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 …
Matrixpack a division of Himatrix Group expands label production with Gallus Labelmaster 440 installation
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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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. …
Revolutionizing Chocolate: Tony’s Chocolonely harnesses the power of packaging
In a world where packaging can be just as important as the product it encases, Tony’s Chocolonely has mastered the art of using its colorful wrappers to tell a much deeper story. During a recent stroll through an airport duty-free shop, I was immediately drawn to the vibrant packaging of Tony’s Chocolonely …
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Integrated Plastics pioneers innovative F&B solutions addressing food safety and sustainability challenges
Integrated Plastics Packaging (IPP) has emerged as a key player in the flexible packaging industry, boasting over 25 years of experience in providing tailored solutions for global brands. Based in Dubai’s Jebel Ali Industrial Park, IPP manufactures customized packaging materials that cater to diverse sectors, including food, hygiene, personal care, pharmaceuticals, and construction. …
Greif to showcase innovative IBC solutions at Eurasia Packaging exhibition in Istanbul
Greif, a global leader in industrial packaging products, will participate in the Eurasia Packaging exhibition in Istanbul from October 23 to 26, 2024. This event coincides with the one-year anniversary of Greif’s Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) plant in Dilovasi, Turkey. The facility, which opened last year, offers a range of IBC solutions, including …
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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Nestlé trials paper tubs for Quality Street with Smurfit Westrock
Smurfit Westrock has collaborated with Nestlé to introduce a paper-based tub for Quality Street, marking a step toward more sustainable packaging. The new packaging will debut at Tesco stores this week, alongside the traditional plastic version, as part of a trial to explore environmentally friendly alternatives. The initiative aligns with Nestlé’s efforts to …
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