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 …

Billerud expands medical packaging range with MediKraft SealBase

  Billerud has expanded its medical paper portfolio with the introduction of MediKraft SealBase, a surface-treated medical paper. This product broadens Billerud’s offerings in medical paper and will be showcased at the COMPAMED trade fair in Düsseldorf in mid-November.   MediKraft SealBase is produced at Billerud’s Skärblacka mill in Sweden using pure virgin fiber and …

Mondelēz and Amcor launch 80% recycled plastic packaging for Cadbury bars

  Mondelēz International has announced a significant sustainability initiative for its Cadbury brand, collaborating with packaging leader Amcor to introduce advanced recycled plastic packaging for its core sharing bars. Starting in 2025, the iconic Cadbury Dairy Milk bars, produced in Bournville and Coolock and distributed across the UK and Ireland, will be wrapped in packaging …

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 …

Gulfood Manufacturing and Gulfhost 2024 wrap up with record participation and innovation

  The 10th edition of Gulfood Manufacturing and Gulfhost 2024 wrapped up on 7th November at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), marking a successful event for professionals in the food manufacturing and hospitality industries. The co-located exhibitions attracted thousands of industry leaders from around the world, showcasing cutting-edge innovations and providing a platform for …

TNA showcases cutting-edge snack packaging innovations at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024

  TNA Solutions showcased its advanced snack and confectionery packaging and processing solutions at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024, held from 5–7 November in Dubai. The company, known for providing comprehensive end-to-end systems for the food industry, featured a range of technologies aimed at optimizing production efficiency, minimizing downtime, and supporting manufacturers in meeting evolving consumer demands. …

SIG to debut high-speed Neo Slimline 15 Aseptic at Gulfood Manufacturing

  SIG introduced its latest addition to the Neo filling machine portfolio, the SIG Neo Slimline 15 Aseptic, at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024 in Dubai, held from November 5-7. The new filling machine is designed to address the food and beverage industry’s need for high-speed, flexible production and increased capacity. This machine can fill up to …

Gulfood Manufacturing set to mark a decade of pioneering innovation in Food & Beverage Packaging

  Gulfood Manufacturing (GFM) 2024 marks a milestone 10th edition, shaping the food and beverage manufacturing sector in the Middle East and Africa (MEA). Scheduled for November 5-7 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, the event will feature over 2,500 companies from 72 countries, showcasing cutting-edge technologies that are set to transform the F&B industry. …

Revolutionizing Chocolate: Tony’s Chocolonely harnesses the power of packaging

    In a world where packaging can be just as important as the product it encases, Tony’s Chocolonely has mastered the art of using its colorful wrappers to tell a much deeper story.   During a recent stroll through an airport duty-free shop, I was immediately drawn to the vibrant packaging of Tony’s Chocolonely …