E7 Group reports 82% net profit growth in first nine months of 2024

  E7 Group, a leading national industrial champion specializing in security printing, identity management solutions, packaging, printing, publishing, and logistics services, has reported an 82% year-on-year increase in net profit before tax for the nine months ending 30th September 2024, reaching AED 180.8 million.   Net profit after tax rose 65% to AED 164.5 million, …

SIG secures sale of 13 filling lines at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024

  SIG, a global packaging solutions provider, has secured the sale of 13 filling lines during its participation in Gulfood Manufacturing 2024, held from November 5–7 in Dubai. The sold lines encompass SIG’s full range of aseptic carton, bag-in-box, and spouted pouch systems.   Abdelghany Eladib, President & General Manager for India, Middle East & …

Silal’s advanced Packhouse supports UAE’s agricultural and food security goals

  The Emirates Council for Food Security recently convened to discuss the role of stakeholders in promoting the ‘Plant the Emirates’ National Programme, as well as updates to the National Food Security Strategy 2051. The meeting, held at Silal’s Automated Packhouse in Al Ain, also covered global agriculture trends, food trade, and ways to enhance …

NDIGITEC will set new standards in flexo printing with the first Esko Crystal Quartz technology in the GCC & Middle East

  Dubai, UAE – NDIGITEC, an AI & HI powered company which has pioneered prepress and premedia solutions across the GCC, Middle East and globally, has proudly announced a strategic partnership with Esko, marking a significant advancement in its technological capabilities. Through this partnership, NDIGITEC will become the first in the Middle East and GCC …

ULMA Packaging opens regional office in Dubai to strengthen Middle East presence

  ULMA Packaging has established a new office in Dubai, UAE, as part of its strategy to enhance its footprint in the Middle East. The move aims to provide closer support to key industries, including fresh food, ready meals, and medical devices.   The Dubai office reflects ULMA’s commitment to delivering more efficient services and …

Ball Corporation acquires Alucan to expand Sustainable Packaging Solutions in Europe

  Ball Corporation has acquired Alucan, a European leader in extruded aluminum aerosol and bottle technology. The acquisition, announced on October 31, 2024, strengthens Ball’s position in the growing sustainable packaging market in Europe.   The deal adds manufacturing facilities in Llinars del Vallés (Barcelona), Spain, and Lummen, Belgium, to Ball’s existing operations. The new …

INX Group acquires Coatings & Adhesives Corporation, launches INX International Coatings and Adhesives

  INX Group Limited, a subsidiary of Sakata INX, has completed the acquisition of Coatings & Adhesives Corporation (C&A), a North American leader in specialty coatings. The acquisition results in the formation of INX International Coatings and Adhesives, which will operate alongside INX International Ink Co., under a unified management team. The move aims to …

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 …

Koenig & Bauer and ACTEGA extend partnership for inline finishing

  Koenig & Bauer and ACTEGA have renewed their partnership for an additional three years, continuing their collaboration to advance high-quality inline finishing technologies. The partnership, established in 2016, has played a pivotal role in enhancing finishing processes for the print and packaging industries.   The extended agreement, effective from November 1, focuses on several …