Neopac debutes new Polyfoil® Mono-Material Barrier Mini Tubes at CPhI Milan

  Neopac, a provider of packaging solutions for the pharmaceutical, beauty, and oral care industries, will showcase its new Polyfoil® Mono-Material Barrier (MMB) Mini tubes at CPhI Milan, taking place from October 8-10. The new tubes, now available in diameters ranging from 13.5mm to 16mm, expand the company’s portfolio of high-barrier, mono-material packaging solutions.   …

Paperworld ME 2024: Driving sustainable innovation in packaging for the MEA market

  The 13th edition of Paperworld Middle East, held at the Dubai World Trade Centre, concluded on 14 November 2024, showcasing key trends in the paper, stationery, and packaging sectors. The event, the largest of its kind in the Middle East, emphasized the growing demand for paper products and sustainable packaging solutions in the MEA …

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 …

Billerud expands medical packaging range with MediKraft SealBase

  Billerud has expanded its medical paper portfolio with the introduction of MediKraft SealBase, a surface-treated medical paper. This product broadens Billerud’s offerings in medical paper and will be showcased at the COMPAMED trade fair in Düsseldorf in mid-November.   MediKraft SealBase is produced at Billerud’s Skärblacka mill in Sweden using pure virgin fiber and …

Paperworld Middle East opens today with new focus on Sustainable Packaging

  Paperworld Middle East has opened its doors at the Dubai World Trade Centre, running from November 12-14. Now in its 13th edition, the event has grown into a significant platform for the paper and stationery industry, with over 600 exhibitors from 40 countries and 12,000 visitors expected from across the globe.   This year, …

Paperworld ME to drive sustainability dialogue in paper & packaging

  Industry leaders and sustainability advocates will gather at Paperworld Middle East and Gifts and Lifestyle Middle East from November 12-14 to examine sustainability in the paper, stationery, and packaging sectors. The event’s Hub Forum will host panels and discussions on the region’s environmental challenges and UAE government policies addressing sustainability.   Project Sustainability, an …

Revolutionizing Chocolate: Tony’s Chocolonely harnesses the power of packaging

    In a world where packaging can be just as important as the product it encases, Tony’s Chocolonely has mastered the art of using its colorful wrappers to tell a much deeper story.   During a recent stroll through an airport duty-free shop, I was immediately drawn to the vibrant packaging of Tony’s Chocolonely …

Beautyworld Middle East 2024 will showcase leading innovations and sustainability in the beauty industry

  The 28th edition of Beautyworld Middle East, one of the most influential beauty trade shows globally, will take place from October 28–30, 2024, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This year’s event is expected to attract over 70,000 industry professionals and showcase around 1,900 exhibitors from more than 60 countries, offering a comprehensive look …

AFRA East Trading debuts luxury paper collection, showcasing innovation in Riyadh

  AFRA East Trading, in collaboration with SONA Commercial and MyCordenons, launched a new range of luxury specialty papers on October 9, 2024, at Voco Riyadh. The event, attended by industry experts, business leaders, and technologists, featured the introduction of four papers from the Italian manufacturer MyCordenons: myKingdom, myBoheme, myReef, and myRecyco.   Commenting on …