Henkel inaugurates advanced beauty care production facility in Riyadh

  Henkel has inaugurated a state-of-the-art beauty care production facility in Riyadh, aiming to meet the rising demand for personal care products in the Middle East. The new facility will manufacture a variety of items under the Pert brand, including shampoos, conditioners, and other specialized products.   This development marks a significant step for Henkel …

PepsiCo South Africa and Standard Bank partner on sustainability initiatives

  PepsiCo South Africa has partnered with Standard Bank on a sustainability-linked working capital facility to support its renewable energy commitments and local procurement initiatives. This collaboration aligns with PepsiCo’s global sustainability agenda, focusing on energy-efficient manufacturing and renewable electricity.   PepsiCo, a leading global food and beverage company, operates in over 200 countries. In …

Emirates Biotech launches with new stakeholder, targets PLA Bioplastics market

  SS Royal Kit Emirates Investment and Global Biopolymers Industries have partnered to establish Emirates Biotech, a new company focused on the production and distribution of PLA bioplastics. The firm aims to introduce sustainable alternatives to fossil fuel-based plastics across the Middle East, Africa, and India.   The partnership agreement was signed by Shaikh Suhail …

Canon demonstrates success at drupa 2024, secures major Middle East deals

  Canon, a global leader in digital imaging solutions, reported its most successful participation at drupa 2024, securing significant deals and attracting substantial customer interest. At its stand in Hall 8A, Canon showcased its latest production print technologies, resulting in orders worth €7.3 million and hosting over 70 key customers from the Middle East.   …

Borouge, ADNOC, Borealis partner for speciality polyolefins complex in China

  Borouge, in partnership with ADNOC and Borealis, has signed a Project Collaboration Agreement (PCA) with China’s Wanhua Chemical and its subsidiary Wanrong New Materials (Fujian) to explore the feasibility of establishing a speciality polyolefins complex in Fuzhou, Fujian Province. This proposed complex aims to produce 1.6 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of speciality polyolefins, …

Abu Dhabi advances Pharmaceutical Sector with key initiatives and partnerships

  The Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) is moving forward with comprehensive plans to enhance the regulatory framework of the UAE’s healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors. During its fourth meeting, the Board of Directors, chaired by Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, discussed the establishment of specialized committees to boost operational …

Platinum Packaging Kenya enhances efficiency with BOBST oneECG technology

  Platinum Packaging, a Kenyan flexible packaging specialist, has implemented two BOBST MASTER M6 inline flexo presses with oneECG technology to optimize its production floor. This strategic investment aims to enhance operational efficiency and address key pain points such as long setup times and high levels of waste.   Nairobi-based Platinum Packaging Ltd, established in …

Sharjah’s organic dairy farm to implement Tetra Pak’s sustainable packaging solutions

  The Government of Sharjah’s Department of Agriculture and Livestock (DAL), through its commercial arm Ektifa, is set to enhance sustainability practices at its Meliha Dairy Factory. The first-of-its-kind organic dairy farm in the UAE will adopt Tetra Pak’s advanced processing and filling solutions.   A high-profile delegation led by H.E. Dr. Eng. Khalifa Musabah …

Silal inaugurates major food distribution warehouse in KEZAD

  Silal, a company specializing in food products and agricultural technology in Abu Dhabi, has inaugurated a large advanced warehouse in the Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD). Covering over 41,000 square meters, the facility features more than 36,800 storage pallets and advanced refrigerated rooms.   This warehouse marks a significant step in Silal’s efforts …

Amazon’s big move: Cutting plastic packaging by 95%

  Amazon has unveiled its largest reduction in plastic packaging to date, replacing 95% of plastic air pillows with paper filler in its delivery packaging.   “We’re constantly inventing and thinking big to make our packaging small. We want to ensure that customers receive their items undamaged, while using as little packaging as possible to …