Esko has announced the global rollout of its Quartz flexo ecosystem, a next-generation platemaking solution designed to deliver gravure-level quality in flexographic printing. First unveiled at drupa 2024, the Quartz system combines a new CDI Quartz imager, advanced Quartz screening, and the XPS Crystal LED exposure unit, offering imaging at 4000 ppi with …
Mondi Rotatrim Rebrand Emphasises Local Design and Sustainability in South Africa
Mondi, a global player in sustainable packaging and paper, has unveiled a new brand identity for Mondi Rotatrim, its premium multifunctional office paper and one of South Africa’s most recognised paper brands. The redesign balances modern African-inspired visuals with product enhancements to reinforce the company’s local focus, sustainability credentials and social impact. The refreshed packaging …
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Mars rolls out fully recyclable mono-PP pouches for WHISKAS®
Mars, Incorporated today unveiled a new “designed to be recyclable” pouch for its WHISKAS® wet cat food, replacing the brand’s former multi-material packaging with a mono-polypropylene (PP) structure compatible with existing and emerging PET recycling streams. The switch to a single-polymer format slashes the pouch’s carbon footprint by 46% compared with the previous multi-material design …
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Mapitek Upgrades Sétif Plant with BOBST Expert CI Flexo Press
Mapitek, a subsidiary of Faderco Group, has commissioned a BOBST Expert CI flexographic printing press at its facility in Sétif, Algeria. The installation was carried out by BOBST Africa & Middle East (BAM) team based in Tunisia, marking a significant upgrade in the subsidiary’s production capacity. The project involved close collaboration between the local staff …
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Tetra Pak Achieves Platinum Rating in EcoVadis Sustainability Assessment
Tetra Pak has been awarded the Platinum medal in the latest EcoVadis sustainability assessment, placing the company among the top 1% of more than 130,000 organisations evaluated globally. The assessment measures performance across four key categories: environment, labour and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement. EcoVadis is a widely used platform for evaluating corporate sustainability …
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Coca-Cola Beverages Africa Invests R365m in High-Speed Bottling Line in Midrand
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) has invested R365 million in a new high-speed bottling line at its Midrand plant in Gauteng. The facility is designed to produce 72,000 bottles per hour and will expand the company’s capacity in the hydration category. The line will manufacture Bonaqua Pump Still 750ml and Powerade 500ml …
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Nadec Revamps Flavoured Labneh Packaging with Gentlebrand Collaboration
Gentlebrand, a Sidel company, has collaborated with Saudi Arabia’s Nadec to redesign its flavoured Labneh line, aiming to appeal to a younger, more diverse consumer base while preserving the product’s cultural heritage. The refreshed packaging emphasizes three pillars: shelf impact, flavour expression, and intuitive navigation. Each variant—‘Chili,’ ‘Zaatar,’ and ‘Olives’—features …
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LuLu Group Opens 24th Outlet in Qatar with Zero-Waste Refill Station
LuLu Group has inaugurated its 24th outlet in Qatar at North Plaza Mall, Umm Al Amad, with a strong focus on sustainability and customer convenience. The store was officially opened on October 13, 2024, by prominent Qatari businessman Sheikh Faysal Khalifa Sultan Al-Thani, in the presence of dignitaries including the Indian Ambassador …
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Heidelberg Posts Strong Q1 Growth, Underscores Packaging as Key Driver
Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) has reported a strong start to financial year 2025/26, with first-quarter sales climbing to €466 million, up from €403 million a year earlier, driven by robust growth in Europe and Asia. The adjusted EBITDA improved to €20 million (Q1 2024/25: –€9 million), reflecting higher sales volumes, better capacity utilization, and cost-efficiency measures. …
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Mondi Secures Cradle to Cradle Certification for South African Paper Portfolio
Mondi has announced a significant achievement in sustainable paper production, securing Cradle to Cradle Certified® Bronze status for its uncoated fine paper portfolio from the Merebank mill in South Africa. This makes Mondi the first and only company in South Africa to receive this globally recognized certification for paper products, underscoring its …
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