Printech Middle East LLC has entered into a partnership with Shubham Extrusions to introduce advanced blown film extrusion technology to the Middle East. This collaboration aims to address the region’s growing industrial needs by offering precision-engineered equipment, including 3-layer and 5-layer extrusion lines and Automatic IBC solutions. The partnership combines Printech’s knowledge of …
EAD reports 364 million plastic bags saved since 2022 ban
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has announced that 364 million single-use plastic bags have been eliminated since the introduction of a ban on 1st June 2022 under the emirate’s Single-Use Plastic Policy. This reduction is equivalent to 2,400 tonnes of plastic and 547,000 tonnes of greenhouse gases, comparable to the emissions from …
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Dubai to host ArabPlast 2025, showcasing innovations in plastics, packaging, and recycling
The 17th edition of the ArabPlast international trade fair will take place from January 7 to 9, 2025, at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. The event, under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hasher Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Media Incorporated, will bring together over 750 exhibitors from 35 countries, with national pavilions …
ALPLA named Austria’s most innovative company
Austrian packaging manufacturer ALPLA has been recognized as the country’s most innovative company by Trend magazine and Statista, acknowledging its advancements in sustainable packaging solutions and groundbreaking technologies. Known for its pioneering efforts, ALPLA has developed innovations such as paper bottles, lightweight designs, mono-material pumps, PET wine bottles, and bio-based plastics. Several of …
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ENOC Group launches redesigned packaging for lubricants at Automechanika Dubai 2024
ENOC Group, a prominent global energy company, has introduced redesigned packaging for its lubricants products, unveiling the initiative during Automechanika Dubai 2024. Held at the Dubai World Trade Center from December 10 to 12, the exhibition is the Middle East’s largest automotive sector event, where ENOC participated as a platinum sponsor. The updated …
BUA Group expands into packaging with Starlinger partnership
BUA Group, one of Africa’s prominent industrial conglomerates, has announced its entry into packaging materials manufacturing through a partnership with Austria-based Starlinger & Co. Limited, a global supplier of packaging machinery. The collaboration will establish a state-of-the-art facility with the capacity to produce 600 million polypropylene (PP) block-bottom bags annually. This move is …
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Coca-Cola Beverages Africa expands production capacity in Namibia
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) has invested in a new bottling line in Namibia, aimed at increasing the plant’s production capacity by 30%. The new line is capable of producing 27,000 bottles per hour, supporting the company’s growth and efficiency. The investment also includes a new water treatment plant featuring advanced water recovery technology …
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Constantia Flexibles receives RecyClass Technology Approval for PERPETUA mono-PP laminate
Constantia Flexibles has announced that its mono-polypropylene (PP) laminate, PERPETUA, has received Technology Approval from RecyClass. The approval highlights the company’s efforts in advancing sustainable packaging within the pharmaceutical sector. PERPETUA, a laminate made of BOPP/metBOPP/CPP, was tested under the guidance of Plastics Recyclers Europe (PRE). The laminate underwent comprehensive evaluations to confirm …
Unilever increases investment in packaging R&D to reduce virgin plastic usage
Unilever has significantly increased its investment in packaging research and development (R&D) to accelerate its efforts in reducing virgin plastic use. The company has more than doubled its investment in materials science and technology in recent years, focusing on sustainable solutions to achieve its plastic reduction goals. The Global Packaging R&D Centre, which …
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Coca-Cola targets 2035 with bold sustainable packaging goals
The Coca-Cola Company has announced updated environmental goals, with a strong focus on sustainable packaging. The company aims to significantly reduce packaging waste and increase the use of recycled materials by 2035. A key target is to integrate 35%-40% recycled materials into its primary packaging—plastic, glass, and aluminum—while increasing the use of recycled …
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