Dubai’s ERC Completes $12 Million Acquisition of Evergreen Plastic Products

      Emirates Reem Investments Company (ERC) has finalized its acquisition of Evergreen Plastic Products Manufacturing LLC, acquiring a 100% stake in the company for AED 44 million (approximately $12 million). Evergreen Plastic Products Manufacturing, headquartered in Dubai, embarked on its journey in 2000, specializing in the production of water and beverage packaging.   …

Sabic and partners introduce first in-mold labelling solution with certified renewable polymers

  SABIC, a global chemical industry leader, has teamed up with specialists in in-mold labelling (IML) to introduce a groundbreaking solution for food packaging containers. This innovation utilizes certified renewable polypropylene (PP) resins to create high-quality mono-PP thin-wall packaging, all while maintaining quality, processability, safety, and convenience.   The IML technology employed here accomplishes seamless …

3P Packaging Group Expands Premium Stretch Film Production

3P Gulf Packaging, headquartered in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, and recognized as one of the major stretch film manufacturers in the MENA region, has announced a significant investment to bolster its premium stretch wrap film production capacity. Earlier this year, the company unveiled the addition of a new Powercast XL 4.5-meter line and a SmartCast 3-meter …

Sidel’s High-Speed EvoBLOW XL for Large PET Containers

      Sidel has unveiled its EvoBLOW XL, a high-speed blowing machine designed for large PET containers, catering to bottles up to 10L in size, particularly suitable for applications like water, edible oil, and food packaging. This innovation is a testament to Sidel’s four decades of experience in the packaging and blowing industry.   …

Labelexpo Europe 2023 Showcases Industry Shift Towards Sustainability

      Revolutionizing Label Substrates for a Circular Economy Label substrates are rapidly adapting to fulfill the growing demands of circular economy initiatives. This shift involves diverting packaging away from landfills and toward material recovery and clean separation, ultimately repurposing them as feedstock for new labels and packaging products.     Embracing Post-Consumer Recycled …

Tetra Pak Announces Custom Printing Collaboration

      Tetra Pak, a global leader in packaging solutions, has announced its first-ever Custom Printing collaboration. This milestone follows the successful validation of Tetra Pak’s Custom Printing solution, involving over 100 million packages, and marks the beginning of new business and marketing opportunities that enhance flexibility and customization for consumers.   Flow Beverage …

Aptar’s PZ Twist Enhances NUXE Sun Range with Innovative Dispensing Solution

      NUXE Sun’s popular Tanning Sun Oil and Delicious Sun Spray have received a sustainable makeover with the introduction of the innovative PZ Twist spray pump from Aptar Beauty.   Responding to NUXE’s quest for a more sustainable, high-performing, and visually appealing spray pump, Aptar Beauty’s PZ Twist has stepped up to the …

SIG and AnaBio Technologies Introduce Groundbreaking Long-Life Probiotic Yogurt in Aseptic Packaging

      In a pioneering collaboration, SIG and AnaBio Technologies have launched a revolutionary product – long-life probiotic yogurt – marking a significant advancement in probiotic beverages and aseptic packaging. This innovation opens a new avenue for probiotic beverages, allowing them to be packaged in aseptic carton packs and spouted pouches, ensuring extended shelf …

Elopak Earns A+ Rating for Outstanding ESG Reporting

        Global packaging company Elopak has achieved an A+ rating for its exemplary Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting, as recognized by sustainability consultancy Position Green. This accolade positions Elopak among the top 5% of evaluated companies.   Position Green’s ESG100 analysis delves into the extent to which ESG reporting from the …

Epson Unveils Range of SurePress Label Presses and Cloud-Enabled ColorWorks Label Printers at Labelexpo 2023

        Epson is set to showcase its latest developments in label printing technology at Labelexpo 2023, including the European debut of the SurePress L-4733AW. This new addition to the SurePress label presses represents a significant upgrade from the previous SurePress 4000 series, offering improved quality, consistency, repeatability, and higher-speed print modes. It …