Reifenhäuser pioneers recycling with breakthrough Mono-Material Solutions

  Plastic is indispensable in modern life, serving critical functions in food,  hygiene, and medical packaging. However, the intricate material compositions of flexible packaging present substantial challenges in recycling,” highlights Dr. Lettowsky.   Reifenhäuser leads with mono material solutions and advanced MDO technology, such as the 18-micron thin MDO-PE film and EVO Ultra  Stretch. Our …

Siegwerk teams up with industry leaders to deliver innovative oxygen barrier coating or mono-material packaging

  Siegwerk, a global leader in printing inks and coatings for packaging applications, has joined forces with EPP Dubai, Borouge, and Windmöller & Hölscher to develop functional mono-material packaging structures tailored for food applications. This collaboration aims to demonstrate the efficient production of mono-material food packaging utilizing an innovative oxygen barrier, achieved through Siegwerk’s advanced …

Windmoller & Holschers advanced MDO technology: The heart of the innovation

  Windmöller & Hölscher collaborated with EPP on the production of MDO-PE films and their structural development. This initiative underscored the integration of specialized coatings that greatly enhance the sustainability of  pouches.   EPP MDO-PE Project: Made in the UAE EPP serves as a strategic partner for W&H, and together with other collaborators, we created …

Emirates Printing Press Dubai’s innovative MDO-PE pouches: Pioneering sustainable flexible packaging

  The flexible packaging print-converting industry has reached a significant milestone with the launch of the Machine Direction Oriented Polyethylene (MDO-PE) pouch. This journey transforms initial concepts into successful retail products through several critical stages.   Market Demand: Responding to market demands, Emirates Printing Press (EPP), a leader in responsible packaging, has introduced the innovative …

Indorama Ventures partners to launch world’s first commercial Bio-PET bottles for Suntory

  Indorama Ventures has announced a collaboration with Suntory, ENEOS Corporation, Mitsubishi Corporation, Iwatani, and Neste to launch the world’s first commercially produced PET bottles made from bio-paraxylene. The innovative bottles, made from used cooking oil, mark a significant step in sustainable packaging, with the potential to reduce CO2 emissions in PET production.   Starting …

Paperworld ME 2024: Driving sustainable innovation in packaging for the MEA market

  The 13th edition of Paperworld Middle East, held at the Dubai World Trade Centre, concluded on 14 November 2024, showcasing key trends in the paper, stationery, and packaging sectors. The event, the largest of its kind in the Middle East, emphasized the growing demand for paper products and sustainable packaging solutions in the MEA …

Klöckner Pentaplast launches sustainable packaging film for medical devices

  Klöckner Pentaplast (kp), a leader in sustainable packaging, has launched the kpNext® MDR1, a new medical device packaging film designed to meet the growing demand for environmentally friendly packaging solutions in healthcare.   The kpNext® MDR1 film offers performance comparable to traditional medical device packaging, including clarity, device protection, and ease of processing. What …

SIG’s Recycle-Ready Bag-in-Box Packaging earns APR recognition

  SIG has received formal recognition from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) for its SIG Terra RecShield D bag-in-box package. This package, designed for post-mix beverages such as syrup, has been acknowledged for meeting high recyclability standards outlined in the APR Design® Guide for Plastics Recyclability.   The APR Design® for Recyclability Recognition validates …

IGT appointed as exclusive GEW distributor in Tunisia and Algeria

  GEW has expanded its global distributor network with the appointment of Industry General Trading (IGT) as the exclusive distributor for Tunisia and Algeria. The Tunis-based company will manage GEW’s equipment, service, and spare parts in the region, effective immediately.   IGT, founded in 2009 by Ahmed Chiheb Eddine Driss, supplies raw materials, accessories, and …

Almarai partners with SIG for five-year expansion focused on sustainability

  Almarai, a leading dairy and food company in the Middle East, has named SIG as its strategic partner for a five-year expansion aimed at strengthening market presence and advancing sustainable innovation. The partnership, marking two decades of collaboration, will see SIG providing flexible manufacturing solutions aligned with Almarai’s sustainability targets.   The alliance emphasizes …