Mars, Incorporated, in collaboration with UK retail partner Tesco, is pioneering sustainable packaging initiatives with the iconic Mars® bar, presenting it in recyclable paper-based packaging for the first time in the UK. This pilot test marks a major step in the company’s efforts to reduce plastic usage in its packaging and align with …
Edita Expands into Frozen Bakery Segment with Acquisition of Fancy Foods
Cairo, May 30, 2023 – Edita Food Industries S.A.E. (EFID.CA on the Egyptian Exchange & EFID.L on the London Stock Exchange), a prominent player in the Egyptian packaged snack food market, has announced its entry into the frozen bakery segment in Egypt through the acquisition of Fancy Foods. The deal, valued at EGP …
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Videojet Launches High-Performance CO2 Laser Marking Systems for Manufacturers
Videojet Technologies, a global leader in coding, marking, and printing solutions, has introduced the Videojet 3350 and Videojet 3350 Smart Focus CO2 laser marking systems to meet manufacturers’ demands for high-performance solutions. These lasers are designed for the food, beverage, cosmetics, pharmaceutical, packaging, and extrusion industries, offering the ability to mark complex codes …
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IFFCO Group Adopts Sidel’s PET Lines for Production Expansion in the Middle East
IFFCO Group, a multinational manufacturer headquartered in the UAE, has chosen Sidel’s complete PET lines to enhance its condiment production capacity. The installation includes facilities in Al-Ain, UAE, and a new plant in Baghdad, Iraq. The PET lines offer a reported capacity of up to 9,000 bottles per hour (bph) and provide flexibility …
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Procter & Gamble Partners with Al Jalila Foundation for Child-Focused Healthcare Innovation
Dubai, June 26, 2023 – Procter & Gamble (P&G) has announced its collaboration with Al Jalila Foundation’s Farah Program, a pediatric initiative aimed at bringing joy to children and investing in medical research and treatment for childhood illnesses. This partnership aligns with P&G’s commitment to being a Force for Good and making a …
WM Returns to PLAST Milan Exhibition with New Innovations
After a hiatus since the last edition in 2018, WM is making a comeback at the PLAST exhibition, scheduled for September 5-8. The Swiss company will occupy Hall 13, booth C31 to showcase its latest developments and innovations. The spotlight of the event will be on the evolution of WM’s renowned thermoforming machine, …
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ALPLA Strengthens UK Presence with iTEC Packaging Acquisition
ALPLA Group, an internationally active packaging and recycling specialist, has demonstrated its commitment to the UK market through the acquisition of iTEC Packaging (Mansfield). The acquired plant specializes in producing closures primarily for the dairy industry, as well as the food and beverage sectors. With the addition of iTEC Packaging (Mansfield), ALPLA expands …
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ALPLA and Coca-Cola Launch India’s First 100% Recycled PET Bottle for Packaged Drinking Water”
ALPLA, a global packaging solutions provider, has joined forces with Coca-Cola India to introduce India’s first 100% recycled PET (rPET) bottle for packaged drinking water under the Kinley brand. This landmark achievement marks a significant step towards a circular economy in India’s packaging industry. With ALPLA’s support, Coca-Cola India has successfully launched the …
M&S Partners with HANDLE to Launch Beauty Takeback Scheme, Making Recycling ‘Empties’ Easier
Marks & Spencer (M&S) has joined forces with HANDLE, experts in beauty recycling, to introduce the Beauty Takeback Scheme across over 40 of its stores in the UK. The initiative aims to facilitate the recycling of difficult-to-process beauty packaging materials and components, which often end up in landfills, by transforming them into new …
SABIC’s TRUCIRCLE™ Enables Eco-Friendly Pasta Packaging by Garofalo
SABIC, a global chemical industry leader, has announced the successful launch of another project as part of its TRUCIRCLE™ program, which aims to promote a circular plastic economy. Italian pasta manufacturer Garofalo has introduced a new packaging solution made using SABIC’s certified circular polypropylene (PP). The sustainable material is derived from advanced recycling and transformed …
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