Packaging MEA https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html Domino launches traverser-based coding system for high-speed egg packaging lines El Alamein Pack installs Komori GL-640 advance to enhance packaging production Unilever South Africa partners with Mpact to advance zero-waste operations Liberia to establish first national packaging centre to support SME competitiveness CCL Industries signs agreement to acquire Sleever International to strengthen sleeve labelling portfolio Indorama Ventures, Nigerian Breweries and Genesis Energy partner to develop one of Africa’s largest rPET production facilities by 2027 Miraclon launches FLEXCEL Prime Plate for flexographic printing $10.3 billion Sealed Air acquisition approved by stockholders, with implications for Middle East and GCC packaging markets Aptar introduces auto-loading dropper system, redefining precision dispensing in beauty packaging Fibre Circle rolls out Gauteng drive to boost beverage carton recycling GPGI appoints Robert Domodossola as President and CEO of Husky Technologies Quadpack introduces Lotus Pod, metal-tipped applicator for skincare packaging Emerson launches configurable ultrasonic welding platform for packaging and industrial applications Majid Al Futtaim and Alshaya expand retail partnership with Primark rollout TVOP partners with Sidel to introduce laser blowing technology for edible oil bottles Avery Dennison launches AD IdentiFresh RFID inlay series for fresh food packaging Henkel adopts CO₂-reduced steel for tinplate adhesive packaging Swisslog expands pallet ASRS portfolio with AgileStore 4-way shuttle Husky Technologies outlines integrated HyPET®6e system for rPET preform production DS Smith develops fibre-based corrugated solution for automotive chassis transport SIG spouted pouch with recyclable PE-based structure receives APR recognition THIMM improves corrugated packaging productivity with BOBST equipment upgrades Aluminium supply concerns grow as Bahrain shipments halt and Qatar smelter shutdown looms Amcor introduces Magic One airless dispensing system for beauty and personal care packaging Croxsons launches Rightweight glass packaging designed to reduce bottle and jar weight by up to 30 percent Home UAE’s 2026 single-use plastics ban reshapes packaging supply chains and market access The Coca-Cola system announces R17.6 billion investment in South Africa Mondelēz and Amcor introduce recycled plastic packaging for Cadbury Easter range EGA Al Taweelah faces damage but ensures supply stability ACTEGA and Living Ink collaborate on algae-based UV flexo ink for packaging applications Hybrid Software showcases AI-driven prepress workflow solutions at Interpack 2026 Sappi introduces expanded portfolio of heat-sealable papers for recyclable packaging Kodak releases PRINERGY INSITE Portals version 11.5 with workflow and security updates African LNG projects gain strategic relevance as Europe seeks supply stability South Africa paper recycling rate reaches 63.3 percent as PAMSA calls for better separation Boxon launches first food-contact approved rPET Big Bags in EMEA Germany approves new packaging law aligned with EU PPWR Flint Group receives RecyClass approval for NC-free inks used in flexible packaging Sulayr and TOMRA collaborate to scale tray-to-tray PET recycling in Europe Flexo strengthens position as packaging print market evolves alongside gravure Beyond Green Claims: Rupali Shah on Building Sustainable Packaging that Performs in the Real World Amcor launches lightweight UniPak pot for dairy packaging UPM and Paramelt introduce grease resistant paper packaging for foodservice Unilever announces $20bn foods business combination deal with McCormick & Company Borouge International formed as global polyolefins leader following OMV and XRG deal completion PulPac develops fibre-based caps to replace plastic closures Henkel to acquire OLAPLEX to expand premium hair care portfolio Esko advances corrugated prepress automation with Auto PlatePatcher 2026 and Beyond: The UAE’s Single-Use Plastics Ban and the Reset of Packaging Supply Chains.