Matrixpack, a prominent label printer converter in the UAE, has significantly boosted its capabilities with the recent installation of the Gallus Labelmaster 440 press. This investment enhances the company’s offerings and meets the growing demand for high quality labels. Packaging MEA’s Chief Editor, Ben Daniel, spoke with Sudheer Ali, General Manager of Matrixpack, about …
SIG to debut high-speed Neo Slimline 15 Aseptic at Gulfood Manufacturing
SIG introduced its latest addition to the Neo filling machine portfolio, the SIG Neo Slimline 15 Aseptic, at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024 in Dubai, held from November 5-7. The new filling machine is designed to address the food and beverage industry’s need for high-speed, flexible production and increased capacity. This machine can fill up to …
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UAE-based packaging entrepreneur awarded prestigious Nigerian Chieftaincy title for Industry Contributions
Kanday Venkateswarlu, a UAE-based entrepreneur and packaging technologist, has been honored with the title of Honorary Chief by the Anambra State Government in Nigeria. This prestigious award is given to foreign nationals for their significant contributions to Nigeria’s progress. Venkateswarlu, originally from Ongole, Andhra Pradesh in India, is only the third Indian to receive …
Gulfood Manufacturing set to mark a decade of pioneering innovation in Food & Beverage Packaging
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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