For the quarter ended September 30, 2024, the company reported a 15% increase in Adjusted EBITDA to $196 million, exceeding prior guidance. CEO Oliver Graham commented, “Our strong business performance delivered double-digit Adjusted EBITDA growth, driven …
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Krones has reported robust financial results for the first nine months of 2024, with revenue increasing by 11.2% year-on-year to €3.87 billion, aligning with its full-year growth forecast of 9% to 13%. The company recorded an order intake of €1.32 billion in the third quarter, slightly exceeding the previous quarter and remaining close …
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Ferrum Packaging AG and KHS GmbH have announced the acquisition of H.F. Meyer Maschinenbau GmbH & Co. KG, effective January 1, 2025. The merger aims to enhance expertise in canning technology while preserving H.F. Meyer’s independence under the Ferrum Group umbrella. H.F. Meyer, known for its specialized canning technology, including can turners, rinsers, …
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Amcor plc and Berry Global Group, Inc. have announced an all-stock merger, creating a global packaging leader. The combined company will focus on consumer and healthcare packaging, with shareholders from Amcor and Berry holding approximately 63% and 37% ownership, respectively. The boards of both firms have unanimously approved the merger, valuing Berry’s common …
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Skanem Africa has inaugurated its state-of-the-art label manufacturing facility in Tilisi, Limuru. The launch event was officiated by Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) Board Chairperson, Jane Karuku, alongside Vice Chairperson Hitesh Mediratta, Acting CEO Tobias Alando, and other board members. Distinguished guests and representatives from Skanem Africa were also in attendance to celebrate this …
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SIG has received formal recognition from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) for its SIG Terra RecShield D bag-in-box package. This package, designed for post-mix beverages such as syrup, has been acknowledged for meeting high recyclability standards outlined in the APR Design® Guide for Plastics Recyclability. The APR Design® for Recyclability Recognition validates …
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Domino Printing Sciences has introduced the Vx350i, a high-speed, high-performance thermal transfer overprinter designed for flexible packaging applications. The Vx350i is part of Domino’s Vx-Series range and features improved printhead technology, enabling faster printing with both standard and resin-based thermal transfer ribbons. This ensures the production of high-quality, scratch-resistant codes without compromising on production …
