Ardagh Metal Packaging reports strong Q3 2024 results, raises full-year guidance

  Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP) announced its third-quarter results for 2024, showing strong performance across its global operations. For the quarter ended September 30, 2024, the company reported a 15% increase in Adjusted EBITDA to $196 million, exceeding prior guidance.   CEO Oliver Graham commented, “Our strong business performance delivered double-digit Adjusted EBITDA growth, driven …

Krones posts strong Q3 2024 growth, highlights demand in Middle East

  Krones has reported robust financial results for the first nine months of 2024, with revenue increasing by 11.2% year-on-year to €3.87 billion, aligning with its full-year growth forecast of 9% to 13%.   The company recorded an order intake of €1.32 billion in the third quarter, slightly exceeding the previous quarter and remaining close …

Ferrum and KHS to acquire H.F. Meyer Maschinenbau

  Ferrum Packaging AG and KHS GmbH have announced the acquisition of H.F. Meyer Maschinenbau GmbH & Co. KG, effective January 1, 2025. The merger aims to enhance expertise in canning technology while preserving H.F. Meyer’s independence under the Ferrum Group umbrella.   H.F. Meyer, known for its specialized canning technology, including can turners, rinsers, …

Tetra Pak and Lactalis pioneer recycled polymer packaging for dairy products

  Tetra Pak and Lactalis have introduced a carton package using certified recycled polymers linked to used beverage cartons, marking a significant development in the beverage carton industry. The material is certified by the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS and is sourced from the recycling process of used beverage cartons in Spain. The …

Almarai partners with SIG for five-year expansion focused on sustainability

  Almarai, a leading dairy and food company in the Middle East, has named SIG as its strategic partner for a five-year expansion aimed at strengthening market presence and advancing sustainable innovation. The partnership, marking two decades of collaboration, will see SIG providing flexible manufacturing solutions aligned with Almarai’s sustainability targets.   The alliance emphasizes …

Swisslog presents smart automation solutions at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024

  Swisslog, a global leader in robotic and automated solutions, showcased its advanced technologies at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024, held from November 5-7 in Dubai. The event, a key platform for exploring food production innovations, allowed attendees to view live demonstrations of Swisslog’s automation solutions, including the AutoStore system. This robotic storage, small parts picking, and …

Gulfood Manufacturing and Gulfhost 2024 wrap up with record participation and innovation

  The 10th edition of Gulfood Manufacturing and Gulfhost 2024 wrapped up on 7th November at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), marking a successful event for professionals in the food manufacturing and hospitality industries. The co-located exhibitions attracted thousands of industry leaders from around the world, showcasing cutting-edge innovations and providing a platform for …

Renie and Tetra Pak team up to drive carton recycling in MENA

  Renie has partnered with Tetra Pak to enhance carton recycling rates across the MENA region, with the aim of contributing to a more sustainable future. This collaboration, unveiled at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024, introduces Renie Bins that now accept Tetra Pak cartons, expanding the range of recyclable materials.   The partnership aligns with the UAE’s …

Tetra Pak honored as ‘Sustainable Company of the Decade’ at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024

  Tetra Pak has been named the “Sustainable Company of the Decade” at the Industry Excellence 2024 Awards held during Gulfood Manufacturing 2024. The accolade acknowledges the company’s long-standing commitment to sustainability and innovation within the food processing and packaging sector.   The recognition comes as Tetra Pak continues to drive environmental initiatives, including developing …

MilkyMist launches world’s first long-life probiotic buttermilk in aseptic carton packs

  In a groundbreaking partnership, South India’s dairy leader MilkyMist, SIG, and AnaBio Technologies have introduced the world’s first long-life probiotic buttermilk packaged in aseptic carton packs. Unveiled at the 2024 Gulfood Manufacturing event in Dubai, this innovative product addresses a longstanding challenge in the probiotic beverage industry: maintaining live probiotic cultures in shelf-stable, non-refrigerated …