Heidelberg Reports Steady Financial Performance in H1 2023/2024 Amid Global Economic Challenges

Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) has released its financial results for the first half of the fiscal year 2023/2024, demonstrating resilience in the face of a challenging global economic landscape. The positive trajectory is attributed to the successful market launch of new technologies in packaging printing and strategic price adjustments.   During the period from April …

Sidel Unveils Ultra-Small, Ultra-Light PET Bottle for Liquid Dairy Products

  Sidel has introduced a new PET bottle designed to provide a competitive edge for liquid dairy manufacturers. The miniature-sized bottle, catering to capacities between 65ml to 150ml, is particularly suited for products like drinking and probiotic yogurts, fitting seamlessly into both ambient and cold chain processes. Additionally, its versatility extends to applications in the …

PepsiCo to Invest Over SAR 200MM in Dammam Plant Expansion

  In a significant move aimed at meeting the growing local and export demand, PepsiCo has revealed plans to invest over SAR 200 million in the expansion of its Dammam plant. The substantial investment is anticipated to enhance the overall capacity of the state-of-the-art facility. This development aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 objectives, reflecting …

Sidel Introduces New Returnable PET Bottle for Carbonated Beverages

  In response to the upcoming European regulations that emphasize the adoption of circular packaging and returnable bottles, Sidel has unveiled a dedicated PET bottle tailored for carbonated beverages, with a focus on long-lasting reusability.   The European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation has set the stage for the promotion of a circular economy, placing …

Himalaya Wellness Begins AED 200 Million Herbal Pharmaceutical Factory in Dubai Industrial City

  Himalaya Wellness, a renowned pharmaceutical company, has commenced the construction of its advanced herbal pharmaceutical factory in Dubai Industrial City, with significant financing from Emirates Development Bank (EDB). The factory, situated in the heart of TECOM Group PJSC’s Dubai ecosystem, will manufacture tablets, capsules, liquid orals, and ointments, marking a substantial expansion of the …

KEZAD Group Expands Facilities with Gulf Printing & Packaging Co. in Abu Dhabi

In a significant development, Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – KEZAD Group, the leading operator of integrated economic zones in the UAE, has officially inked a land lease agreement with Gulf Printing & Packaging Co (GPP) to facilitate an expansion of its premises within KEZAD Al Ma’mourah.   This expansion encompasses an additional 45,000 square …

Nestlé Nigeria Expands Nutritional Range with Nido Milk & Soya Instant Powder Mix

      Nestlé, a household name in the world of nutrition, has introduced its latest offering to the Nigerian market: Nido Milk & Soya Instant Powder Mix. This new product brings together the goodness of milk and soya, fortified with iron, to offer consumers an affordable, delectable, and nutritious milk and plant-based addition for …

IPACK-IMA 2025: Charting a New Course for Innovation and Industry Growth

      Milan, Italy – October 24, 2023   The future of IPACK-IMA, a renowned event in the processing and packaging market, is set to unfold in 2025 with a strategic focus on innovation and industry transformation. The show has been a cornerstone in understanding market dynamics, and it is now poised to redefine …

Amazon Takes Major Step to Eliminate Plastic Packaging in U.S. Fulfillment Centers

Amazon has unveiled its groundbreaking initiative to replace plastic delivery packaging with curbside-recyclable paper solutions at its first fully automated fulfillment center in the United States, located in Euclid, Ohio. This milestone signifies Amazon’s multiyear effort to transition U.S. fulfillment centers from plastic to paper packaging, enabling greater convenience for customers to recycle at home. …

PAKPRO and Tetra Pak East Africa Collaborate on LBP Recovery Project in Kenya

      The Packaging Producer Responsibility Organisation (PAKPRO), in partnership with Tetra Pak East Africa, has officially launched a project aimed at recovering used beverage cartons in Kenya. This initiative is designed to bring added value to post-consumer liquid board packaging (LBP) and enhance economic opportunities for waste collectors and aggregators in the country. …