Berry Global’s Printed Shrink Film Team continues to expand its role in product packaging, offering advanced shrink film solutions that combine product protection with branding capabilities. With more than 20 years of experience, the team delivers services ranging from film development and printing to technical and customer support. Their approach includes creative …
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Nestlé has announced a partnership with Dubai AI Campus to develop an artificial intelligence-powered tool designed to identify product innovation opportunities. The initiative will analyze emerging trends and provide consumer insights, supporting Nestlé in making data-driven decisions and advancing product development. The agreement was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding signed at the …
SIG reported a 15% increase in sales for its SIG Terra portfolio of sustainable packaging materials for aseptic cartons in 2024. This growth exceeds the company’s overall 6% revenue increase in carton packaging, reflecting the growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions. SIG Terra is designed to reduce the environmental impact of packaging. In 2024, approximately …
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Amcor has launched a new paper-based refill pack for instant coffee and dry beverages as part of its AmFiber™ Performance Paper range. The stand-up pouch, initially introduced in the Middle East, Africa region and Europe, is designed to be recyclable while maintaining product integrity. The pouch contains 85% fiber content and is certified for recyclability …
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 …
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Gulf Packaging Industries Co. (GulfPack), a manufacturer of BOPP, CPP, and metallized films, has signed contracts for a major expansion to increase its production capacity. The company will add two new 10.4-meter-wide BOPP production lines at a new facility, boosting its BOPP film output from 183,000 tons per annum (TPA) to approximately 318,000 …
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Ranpak Holdings Corp. is set to make its debut at SiTL 2025, one of Europe’s key events for the transportation and logistics industry, taking place in France. The company will present its innovative sustainable packaging solutions, aimed at addressing the growing global demand for more eco-friendly and efficient packaging in supply chains. Founded in …
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Huhtamaki, a global leader in sustainable food packaging, has introduced ProDairy, a recyclable single-coated paper cup designed specifically for yogurt and dairy products. This innovative packaging solution addresses the growing demand for environmentally friendly packaging while maintaining the high-performance standards required for dairy products. ProDairy cups contain less than 10% plastic, making …
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Ben Daniel, Editor of Packaging MEA, speaks with Gilbert Bernard, Managing Director of Proflex Repro Services LLC, about the company’s evolution, technological advancements, and impact on the flexible packaging industry. In 2015, Gilbert Bernard set out with a clear vision to launch a prepress and design business. However, his deep expertise in …
As demand for recycled PET (rPET) rises, the MEA region struggles to scale recycling due to contamination, infrastructure gaps, and economic barriers. However, policy support, industry collaboration, and innovation could enable a circular PET economy. Usha Benjamin, Sustainability Editor, Packaging MEA, explores the challenges and opportunities. As sustainability has become an immediate …
