Nutridor Expands ‘Abevia’ Dairy Brand with AED 75 Million Factory in Dubai

        Nutridor, a prominent player in the food and beverage (F&B) industry and a subsidiary of the TGI Group, has introduced a cutting-edge dairy production facility in the United Arab Emirates, situated at Dubai Industrial City within the TECOM Group PJSC. The inauguration of this state-of-the-art factory, representing an investment of AED …

Dubai’s ERC Completes $12 Million Acquisition of Evergreen Plastic Products

      Emirates Reem Investments Company (ERC) has finalized its acquisition of Evergreen Plastic Products Manufacturing LLC, acquiring a 100% stake in the company for AED 44 million (approximately $12 million). Evergreen Plastic Products Manufacturing, headquartered in Dubai, embarked on its journey in 2000, specializing in the production of water and beverage packaging.   …

EU Enacts 16th Amendment to Food Contact Plastic Regulation for Enhanced Food Safety

The European Commission has taken a significant step toward bolstering food safety by introducing the 16th Amendment to the Food Contact Plastic Regulation (EU 2023/1442). This regulatory update, recently published by the European Commission, brings about vital changes to substance authorizations and introduces new substances within the framework of Commission Regulation (EU) No 10/2011. The …

Fortified Milk supports safe growth and development in Yemen’s schools

    Hayel Saeed Anam (HSA) Group, Yemen’s largest private company, and Tetra Pak, the world’s leading foods and beverages processing and packaging company, have joined forces to support safe nutrition in schools across Yemen. The initiative was announced at a joint food security workshop co-hosted in Amman by HSA and the International Food Policy …

Nestlé Unveils Ambitious Expansion Plans, Adding Four Production Lines to Egyptian Facilities

        Swiss multinational powerhouse Nestlé has unveiled its ambitious plan to augment production capabilities within Egypt by introducing four new production lines to its existing facilities. The strategic expansion underscores Nestlé’s commitment to meeting escalating demand while advancing sustainability initiatives in the region.   In a formal announcement, Tarek Kamel, Chairman and …

Bio Food Unveils Eco-Packaging for Milk Bottles, Outlines Sustainability Vision

      Bio Food, a prominent player in Kenya’s food and beverage industry, has revealed its groundbreaking strides in sustainability with the unveiling of a new eco-conscious packaging solution for its milk bottles. The company’s commitment to reducing its environmental footprint is evident in its determination to explore sustainable alternatives across its product range. …

Mondi Introduces FunctionalBarrier Paper Ultimate: A High-Barrier Paper-Based Packaging Solution

Mondi, a global leader in packaging and paper, has announced a significant investment of €16 million in cutting-edge technology at its Solec plant in Poland. This investment enables Mondi to introduce a new packaging range called FunctionalBarrier Paper Ultimate, catering to the growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions that contribute to a circular economy.   …

Baladna and SIG Introduce Locally Produced White Cheese in Aseptic Carton Packs to Qatar

    Baladna, the leading dairy and beverage producer in Qatar, announced a significant addition to its product portfolio by launching locally produced white cheese in aseptic carton packs earlier this year. This innovative offering is the first of its kind in Qatar and is made possible through a partnership with packaging solutions provider SIG. …

Mars Wrigley Introduces Recyclable Paper-Wrapped Mars® Bar in UK and Attains Carbon Neutrality Status

    Mars, Incorporated, in collaboration with UK retail partner Tesco, is pioneering sustainable packaging initiatives with the iconic Mars® bar, presenting it in recyclable paper-based packaging for the first time in the UK. This pilot test marks a major step in the company’s efforts to reduce plastic usage in its packaging and align with …

Edita Expands into Frozen Bakery Segment with Acquisition of Fancy Foods

    Cairo, May 30, 2023 – Edita Food Industries S.A.E. (EFID.CA on the Egyptian Exchange & EFID.L on the London Stock Exchange), a prominent player in the Egyptian packaged snack food market, has announced its entry into the frozen bakery segment in Egypt through the acquisition of Fancy Foods. The deal, valued at EGP …