Huhtamaki, a global packaging company, has announced plans to consolidate its three Flexible Packaging manufacturing sites in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The company will maintain one factory in Jebel Ali and expand the facility in Ras Al Khaimah. This transition is set to occur gradually during the second half of 2024. The …
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ePac Flexible Packaging, founded in 2016 as the world’s first all-digital flexible packaging company, has recently celebrated its 8th anniversary in May. The company has maintained an impressive growth trajectory, with consistent growth rates between 50% and 100% annually from 2016 to 2022. Despite a slight slowdown in 2023, ePac still achieved a 30% …
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Plastipak Packaging, Inc. has announced a partnership with Kraft Heinz to transition KRAFT® Real Mayo and MIRACLE WHIP® containers to be made entirely from recycled PET (rPET) material. This collaboration aligns with Kraft Heinz’s goal of reducing the use of virgin plastic in its global packaging portfolio by 20% by 2030. The conversion …
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At drupa 2024, Packaging MEA had the opportunity to speak with the President of the European Rotogravure Association (ERA), Mr. Davide Garavaglia, and the Secretary, Stefani Dhami, about the association’s history, its current focus, and future plans. Established in the 1950s in Europe, ERA has a rich legacy in gravure technology and knowledge. …
The Emirates Energy Award celebrated World Environment Day, an initiative by the United Nations Environment Programme, highlighting global environmental challenges and engaging communities to preserve natural resources and biodiversity. Aligned with the World Environment Day’s theme, ‘Our Land. Our Future. We are Generation Restoration,’ the Emirates Energy Award promotes innovative practices that protect …
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AB Graphic International (ABG) is marking its 70th anniversary with its first-ever appearance at drupa, currently underway in Düsseldorf. This milestone event features ABG hosting guests at its own stand as well as the HP stand, where they are showcasing equipment integrated with the HP Indigo V12 Digital Press. ABG’s stand, spanning 50 …
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Dusseldorf, Germany – The Authentication Solution Providers’ Association (ASPA), a renowned non-profit organization dedicated to advancing secure authentication solutions, unveiled its Middle East and Africa (MEA) Chapter at drupa 2024 in Dusseldorf. Celebrating its 25th year in the battle against counterfeiting, ASPA’s strategic move aims to bolster its global efforts against the proliferation of …
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DUPLO SEIKO, a leading member of the DUPLO GROUP, Japan, has acquired Swiss-based MULTIGRAF in a move aimed at bringing innovative solutions to the industry. DUPLO SEIKO, known for its forward-thinking mindset, started as a pioneer in stencil duplicators 50 years ago and has since become a global leader in automated cutting solutions. …
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Dubai Production City, a key destination for printing, packaging, and production industries in the Middle East, has confirmed its participation in drupa 2024. The trade fair, known as the world’s leading event for the printing and graphics sector, will be held from 28th May to 7th June 2024 in Düsseldorf, Germany. Established in …
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Uteco, a global leader in printing and converting machinery, and Smartjet, an Italian company specializing in industrial digital inkjet printing solutions for the packaging sector, have signed a binding equity agreement. This partnership aims to expand their presence in the converting market and address emerging challenges in flexible packaging. The strategic alliance between …
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