Borouge Announces Expansion to Boost Annual Capacity Beyond 6.6 Million Tonnes

    Borouge Plc has announced a new phase of production capacity expansion, expected to raise its annual output to over 6.6 million tonnes by 2028. The initiatives are projected to add over 200,000 tonnes per annum of capacity and contribute between $165 million and $200 million (AED600 million–730 million) annually in EBITDA.   The …

Weave Ghana Unveils New Mega Growth Packaging and Launches ‘Relax Right’ Campaign

  Weave Ghana Limited has introduced a refreshed packaging design for its Mega Growth brand alongside the launch of a nationwide educational campaign, “Relax Right.” The rebranding effort was formally announced at an event in Accra on April 8, 2025.     The updated Mega Growth packaging features images of African women, replacing the previous …

BRF to Invest $160 Million in New Processed Food Plant in Saudi Arabia

  BRF, a global leader in the food sector, has announced the start of construction on a new processed food factory in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The investment, carried out through BRF Arabia Holding Company, is valued at approximately US$ 160 million.     With an annual production capacity of around 40,000 tons, the new plant …

DP World Opens $2 Million Cold Chain Facility in Walvis Bay to Boost Regional Trade

    DP World has officially opened a new, state-of-the-art temperature-controlled distribution facility in Walvis Bay, reinforcing Namibia’s cold chain infrastructure. The $2 million investment is part of DP World’s broader strategy to enhance trade efficiency and meet growing demand across the food service, hospitality, retail, and export sectors in the region.   The facility, …

Rasasi Perfumes Launches Hawas Fire and Hawas Pink with Striking New Packaging

  Rasasi Perfumes has unveiled two new additions to its Hawas collection: Hawas Fire and Hawas Pink. Building on the success of Hawas and Hawas Ice, the brand advances its innovation in fragrance design and packaging.     Hawas Fire presents a bold interpretation of intensity and sophistication. The bottle features a sleek, rectangular silhouette …

Tetra Pak and Schoeller Allibert Introduce Crates Made from Used Beverage Cartons

    Tetra Pak and Schoeller Allibert have announced the launch of new transport crates manufactured using polyAl derived from used beverage cartons. The innovation will be showcased at the Plastics Recycling Show in Amsterdam from 1 to 2 April 2025.   Schoeller Allibert, a global player in returnable transport packaging, developed the crates by …

Guala Closures Inaugurates New Manufacturing Facility in Nigeria, Boosting Long-Term Growth Strategy in Africa

    Guala Closures, a global player in producing closures for the spirits, wine, beer, non-alcoholic beverages, and edible oil industries, has inaugurated a new manufacturing facility in Lagos Free Zone. This expansion marks a significant milestone in the company’s growth strategy, reinforcing its commitment to Africa and one of the continent’s most dynamic economies. …

Sandon Global Strengthens Digital Transformation and Innovation with Key Appointments

    Sandon Global has appointed Dr Vishal Kharka as Process Technical Manager and Dr Muhammad Yasir Adnan as Business Systems Manager to lead its digital transformation initiatives. The appointments follow the successful completion of Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) projects with The University of Manchester and Innovate UK.   Dr Kharka, who joined the company …

Berry Global Launches High-Purity Recycled Polymer for Non-Contact-Sensitive Packaging

      Berry Global has introduced a new post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic polymer specifically designed for non-contact-sensitive packaging in the homecare and industrial sectors. The innovation, named *CleanStream® Home and Industrial*, is engineered to meet stringent technical demands while maximizing the use of recycled content.   The polymer employs similar processes used in Berry’s …

United Foods Company Posts Strong FY2024 Results, Proposes 100% Dividend

  United Foods Company (DFM: UFC) reported its full-year financial results for the period ending 31 December 2024, highlighting growth in revenue, profitability, and operational strength.       Gross revenue reached a record AED 601.7 million, up from AED 589.4 million in 2023, supported by a 5.9% increase in sales volumes. Gross profit rose …