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 …

ePac Flexible Packaging Marks Expansion with New Plant in Accra, Ghana

  ePac Flexible Packaging, a leader in custom flexible packaging, celebrated the opening of its new Grade A 2,200 square meter production plant on Spintex Road in Accra, Ghana. The grand opening event drew nearly 150 local dignitaries, government officials, customers, and media.   Since its establishment in 2021, ePac West Africa has catered to …

Savvinova Pack & Labels Industry looking to expand it’s opportunities in the FMCG industry

In a significant move, the Indian company Savvinova Pack & Labels Industry, has made a strategic investment in Dubai by acquiring their first Nilpeter press – an FB-350. This move marks a significant expansion for the company as it taps into the FMCG, Food and Beverage Industry in the region.   Savvinova has a history …

UPP rebrands as E7 Group, and ventures into the Packaging Printing and Converting Sector

  Abu Dhabi-based United Printing and Publishing (UPP), specializing in commercial, newspaper, and security printing, and recently entering the packaging print-converting sector, is undergoing a rebranding process and will now operate under the new identity of E7 Group.     E7, derived from ‘Emirates’ and ‘7’, symbolizes UAE unity and a forward-looking approach, reflecting the …

XSYS Introduces Nyloprint® WS PRO D Letterpress Plate for Various Printing Applications

  XSYS has unveiled the nyloprint® WS PRO Digital, a newly developed water-washable, steel-based letterpress plate suitable for the printing of plastic tubes, cups, metal cans, and aerosols. This plate is designed to optimize LED inline exposure and brush washout, offering exceptional print quality regardless of the processing equipment used.   Dr. Christian Pietsch, Product …

Koenig & Bauer Introduces XD Pro CI Flexo Press for Sustainable Packaging Solutions

  Koenig & Bauer has unveiled its XD Pro CI Flexo press, combining Italian market expertise in flexo printing with German engineering excellence to set new standards in performance reliability, process consistency, and efficiency. The XD Pro press has been designed to address just-in-time market demands for agile short-run production of sustainable flexible packaging.   …

Miraclon Teams Up with El Kassab to Boost Flexo Printing in Egypt

        Miraclon, a leading innovator in the printing industry, has just unveiled its exciting partnership with Elkassab Foreign Trade Co., a subsidiary of the El Kassab Group. In this collaboration, Elkassab will serve as Miraclon’s channel partner in Egypt, taking on a pivotal role in promoting and supporting KODAK FLEXCEL NX Solutions …

Sabic and partners introduce first in-mold labelling solution with certified renewable polymers

  SABIC, a global chemical industry leader, has teamed up with specialists in in-mold labelling (IML) to introduce a groundbreaking solution for food packaging containers. This innovation utilizes certified renewable polypropylene (PP) resins to create high-quality mono-PP thin-wall packaging, all while maintaining quality, processability, safety, and convenience.   The IML technology employed here accomplishes seamless …