Constantia Flexibles has introduced ComforLid, a patented aluminium lidding concept developed as an alternative to conventional snap-on plastic lids and straws for applications such as ready-to-drink beverages and dairy products, and it has recently received two WorldStar Awards for the solution. The lid pairs an aluminium layer with a polypropylene …
Canon Middle East Elevates Packaging Innovation Through Certified Consultant Program
Canon Middle East is driving packaging innovation forward with its Canon Certified Printing Consultant (CCPC) program, which recently marked the graduation of its first cohort at a ceremony in Dubai. The year-long initiative, launched in 2024, is reshaping the role of print professionals by equipping them with the skills to deliver cutting-edge packaging …
Polysmart invests $60 million in Nigeria’s largest plastic recycling facility
Polysmart Packaging Limited has announced a $60 million investment to build Nigeria’s largest plastic recycling plant, with completion targeted for July 2026, according to Guardian Nigeria. The new facility, set to begin operations in phases starting March 2026, will have the capacity to process 100,000 tons of mixed plastics annually. This includes food-grade recycled polyethylene …
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Al Wafir Proposes Conditional Offer to Acquire Majority Stake in UNIKAI Foods
Al Wafir for Marketing Services K.S.C.C., a Kuwait-based company, has announced a voluntary conditional cash offer to acquire between 50% plus one share and up to 51% of the issued and paid-up ordinary shares of UNIKAI Foods P.J.S.C., one of the UAE’s oldest food and beverage companies. The offer, priced at AED …
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Rotatek to install Universal 850 press at Mudrika as global reference site
Rotatek, under the Vinsak Group, has confirmed the installation of its new Universal 850 hybrid press at Mudrika Labels’ Vasai facility in India. The move establishes Mudrika as the global reference site for the Universal 850 platform, with commissioning and application validation scheduled for completion by April 2026. With an 850 …
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DTM Print launches CLP2200e colour label printer with flexible ink options
DTM Print has announced the launch of its latest product, the CLP2200e Colour Label Printer, aimed at professional users requiring flexible and durable label printing solutions. The new device, introduced from the company’s Wiesbaden headquarters on January 15, 2026, is designed for easy system integration and consistent performance in industrial environments. …
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Heinz launches fry box with built-in ketchup compartment
Kraft Heinz has introduced a new packaging format for its ketchup products, designed to improve on-the-go consumption. The new design, called the “Heinz Dipper,” is a fry box featuring a built-in compartment for ketchup. It is being rolled out in restaurants and sports venues across eleven countries, including the United States, Canada, …
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Husky introduces PET closures to support mono-material beverage packaging
Husky Technologies has developed a mono-material beverage packaging solution that uses PET closures instead of traditional HDPE or PP alternatives. The system, based on the company’s HyCAP SecuRE+ technology, is intended to improve recycling outcomes by standardising materials across the bottle and closure. Conventional beverage bottles are typically made from …
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Polygreen launches reusable foodware system to replace single-use plastics in UAE
Polygreen has launched “Again, Please”, a reusable foodware system designed to replace single-use plastics across events and high-footfall venues in the UAE. The launch took place at the World Future Energy Summit (WFES) held at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, coinciding with the country’s wider policy push toward circular economy models. …
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DataLase introduces label-free clear-to-white coating for plastic bottles
DataLase has launched a clear-to-white coating for plastic bottles designed to replace conventional labels and reduce overall packaging material use. The development responds to growing industry efforts to eliminate film and paper labels while maintaining required product information, traceability and on-shelf visibility. The coating is designed for application through spray-coating …
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