Marina Inc. Printers Expands Capabilities with Cutting-edge Heidelberg CX 104 Speedmaster Press

  Riyadh based Marina Inc. Printers, a prominent packaging and commercial print house with 25-year history of success, announces a significant enhancement to its capabilities through the acquisition of the state-of-the-art Heidelberg Speedmaster Five-Color Offset Press with Coating System-Model CX 104-5+L.   Mr Hadi Bassil, Managing Director of Marina Inc. Printers, reflects on the company’s …

Koenig & Bauer meets 2023 forecast, anticipates stable business in 2024

  Koenig & Bauer AG, a prominent global technology provider for special printing applications with a focus on the packaging sector, has announced that it met its own forecast for 2023, according to preliminary unaudited figures.   Group earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) reached €29.9m, falling within the forecast range of €25m to €35m. …

ePac Flexible Packaging partners with Project Waterfall to support coffee communities

  ePac Flexible Packaging, a global provider of high-quality finished pouches and rollstock, has announced a partnership with Project Waterfall, a prominent charity in the coffee sector. The company pledges to donate 2% of its global coffee product sales in 2023 to support coffee-growing communities worldwide with clean water, sanitation, and education initiatives.   Paul …

Komori Europe and SIMPEX partner to elevate printing in Saudi Arabia

  Komori Europe and SIMPEX have announced a strategic partnership aimed at advancing printing technology within Saudi Arabia. The agreement, which extends beyond distribution to encompass comprehensive services and parts support, signifies a significant step forward in the printing landscape of the region.   Recognized as a prominent supplier of paper and board in Saudi …

Valmet begins EMEA negotiations for business and workforce

  Valmet has initiated change negotiations that will impact specific segments of its Services and Paper business lines, as well as its Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) area organization and corporate functions. The company aims to enhance the profitability and competitiveness of its operations in response to evolving market dynamics. The proposed measures primarily …

UFlex unveils range of Innovative products and secures recognition in Q3 FY24

  Noida, NCR – UFlex Limited, a prominent player in the flexible packaging industry, announced the introduction of several innovative products and achievements in the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, ending on December 31, 2023.   In the Packaging Films Business, UFlex introduced a series of novel products aimed at diverse sectors. With a …

X-Rite Pantone launches Brand Color Assessment Program

  X-Rite Pantone has unveiled a new Color Assessment Profile program aimed at assisting consumer brands in ensuring consistent color representation across various packaging materials. The collaboration between X-Rite Incorporated and Pantone LLC, renowned entities in color science and technology, aims to address the challenges brands face in maintaining color accuracy amidst diverse packaging types. …

Toblerone Innovates Packaging for Premium Chocolate Experience

  Mondelēz International (Nasdaq: MDLZ) has unveiled a transformative shift for its iconic Toblerone chocolate brand, introducing innovative formats and a refreshed brand signature, “Never Square.” The move is supported by substantial investments in premium product offerings, marketing, advertising, and expanded distribution in key markets.   Inspired by luxury brands, the global “Never Square” campaign …

Coveris unveils new recyclable MonoFlex Thermoform packaging

  Coveris, a leading packaging solutions provider, has unveiled a groundbreaking advancement in thermoforming film packaging—MonoFlex Thermoform. This recyclable solution offers a sustainable alternative to the non-recyclable materials typically used in the food packaging sector.   Developed from high-performance monomaterials, MonoFlex Thermoform marks a shift from non-recyclable, mixed-material thermoforming substrates, contributing to a substantial reduction …

Henkel Polybit’s Dammam Facility Achieves Regional Milestone in Circular Manufacturing

Henkel Polybit’s Dammam facility achieves a milestone with its inaugural fully circular manufacturing hub in the IMEA region, emphasizing the company’s dedication to sustainability and innovation.   The Dammam site has achieved full circularity for waste material, marking a notable achievement for Henkel in the IMEA region. The site team has introduced a cutting-edge solution …