BEEAH, a sustainability leader based in the UAE, recently met with Ugandan President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni to discuss potential collaborations on sustainable waste management solutions for Uganda. The meeting, held during the World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi, aimed to explore ways to adapt BEEAH’s successful waste management models, used in the UAE, …
Packaging and Sustainability: Key focus at World of Coffee 2025
The coffee industry is undergoing a significant shift, with sustainability, responsible sourcing, and fair trade taking center stage. These issues are now central to the future of the sector, discussed extensively at this year’s World of Coffee event in Dubai, UAE. Shouq Bin Redha, Exhibition Director of World of Coffee Dubai, emphasized the …
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Mondi and Proquimia launch paper-based pouches for dishwashing tabs
Mondi and Proquimia have launched a new paper-based stand-up pouch for dishwashing tabs in Spain and Portugal, marking a step toward more sustainable packaging solutions. This collaboration aims to replace traditional plastic pouches with a more environmentally friendly alternative. The new stand-up pouches, which contain 20 water-soluble dishwashing tabs, are made using Mondi’s …
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ProAmpac presents fibre-based and recyclable packaging innovations at Packaging Innovations 2025
ProAmpac exhibited its latest recyclable and high-performance packaging solutions at Packaging Innovations 2025, which took place on February 12–13 at the NEC Birmingham. At Booth L80, the company highlighted advancements in fibre-based packaging, recyclable films, and food-to-go solutions. Kristy Paulin, Executive Vice President of Global Marketing at ProAmpac, stated, “At ProAmpac, we are …
Nestlé Purina expands pyramid-shaped cat food with innovative packaging
Nestlé Purina PetCare is expanding its pyramid-shaped wet cat food in Europe and the United States as part of its strategy to focus on fewer but more impactful innovations. In Europe, the new variant—featuring transparent jelly with finely diced tender cuts in salmon, chicken, or white fish—will launch under the Purina Gourmet Revelations …
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BOBST and partners showcase innovations at Turkish Roadshow Events
BOBST, in collaboration with key industry partners, held a two-day roadshow in Istanbul and Gaziantep in February 2024, highlighting the latest innovations in flexible packaging and labels. The event attracted packaging professionals from across Turkey to explore sustainable solutions and digital technologies. “The strong attendance at both locations reflects the Turkish packaging industry’s …
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Gulfood 2025: A Global Platform for Innovation, Networking, and Sustainability
Gulfood, the world’s largest annual food and beverage trade event, is set to return to Dubai in 2025, reaffirming its role as a crucial platform for industry professionals to connect, collaborate, and drive innovation. Running from February 17 to 21 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, this year’s event will span over 1 million …
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Orkla India refreshes Eastern brand identity with new packaging at Gulfood 2025
Orkla India, the parent company of MTR and Eastern, will unveil its new Quick Kerala Breakfast range at Gulfood 2025, aiming to expand its presence in the Middle East’s packaged food sector. The launch, under its recently established subsidiary Orkla IMEA, includes the Eastern 5-Minute Breakfast range with updated branding and packaging. Indian …
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Ericsson, iot squared, and Alshaya Group launch Connected Recycling Platform in Saudi Arabia
Ericsson and stc Group’s iot squared have introduced the Ericsson Connected Recycling platform in Saudi Arabia, with Alshaya Group as the first adopter. The initiative aims to enhance waste management by diverting over 50% of Alshaya’s waste from landfills to recyclers, enabling the development of packaging with recycled content and improving waste tracking. …
CCL Hosts inaugural ‘Sustainability Day Southeast Asia’ with Asahi Kasei as key partner
CCL ASEAN held its first “Sustainability Day Southeast Asia” at its Bangkok headquarters on January 21, bringing together industry leaders, brand owners, and innovators to discuss sustainability in packaging and printing. Asahi Photoproducts, a subsidiary of Asahi Kasei and a specialist in flexographic photopolymer plate development, participated as a key partner. The event …