Berry Global Develops Durable Packaging for Vamoosh Plug Unblocker

  Berry Global has collaborated with cleaning product manufacturer Vamoosh to develop a packaging solution for its Plug Hole Unblocker, addressing the challenges posed by the product’s chemical composition.   Through research and testing, Berry determined that conventional PET and HDPE materials lacked the required durability for the specialist chemicals used in the unblocker. To …

Printcare Launches Advanced Packaging Facility in Nairobi

Printcare, a global leader in premium packaging solutions, has inaugurated a cutting-edge manufacturing plant in Nairobi, a move that marks a significant development in Kenya’s packaging industry and the wider East African region. The new facility, which offers a range of products including mono cartons, corrugated boxes, and premium paper bags, aims to serve businesses …

UFlex Secures USFDA Approval for Recycled PE in Food Packaging

    UFlex Ltd. has become the first Indian company to receive approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) to use recycled polyethylene (rPE) in food packaging. This certification allows UFlex to incorporate post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials in food packaging, contributing to the global move toward sustainability.     The company’s recycling …

IPP Leverages Gen Alpha Technology to Transform Gravure Printing in Flexible Packaging

      Integrated Plastics Packaging (IPP) harnesses  Gen Alpha Technology sets a new benchmark in gravure printing, combining precision and sustainability to elevate branding in the food, pharmaceutical, and FMCG sectors. This cutting-edge innovation ensures exceptional color accuracy and consistency, redefining flexible packaging standards.     Gravure printing remains a leading solution in the …

Al Ain Water Pioneers Sustainable Packaging with 100% Recycled PET Bottles

Al Ain Water has introduced the UAE’s first locally produced 100% recycled PET (rPET) bottle, marking a significant milestone in the country’s commitment to sustainability and a circular economy. This new packaging initiative addresses the growing concern of plastic waste and high bottled water consumption in the UAE, where residents use an average of 450 …

UAE Circular Packaging Association Elects New Board to Drive Sustainability Goals

  Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 6th March, 2025: The UAE Circular Packaging Association (CPA) has announced the election of a new board during its annual general assembly held at Dubai Chambers. This marks the beginning of a two-year term focused on strengthening public-private collaborations and advancing the UAE’s circular economy initiatives.       …

Masafi’s 100% rPET bottles: A sip towards a sustainable future.

Masafi Leads the Way with Sustainable Mountain Water in 100% Recycled Bottles

Masafi, a leading brand in the UAE’s bottled water industry, is making significant strides toward sustainability with the launch of its new 100% recycled plastic (rPET) bottle. According to a report in Khaleej Times. This eco-friendly packaging innovation highlights the brand’s ongoing commitment to environmental responsibility and supports the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 goals, aiming …

SOMA Celebrates Record-Breaking Year in 2024

SOMA has successfully concluded a record-breaking 2024, marking a milestone year of sustained growth and innovation despite global challenges. The company, which has now seen five consecutive years of turnover growth, including through the COVID-19 pandemic, has set new benchmarks across multiple key performance indicators.   In 2024, SOMA achieved several significant milestones, including record …

IFC Supports PET Recycling Initiative in West Africa

  Accra, Ghana: The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, has partnered with Ghana-based Mohinani Group to advance plastic recycling in West Africa. As part of the initiative, IFC will provide a $37 million loan to Mohinani subsidiaries Polytank Ghana and Sonnex Packaging Nigeria to establish polyethylene terephthalate (PET) recycling …

IFFCO Group Highlights Sustainable Innovation at Food500 Summit and Gulfood 2025

  Dubai, UAE: IFFCO Group, a UAE-based multinational FMCG company, marked three decades at Gulfood 2025 with a showcase featuring a range of products, including carbon-neutral oils and alternative proteins, as part of its focus on sustainable packaging and food innovation.   In addition to its presence on the exhibition floor, IFFCO Group executives participated …