Huhtamaki Oyj has announced the appointment of Ralf K. Wunderlich as its new President and CEO, effective January 15, 2025. Wunderlich, a seasoned executive in the packaging industry, will succeed Charles Héaulmé, who has held the position since 2019. Héaulmé will remain available until July 2025 to ensure a smooth transition. Pekka Vauramo, …
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Victory Packaging, a legacy provider of packaging and related services across North America for over five decades, has rebranded as Smurfit Westrock Packaging Solutions. The change reflects the company’s evolution from a distributor to a comprehensive packaging solutions provider. The rebranding follows the July 2024 merger of Smurfit Kappa and WestRock, forming Smurfit …
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ALPLA Group, a global leader in packaging and recycling, has acquired all shares of its joint venture with Taba, fully integrating the facility in 10th of Ramadan City, Egypt, into its operations. The site produces plastic bottles, preforms, and closures for markets across North Africa and the Middle East. Since 2024, it has also …
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Edita Food Industries S.A.E. (EFID.CA on the Egyptian Exchange & EFID.L on the London Stock Exchange) has entered the Iraqi market through a strategic partnership with Tuama Jebur Abbas (TJA), a Baghdad-based snack manufacturer. The agreement includes the acquisition of a 49% stake in TJA for $8 million, alongside the establishment of Edita Iraq …
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Mondi, a global player in sustainable packaging and paper, has earned recognition at the 2025 WorldStar Packaging Awards, with 10 of its innovative products receiving accolades. The awards, hosted annually by the World Packaging Organisation, honor excellence in packaging design and technology worldwide. “Mondi receiving more WorldStar awards than ever before highlights the …
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ALPLA Group, the Austria-based global packaging and recycling company, recorded significant growth in 2024, reporting a 4% increase in turnover to €4.9 billion from the previous year’s €4.7 billion. The company also expanded its workforce to 24,350 employees across 200 locations in 46 countries, including 365 apprentices, underscoring its commitment to professional training. …
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Smurfit Westrock has inaugurated the Morocco Experience Center in Rabat, marking Africa’s first innovation hub dedicated to the cardboard packaging industry. The center, equipped with advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, predictive analytics, and virtual reality, is part of Smurfit Westrock’s global network of 30 interconnected centers. Supported by over 1,600 designers worldwide, the …
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Sukkur Beverages’ new Aqua Fina production facility in Pakistan, inaugurated on January 6, 2025, marks a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to sustainability and innovation. The state-of-the-art plant is designed to be self-sustaining and eco-friendly, showcasing the leadership of Madam Sayeeda Leghari. The inauguration was attended by Eugene Willemsen, CEO of International Beverages …
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NILE Recycling Company, based in Egypt, has signed a contract for the installation of a Starlinger recoS-STAR PET 165 recycling line, announced at Arabplast 2025 in Dubai. This cutting-edge technology aims to enhance the production of high-quality recycled PET, advancing sustainability and operational efficiency in the region. Mohamed Sa’adany, Co-Founder and CEO of …
Songwon Industrial Co., Ltd. has partnered with Altek International FZE to expand the availability of PVC stabilizers in the Middle East. Effective January 1, 2025, the collaboration aims to address the region’s growing demand for PVC solutions in industries such as construction, packaging, and electrical. SONGWON, headquartered in South Korea, is a global …
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