The long-standing German machinery manufacturer Kolbus, known for its high-end packaging solutions, has entered a new chapter under the ownership of Munich-based Max Valier Holdings. The acquisition, to be finalized on January 1, 2025, will mark a significant turning point for the 249-year-old company, signaling both a strategic refocusing and the challenges of a …
UAQ forms invests over $3M in packaging-print expansion
Sheikh Abdullah Faisal Abdulla Ahmed Almualla, Director of Al-Faisal Group and Umm Al Quwain Computer Forms (UAQ Forms), has announced a significant enhancement in the company’s packaging-printing capabilities. This development comes as UAQ Forms, a prominent player in the UAE’s computer stationery sector since 1989, shifts its focus to meet the growing demand for …
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KHS introduces Nature MultiPack with cardboard handle for eco-friendly packaging
KHS Group has unveiled a new addition to its Nature MultiPack solution, integrating a kraft paper carrying handle as a replacement for plastic film. The innovation aligns with growing demands for sustainable packaging driven by consumer expectations and regulatory pressures. The Nature MultiPack reduces material consumption by 85% compared to traditional shrink film …
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Smurfit Westrock introduces EasySplit Bag-in-Box for better recycling
Smurfit Westrock has introduced its EasySplit Bag-in-Box® design, developed to help customers comply with the upcoming Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). This regulation will require all packaging to achieve at least 80% recyclability. For Bag-in-Box® products, the key challenge is ensuring that the box and bag are easily separable for effective recycling. …
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SIG secures sale of 13 filling lines at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024
SIG, a global packaging solutions provider, has secured the sale of 13 filling lines during its participation in Gulfood Manufacturing 2024, held from November 5–7 in Dubai. The sold lines encompass SIG’s full range of aseptic carton, bag-in-box, and spouted pouch systems. Abdelghany Eladib, President & General Manager for India, Middle East & …
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Tetra Pak and Union Paper Mills launch UAE’s first carton package recycling line
Tetra Pak, a leader in food packaging and processing, has partnered with Union Paper Mills (UPM) to establish the UAE’s first recycling line for carton packages. The AED 2.5 million joint investment aims to process up to 10,000 tonnes of post-consumer carton packaging annually, diverting waste from landfills and supporting the country’s sustainability goals. …
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Hotpack Global earns EcoVadis ‘Committed’ badge
Hotpack Global, a UAE-based packaging solutions provider, has been awarded the EcoVadis “Committed” badge in recognition of its efforts to integrate sustainability into its operations. The certification highlights the company’s adherence to environmental responsibility, ethical business practices, respect for labor and human rights, and sustainable procurement. Hotpack’s sustainability initiatives are guided by its …
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Packaging Print market poised for steady growth amid innovation and sustainability shifts
The packaging and label printing market has emerged as a critical driver for the future of the global printing industry, with a total estimated value of $504.9 billion in 2024, according to Smithers. This represents a significant growth trajectory, in contrast to declining traditional publication and graphics segments, as rising demand for packaged goods …
Tetra Pak and Lactalis pioneer recycled polymer packaging for dairy products
Tetra Pak and Lactalis have introduced a carton package using certified recycled polymers linked to used beverage cartons, marking a significant development in the beverage carton industry. The material is certified by the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS and is sourced from the recycling process of used beverage cartons in Spain. The …
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SIG’s Recycle-Ready Bag-in-Box Packaging earns APR recognition
SIG has received formal recognition from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) for its SIG Terra RecShield D bag-in-box package. This package, designed for post-mix beverages such as syrup, has been acknowledged for meeting high recyclability standards outlined in the APR Design® Guide for Plastics Recyclability. The APR Design® for Recyclability Recognition validates …
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