Dubai, UAE – As the UAE prepares to implement the second phase of its nationwide single-use plastic ban from January 1, 2026, local packaging manufacturers, including Hotpack, are adjusting materials, production lines, and supply chains to meet the expanded regulatory requirements set by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE). This phase …
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Funds advised by Apax Partners have acquired a significant minority stake in iD Fresh Food through a secondary transaction involving Premji Invest and NewQuest. Both existing investors will retain a portion of their stake following the deal. Financial terms have not been disclosed. The transaction is aimed at supporting the company’s …
SIG and ALCA Corp have announced the launch of the first commercial products filled on SIG’s next-generation aseptic spouted pouch system featuring in-line pouch sterilization. The new system, SIG Prime 55 In-Line Aseptic, removes the need for third-party pre-sterilization of pouches. The debut will take place at Anuga 2025 in Cologne, Germany, from …
PURA Beverage Company, a dual-headquartered disruptor in the non-alcoholic drinks sector, has announced a R260 million investment from a leading global investment firm. The funding is expected to fast-track the company’s international expansion and deepen its footprint in the fast-growing, USD 1.4 trillion global non-alcoholic beverage market. Founded in 2017, PURA has …
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Gentlebrand, a Sidel company, has collaborated with Saudi Arabia’s Nadec to redesign its flavoured Labneh line, aiming to appeal to a younger, more diverse consumer base while preserving the product’s cultural heritage. The refreshed packaging emphasizes three pillars: shelf impact, flavour expression, and intuitive navigation. Each variant—‘Chili,’ ‘Zaatar,’ and ‘Olives’—features …
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29 July 2025, London – Alpro, Danone’s plant-based brand, has introduced a connected packaging experience in partnership with Appetite Creative to support the launch of its new Alpro Kids range. The range includes an oat-based chocolate drink, a strawberry-flavoured soya drink, and soya-based alternatives to yoghurt in vanilla and strawberry …
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Hubergroup Print Solutions has officially opened India’s first dedicated facility for manufacturing Direct Food Contact (DFC) inks at its Silvassa site. This milestone marks a strategic development for the packaging industry in India and the broader MEA region, setting a precedent for safer and more sustainable packaging solutions. The new plant, …
