Pioneering sustainable recycling in the UAE and charting an eco-revolution across the MEA

    In an exclusive interview, Ben Daniel, Chief Editor of Packaging MEA Magazine, engages with Jérôme Viricel, General Manager of RECAPP by Veolia, to unpack the company’s pioneering role in sustainable recycling within the UAE and its broader ambitions across the MEA region.   This conversation explores RECAPP’s sustainable recycling initiatives, offering a glimpse …

drupa 2024: Messe Düsseldorf Executives outline Future of Packaging Printing Industry

  The packaging-print industry stands at the cusp of a transformative era, with drupa, the world’s leading trade fair for print and cross-media solutions, paving the way for innovation. In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Erhard Wienkamp, Managing Director of Messe Düsseldorf, and Sabine Geldermann, Director of drupa, to gain valuable insights into …

Explore future innovations at SPPP, your regional hub for print, packaging, and plastics growth

  In this feature interview, Camil Jawhari, Exhibitions Portfolio Director, REC discusses the significance of SPPPP 2024 for the plastics, polymers, print, and packaging sectors, the impact of Vision 2030 on industry growth, exhibitor participation, the influence of sustainable alternatives in the SPPPP show, and advice for prospective visitors, exhibitors, and investors.   Packaging MEA: …

Omet and Printech ME collaborate on innovation and sustainability across Pack-Print-Converting

  In the wake of remarkable growth and achievements both globally and particularly in the MEA region, the spotlight shines brightly on OMET, a leading name in the realm of Packaging Printing Machines. With the inauguration of their expansive new headquarters spanning an impressive 20,000 square meters, OMET reaffirms its commitment to innovation and excellence. …

Komori unveils cutting-edge innovations in Offset print quality, effeciency and sustainability

  Craig Bretherton, Komori’s Product Marketing Manager, talks with Ben Daniel about the revolutionary innovations at Komori, emphasizing the transformative impact of ‘Smart Colour’ and ECG printing. He outlines how these state-of-the-art technologies are reshaping industry standards.   Ben Daniel: Craig, can you quickly walk us through Komori’s latest technological innovations, particularly in the print …

Koenig & Bauer CEO unveils key packaging innovations and strategies for emerging markets

  In an exclusive interview, Packaging MEA had the privilege of sitting down with Dr Pleßke at the recent special media conference in Messe Dusseldorf as he provided invaluable insights into the global packaging industry and offered strong perspectives specific to the Middle East & Africa (MEA) region. While our conversation covered various aspects including …

Komori unveils next-gen printing at drupa 2024: Introduces premieres and sustainable solutions

  Komori is set to unveil its flagship GLX-740A: a 7-color 40” sheetfed offset printing press featuring a double coater. Satoshi Mochida, President and CEO of Komori Corporation, expressed excitement in revealing the advancement of the Lithrone GX/G advance EX, slated for its debut at drupa 2024.   Komori Corporation will showcase diverse printing solutions, …

Richa Pande – Redefining Leadership in the Packaging Industry

  In an exclusive interview conducted by Packaging MEA, Richa Pande, Head of Marketing for Industrial Print at HP, provides a captivating glimpse into her role and journey, shedding light on her strategies for success and her unique perspective on navigating the dynamic landscape of the packaging industry.   Usha: Richa, to begin with, can …

HP Indigo unveils R&D investments and market strategies for Labels and Packaging

  An exclusive interview with Packaging MEA, Eli Mahal, Head of Marketing for L&P at HP Indigo, discussed HP’s investment in R&D, aimed at addressing market needs and trends in labels and packaging. Mahal emphasized the critical role of his team in understanding market dynamics and designing products tailored to meet customer demands.   Usha: …