National Printing & Packaging Co (NPPC) is upgrading its Koenig & Bauer Compacta C408 presses as part of a dedicated investment program aimed at boosting productivity and reliability. The Saudi Arabian textbook printing specialist, which operates two Compacta C408s installed in 2002 and 2013, is investing in a series of retrofits to future-proof its …
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Indian FMCG companies are increasingly turning to Dubai as a springboard for global expansion, according to Ashraf A. Mahate, Dubai’s chief economist for trade and export development. By capitalizing on Dubai’s robust infrastructure and strategic location, these businesses are strategically aiming to penetrate key markets in regions like the Middle East, Africa, and …
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PulPac and LAKRIDS BY BÜLOW have announced a collaboration to develop sustainable packaging solutions using PulPac’s Dry Molded Fiber technology. This partnership aims to create environmentally friendly packaging alternatives for the premium confectionery brand. PulPac’s Dry Molded Fiber technology uses renewable fibers from responsibly managed forests, offering a resource-efficient and cost-competitive alternative to …
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In a move that highlights their commitment to innovation, Al-Shams Printing and Packaging, a prominent player in Saudi Arabia’s printing sector, has recently upgraded their fleet with the Heidelberg Speedmaster XL106-6+LX3 Combi. This new machine, known for its fully automated and high productivity features, is capable of printing both conventional and UV inks, as …
International Packaging Films Limited (IPAK) has achieved a significant milestone in Pakistan’s packaging industry, emerging as the largest manufacturer of flexible packaging films in the country. The inauguration of its two subsidiaries, Global Packaging Films (Private) Limited (GPAK) and PETPAK Films (Private) Limited (PETPAK), held on April 23, 2024, at Quaid-e-Azam Business Park, Sheikhupura, …
BOBST and Huhtamaki have teamed up to revolutionize sustainable packaging, aligning their values, missions, and skills to drive real progress. Huhtamaki, a Finnish-based global player in flexible packaging, specializes in sustainable solutions and aims to make packaging more circular. For BOBST, sustainability is integral to its vision of shaping the future of packaging, alongside …
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GEW has appointed Next Graphics as its exclusive sales distributor in Pakistan for all label, narrow web, and sheetfed offset business. This partnership includes the provision of spare parts and technical service support to customers across the country. Founded in Lahore, Pakistan, Next Graphics has expanded its operations with a new office in …
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Italian plastics and rubber machinery manufacturers, represented by the trade association Amaplast, closed 2023 with a record-breaking turnover of 4.8 billion euros, marking a 2.8% increase over 2022. This achievement, driven primarily by exports, confirms the industry’s strong global standing. However, the domestic market experienced a decline of 7.5% compared to 2022, signaling potential …
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DuPont™ Cyrel® Flexographic Solutions has revealed plans to implement a price increase of up to 7% on selected Cyrel® plates, Cyrel® Round photopolymer sleeves, and Cyrel® Flexosol-i washout solvent, effective from April 15th, 2024. “Significant inflationary challenges combined with geopolitical influences and increases in labor, freight, and warehousing costs are impacting DuPont™ Cyrel® …
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The Export Council for Printing and Packaging has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Egyptian Association for Industry and Development. The agreement aims to enhance cooperation between the two entities in providing services to their member companies. One of the key objectives of the MoU is to maximize the benefits of …
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