Smurfit Kappa has launched an innovative and sustainable new pack that keeps frozen and chilled foods fresh throughout the supply chain. Made from a 100% paper-based combination of Hexacomb and corrugated, the Thermo Box keeps frozen food, including fish, at temperatures similar to expanded polystyrene (EPS) boxes. Smurfit Kappa was approached …
ACIMGA PROMOTES THE SECTOR IN OMAN
The Federation of Paper and Graphics participated in a virtual meeting and webinar to promote the paper and graphics sector in the Arabian Peninsula and to encourage collaboration between Italy and Oman. The webinar was organised by the Embassy of Oman in collaboration with the ICE Dubai and the ICE Muscat. The general …
Mondi acquires two paper bag lines from Egyptian cement companies
Mondi Paper Bags, part of Mondi Group, a leading global packaging and paper manufacturer, has acquired two paper bag lines from Helwan Cement Company and InterCement Sacs, two major cement producers in Egypt. The acquired production lines will increase Mondi’s capacity by approximately 60-80 million bags annually and strengthen Mondi’s position in the Middle …
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Stora Enso introduces innovative low carbon paperboard for chocolate packaging
As chocolate producers and brand owners look to lower their environmental impact, Stora Enso’s new plastic-free, lightweight board designed for premium packaging, helps customers decrease their carbon footprint and meet the needs of consumers looking for eco-friendly products. Performa Light™ by Stora Enso is a renewable and recyclable board for premium folding cartons typically used …
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Iraqi dairy group launches locally produced flavoured milk in SIG Combibloc Obeikan’s carton pack
Leading Iraqi dairy and beverages company, Zaki Group launched a new range of flavoured and fresh milk varieties under their brand ‘YOMME Abtalona” in SIG’s combiblocXSlim 150ml carton packs. The new products are the first aseptic milk locally produced in Iraq and will be the first range of a growing portfolio of flavoured milk released …
Process automation and standardisation are imperative to make web to pack a ‘mission possible’
On the surface, web-to-pack printing looks a fanciful idea. But on the contrary, if done right, it can smooth the process and reduce costs for both shop and customer alike, and early adopters are already reaping the benefits. “They said it was impossible…” This might not be the most imaginative way of starting a story …
Jeddah Graphic Centre: Started from the bottom, now we’re here
From humble beginnings, Jeddah Graphic Center has grown into one of Saudi Arabia’s major print and packaging providers – and is now aiming for the very top Starting out back in 1975, operating from a 3,000 sq m facility in Jeddah’s Old Makkah Road with just 30 employees, Jeddah Graphic Center (JGC) has grown steadily …
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First Print lives up to its name by putting both customers and staff at the forefront of everything it does
Whether its ensuring packaging food safety or achieving minimal waste/maximum recycling, or keeping staff loyal and happy, First Print Technical Manager Reda El Assai tells Packaging MEA why the company stands out from the pack. Since its inception in 2009, First Print has played an important part in enriching the packaging market in Egypt and …
Mondi adapts production line to make face mask components
Mondi is committed to playing its part to produce important supplies and components during the Covid-19 outbreak. As a global leader in packaging and paper, Mondi’s Personal Care Components team has found a way to convert a production line at its Gronau plant in Germany to manufacture soft elastic straps that are now being used …
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The shape of things to come
SIG Combibloc has recognised the Middle East needs to do more when it comes to sustainable approaches, and is determined to lead by example, with a range of exciting new products that dramatically reduce the carbon footprint at the same time as offering both customers and consumers attractive alternatives. As consumers and industry alike move …