RA International has signed a distribution agreement with Sweden’s Gaia Biomaterials to introduce Biodolomer®, a compostable material invented and produced in Sweden, to the GCC region. The partnership marks RA International’s first move into the sustainable packaging sector, driven by urgent environmental challenges. The GCC consumes large volumes of single-use …
Castle Lite launches refreshed packaging and campaign in South Africa
Castle Lite has unveiled a new packaging design and national campaign in South Africa, set to roll out this September. The redesign retains the brand’s well-known features while introducing sharper lines, brighter colours, and a reimagined Snowcastle icon. The update forms part of the “Nothing Hits Like Extra Cold” campaign, which will be supported by …
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TIPA and Bio4Pack roll out certified compostable produce labels amid EU packaging reforms
TIPA Compostable Packaging, along with its European subsidiary Bio4Pack, has launched a certified home-compostable label for fresh produce in partnership with Bio4Life, a company specializing in compostable adhesive technology. The labels combine TIPA’s compostable film with Bio4Life’s adhesive, BioTak, which is fully certified to European compost standards. The resulting product is …
Rite Foods steps up plastic recovery with 40-tonne collection drive in Lagos
LAGOS, NIGERIA — Rite Foods Limited has announced the recovery of an estimated 40 tonnes of plastic waste, much of it post-consumer packaging, during July in Lagos as part of the global Plastic Free July campaign. The effort is part of the company’s “Riteonthebeach” initiative, developed in partnership with Pop Beach Club and …
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KEPRO and NECC sign industry pact to strengthen waste accountability in Kenya
The Kenya Extended Producer Responsibility Organization (KEPRO) and the National Environmental Complaints Committee (NECC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance coordination in addressing environmental challenges, with a focus on waste management and compliance. The agreement, formalized at a signing event attended by KEPRO CEO James Odongo and NECC CEO Mary Njogu, sets …
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EGA completes debottlenecking expansion at Al Taweelah alumina refinery
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) has completed a debottlenecking expansion at its Al Taweelah alumina refinery in Abu Dhabi, increasing production capacity by up to 50,000 tonnes of alumina annually. The expansion involved the installation of a third ball mill, a key component in the refining process that grinds bauxite ore into fine particles before chemical …
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SA Litho becomes first in Africa to install Nilpeter FA-26 press
South African print specialist SA Litho has become the first company on the African continent to install Nilpeter’s FA-26 printing press, marking a milestone in the region’s label and packaging sector. The installation represents the latest step in a long-standing relationship between SA Litho and Danish press manufacturer Nilpeter. The new FA-26 joins other equipment …
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Henkel reduces emissions in Technomelt Supra 130 Cool without changing product performance
Henkel Adhesive Technologies has announced a reduction in the carbon footprint of its hot melt adhesive, Technomelt Supra 130 Cool, while maintaining the product’s existing formulation and performance characteristics. The company reports a minimum 20% reduction in CO₂ emissions, measured from cradle to gate, across its European production network. Used …
UPM and Royal Vaassen introduce fibre-based alternative to plastic and aluminium packaging
UPM Specialty Papers and Royal Vaassen have jointly developed new fibre-based barrier paper solutions intended to replace plastic and aluminium laminates in food and consumer packaging. The solutions respond to the increasing demand for recyclable materials as the European Union’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) recyclability requirements approach. The Barryrwrap concept, developed by Royal …
Durst Group integrates GMG color management into Workflow and Smart Factory platforms
Durst Group has announced the integration of GMG’s spectral color management technology into its Durst Workflow software and Smart Factory portfolio. The update will be officially launched at Printing United 2025, as part of Durst’s Open Software Initiative. The integration aims to standardize color accuracy across various printing systems and substrates, offering a consistent production …