At Drinktec 2025 in Munich, CCL Label is spotlighting a suite of functional packaging solutions designed to support recycling, reuse, and lower emissions—critical issues for beverage producers across the Middle East and Africa (MEA). One of the standout technologies is EcoShear®, a new adhesive for single-use glass bottles. Unlike traditional …
Siegwerk Joins MEA Tobacco Packaging Alliance to Share Expertise and Collaborate
Siegwerk has officially joined topac, a new alliance formed to bring together companies across the tobacco packaging value chain, including printers, converters, material suppliers, and technology providers. The goal: to improve collaboration, share technical insights, and respond to industry-specific challenges, especially in key markets such as the Middle East and Africa (MEA). …
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Amcor Delivers 16% Plastic Reduction in Bulldog Tube Packaging
Packaging supplier Amcor has achieved a 16.67% reduction in plastic used in the flexible tubes it supplies to skincare brand Bulldog. The redesign is expected to cut approximately 8.5 metric tonnes of plastic per year. The reduction comes from slimming down the wall thickness of the 50mm diameter tube sleeves used in Bulldog’s 100ml and …
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Domino Unveils Cx150i for Smudge-Resistant Shelf-Ready Packaging Codes
Domino Printing Sciences has introduced the Cx150i, a new piezo inkjet (PIJ) printer designed to handle the growing demand for high-resolution coding on coated, shelf-ready packaging. As more manufacturers move away from plain cardboard to non-porous materials with stronger shelf presence, reliable coding on these surfaces has become a packaging challenge. The Cx150i …
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EcoVerHighPlus: Constantia and Delica Launches Recyclable Coffee Pack
Constantia Flexibles has launched EcoVerHighPlus, a mono polypropylene (PP) laminate designed to replace conventional multi-material structures in coffee packaging. Developed in partnership with Delica AG—part of the Swiss-based Migros Industrie—the new soft bag format meets the demanding requirements of both ground coffee and whole beans, with a clear eye on recyclability. EcoVerHighPlus …
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UCIMA Expands African Reach with Italian Packaging Technologies at Propak Events
UCIMA is strengthening its footprint in Africa through its promotional brand We Make Packaging, which continues its international tour with two key trade shows: Propak East Africa in Nairobi (May 20–22) and Propak Mena in Cairo (June 2–4). In Nairobi, UCIMA will coordinate a group of 17 Italian companies at the Sarit Exhibition Center in …
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ExxonMobil and Clipsico Pack Boost Stretch Film Performance with New Polymer Collaboration
ExxonMobil has partnered with Middle East-based stretch film manufacturer Clipsico Pack to improve hand wrap film performance and production efficiency. The collaboration centers on the use of Exceed™ Flow m 1716 resin, part of ExxonMobil’s new Signature Polymers portfolio, aimed at addressing technical challenges in high-tenacity stretch film applications. The partnership enabled …
Constantia Flexibles Expands Rolling Mill to Boost Aluminum Production Capacity
Constantia Flexibles has officially inaugurated a major expansion of the rolling mill at its main plant, Constantia Teich, located in Weinburg, Lower Austria. The €50 million investment aims to enhance aluminum foil production by 30%, increasing the annual output to approximately 90,000 tons. This move strengthens the company’s position as one of the largest …
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Hotpack Global Expands Production with Advanced W&H Installations in 2024
Hotpack Global has expanded its manufacturing capabilities in 2024 by installing advanced machinery from Windmöller & Hölscher (W&H) at its newly established facility, further strengthening the long-standing partnership between the two companies. The latest investment includes the MIRAFLEX II flexographic press, the HELIOSTAR II gravure press, and the OPTIMEX II blown film line—all engineered …
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Borealis Introduces High-Performance rLLDPE Grade with 85% PCR for Flexible Packaging
Borealis has launched Borcycle™ M CWT120CL, a new recycled linear low density polyethylene (rLLDPE) grade containing 85% post-consumer recyclate (PCR). Developed in collaboration with Ecoplast, a Borealis Group company, the grade is designed for non-food flexible packaging, including stretch film, stretch hood, and agricultural or protective films. The material marks a technical …