Huhtamaki Flexibles Istanbul receives P&G’s 2023 Excellence Award

  Huhtamaki Flexibles Istanbul has been awarded the P&G 2023 Excellence Award, joining a distinguished group of around 80 suppliers selected from approximately 60,000 globally. The award recognizes the company’s significant role within P&G’s supply ecosystem.   The accolade highlights the strong partnership between Huhtamaki and P&G, emphasizing the company’s consistent delivery of high-quality goods …

Namibia Breweries unveils N$337 million wine packaging line

  Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) has inaugurated a new wine packaging line, marking a notable advancement in its commitment to innovation and local production. The N$337 million facility was officially launched by President Dr. Nangolo Mbumba at NBL’s headquarters in Windhoek on August 22, 2024. The ceremony was attended by Honourable Lucia Lipumbu, Minister of …

Badael opens second manufacturing facility in Jeddah amid growing consumer demand

  Badael, a company under Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), has opened a new manufacturing facility at the Modon—Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones—in Asfan, Jeddah. The facility features a nicotine powder mixing unit, a research and development lab, a quality control lab, and a second high-speed production line aimed at increasing …

COMESA and EU launch €40 million Circular Economy Initiative

  The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) and the European Union (EU) have launched a new €40 million Circular Economy Programme for the East and Southern Africa region. The initiative, known as the “SWITCH to Circular Economy in East and Southern Africa (SWITCH-2-CE in ESA),” aims to facilitate the transition from a …

Mauser Packaging Solutions expands operations in South Africa with plastic drum business acquisition

  Mauser Packaging Solutions, a leading global industrial packaging producer, has expanded its presence in South Africa with the acquisition of a plastic drum manufacturing business in Pinetown, Kwa-Zulu Natal. Previously owned by Nampak Products Ltd and later by Eliptotime PTY Ltd, the business was officially transferred to Mauser on August 1, 2024.   This …

HYBRID Software and Hamillroad collaborate to integrate Bellissima DMS into CLOUDFLOW

  HYBRID Software has announced a new partnership with Hamillroad to integrate Bellissima DMS screening technology into its CLOUDFLOW enterprise production workflow. This integration aims to meet the increasing demand from Hamillroad’s customer base for CLOUDFLOW support and combines two advanced technologies to benefit flexographic trade shops and converters.   CLOUDFLOW is a customizable solution …

Coca Cola and OREO unite for limited-edition flavor mashup

  Coca Cola and OREO have collaborated to introduce two limited-edition products: Coca Cola® OREO™ Zero Sugar and OREO® Coca Cola™ Sandwich Cookie. These items combine the signature flavors and visual identities of both brands, aiming to offer a novel experience to their global fanbases.   The new offerings feature a sleek black-and-white packaging design, …

BW Converting unveils new branding at drupa

  BW Converting has introduced a new brand identity at drupa in Düsseldorf, marking a significant shift from its previous name, BW Converting Solutions. This rebranding comes on the heels of its recent acquisition of Baldwin, a major player in the print and industrial technology sector. BW Converting’s portfolio also includes Paper Converting Machine Company …

Henkel expands major plant in India to boost local adhesive production

  Henkel Adhesives Technologies India Private Limited has completed Phase III of its manufacturing facility in Kurkumbh, near Pune. The expanded site, which began operations in 2020, is designed to meet the increasing demand for adhesives, sealants, and surface treatment products in the Indian market.   The new Loctite plant, named after Henkel’s established brand, …