PACKAGING MEA EXCLUSIVE Radiant House Labels Industries is putting digital-flexo hybrid production to the test at the Middle East and Africa’s first Gallus One hybrid installation, recently completing 55 label jobs in a 12-hour shift. Ben Daniel speaks with Managing Director Sayed Shamsuddin and Heidelberg Gulf’s Biju George about the production economics behind …
Vision Foods & Packaging strengthens folding carton converting with BOBST die-cutting and folder-gluing investment
Pakistan-based Vision Foods & Packaging has expanded its folding carton finishing capabilities with BOBST NOVACUT 106 E die-cutters and a NOVAFOLD 80 A2 folder-gluer, adding capacity across two critical post-press stages as the Lahore converter targets higher throughput, consistent carton quality and shorter production lead times. Vision Foods & Packaging has …
Al Jawad Flexi advances Saudi flexible packaging capacity with W&H investment
Al Jawad Flexi has commissioned a Windmöller & Hölscher NOVOFLEX II flexographic press at its new manufacturing facility and is preparing to install an OPTIMEX II blown-film line, advancing an expansion programme spanning film extrusion, printing and converting. Al Jawad Flexi, part of Takamul Industries, is expanding its flexible packaging manufacturing …
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Borouge’s second-quarter net profit rises 23% to $191 million despite operational challenges
Borouge reported a net profit of $191 million for the second quarter of 2026, a 23% increase quarter on quarter, despite operating under reduced production following the April 5 incident at its Ruwais production facilities. The Abu Dhabi-based petrochemicals producer announced the results on 31 July, confirming its commitment to a minimum …
Coca-Cola South Africa introduces redesigned PET bottle for Valpré spring water
Coca-Cola South Africa has introduced a redesigned PET bottle for its Valpré spring water brand, with the updated packaging becoming available nationwide from 1 July 2026. The redesign applies across the plastic bottle portfolio while the spring water, product label and brand positioning remain unchanged. The revised bottle features a …
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ePS completes SOC 2 Type 2 examination for cloud security controls
eProductivity Software (ePS) has completed a SOC 2 Type 2 examination, providing independent verification that its security controls operated effectively over the assessed period, supporting the security of its cloud-based technology for packaging manufacturers. The examination was conducted by an independent licensed CPA firm and covered the period from November …
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DS Smith and Schneider Electric develop recyclable fibre-based switchgear packaging
DS Smith, an International Paper company, and Schneider Electric have jointly developed a fibre-based packaging solution for transporting three types of integrated electrical switchgear products. Announced in London on 28 July 2026, the packaging is designed to improve product protection, handling efficiency and material use while supporting Schneider Electric’s packaging sustainability objectives. …
UAE Food Cluster Signs US$12 Million Food Processing Investment and MoU with Andhra Pradesh to Strengthen Packaging, Cold Chain and Export Supply Chains
The UAE Food Cluster has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Andhra Pradesh Economic Development Board (APEDB) alongside the announcement of a US$12 million (₹100 crore) food processing investment by Dubai-based Flour Masters International, marking a new phase of UAE-India collaboration in food processing, packaging, cold-chain infrastructure and agricultural exports. The agreements were …
Mondi launches 35% PCR mono-PP flow-wrap for recyclable wet wipes packaging
Mondi has introduced re/loop FlowWrap, a mono-material polypropylene packaging structure containing 35% post-consumer recycled content, for wet wipes used in home and personal care applications. The new form-fill-and-seal material is intended to replace conventional multi-material laminate structures that can be difficult to recycle. Mondi said the solution was developed in line …
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Bonnie Bio launches biodegradable paper oven tray liner in plastic-free packaging in South Africa
Bonnie Bio has introduced a pre-shaped, biodegradable paper liner for domestic oven trays, expanding its range of disposable kitchen products with a plastic-free format designed to reduce cleaning and replace aluminium foil in selected cooking applications. The liner is designed for trays used in 600mm-wide domestic ovens and features a …