Gulfood Manufacturing (GFM) 2024 marks a milestone 10th edition, shaping the food and beverage manufacturing sector in the Middle East and Africa (MEA). Scheduled for November 5-7 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, the event will feature over 2,500 companies from 72 countries, showcasing cutting-edge technologies that are set to transform the F&B industry. …
Beautyworld Middle East 2024: Sustainability and Innovation takes center stage in Dubai
The 28th edition of Beautyworld Middle East officially opened yesterday at the Dubai World Trade Centre, featuring over 2,000 exhibitors and expecting more than 70,000 attendees from across the globe. This premier beauty and wellness trade show runs from October 28 to 30 and emphasizes sustainability, particularly in packaging. Her Excellency Hessa Bu …
Is Plastic Fantastic? The Role of rPET in Packaging and the Circular Economy
The global discussion on plastic’s environmental impact has created a divide, with two opposing narratives shaping the conversation. One side warns of a future drowned in plastic waste, while the other argues that plastic, when managed responsibly, can be a sustainable material that outperforms alternatives. Images of plastic waste floating in rivers and …
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WHO proposes front-of-package labels to help consumers make healthier choices
The World Health Organization (WHO) has proposed new guidelines recommending front-of-package nutritional labels to help consumers make informed food choices, Reuters reports. The draft guidelines, developed over several years, mark the WHO’s first effort to standardize labeling practices, though they stop short of endorsing harsher warning labels used in some countries. The initiative …
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Aptar Closures to spotlight innovations at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024
Aptar Closures will participate in the Gulfood Manufacturing exhibition at the Dubai World Trade Centre from November 5 to 7, 2024. This event marks the 10th edition of the Middle East’s premier packaging trade show, where Aptar aims to highlight its global expertise and newly established regional manufacturing capabilities. At the exhibition, Aptar …
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SIG wins Green Packaging Star Award for aluminum-free packaging innovation
SIG has received the Green Packaging Star Award for its aluminum-free packaging solution, SIG Terra MidiBloc, marking a milestone in sustainable packaging innovation. The award, presented annually by *Kompack* magazine and the Austrian Research Institute of Chemistry, highlights advancements in eco-friendly packaging. The SIG Terra Alu-free material, the first of its kind for …
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Paboco and Blue Ocean Closures launch world’s first paper bottle with fiber cap
Paboco and Blue Ocean Closures have introduced the packaging industry’s first market-ready paper bottle and fiber-based cap. This innovation is available now, with consumer products featuring the new packaging expected to launch in early 2025. Paboco’s new product line builds on years of experience with paper-based packaging. “We are changing the material options …
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Almarai expands into Jordan with SAR 263 million acquisition of Hammoudeh Food Industries
Almarai Company has signed an agreement through its subsidiary, Teeba Investment for Developed Food Processing Company, to acquire 100% of the shares in Hammoudeh Food Industries. The deal, valued at SAR 263 million, is subject to adjustments and awaits regulatory approvals in Saudi Arabia and Jordan. Hammoudeh Food Industries, with over 50 years …
Tetra Pak launches ‘Made, Consumed, and Recycled in Saudi Arabia’ campaign
Tetra Pak has unveiled its ‘Made, Consumed, and Recycled in Saudi Arabia’ campaign, celebrating 44 years of operations in the Kingdom. The initiative highlights the company’s contributions to local economic growth, food security, and sustainability, aligning with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals. Operating in the Kingdom since 1980, Tetra Pak has positioned its …
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Tetra Pak launches new Tetra Prisma® Aseptic 300 Edge Carton
Tetra Pak has partnered with a major European juice brand to introduce the Tetra Prisma® Aseptic 300 Edge carton, designed to enhance consumer convenience and sustainability. This new beverage carton, developed with a focus on renewable materials, aims to reduce its carbon footprint and meet the growing demand for environmentally friendly packaging. The …
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