UAE-based packaging entrepreneur awarded prestigious Nigerian Chieftaincy title for Industry Contributions

  Kanday Venkateswarlu, a UAE-based entrepreneur and packaging technologist, has been honored with the title of Honorary Chief by the Anambra State Government in Nigeria. This prestigious award is given to foreign nationals for their significant contributions to Nigeria’s progress. Venkateswarlu, originally from Ongole, Andhra Pradesh in India, is only the third Indian to receive …

Artotec enters into IML printing with Lombardi Synchroline 530 press

  Artotec Private Limited, a Karachi-based company specializing in offset, flexo, and corrugation printing and packaging since 2008, has recently enhanced its operations with the installation of a Lombardi Synchroline 530 labeling press. Artotec has been a key player in the packaging industry, offering custom corrugated packaging and advanced post-printing techniques.   The new Synchroline …

Packaging MEA announces its 5th edition of Prime Awards 2025: Entries now open!

      Since its inception in 2019, the PRIME Awards have gained significant prominence, with the 2023 edition receiving over 350 submissions from the MEA region. The 2025 awards will be evaluated by a distinguished panel of judges from leading brands, FMCG companies, academia, and sustainability experts, all committed to identifying the most innovative …

Integrated Plastics pioneers innovative F&B solutions addressing food safety and sustainability challenges

  Integrated Plastics Packaging (IPP) has emerged as a key player in the flexible packaging industry, boasting over 25 years of experience in providing tailored solutions for global brands. Based in Dubai’s Jebel Ali Industrial Park, IPP manufactures customized packaging materials that cater to diverse sectors, including food, hygiene, personal care, pharmaceuticals, and construction.   …

Beautyworld Middle East 2024 will showcase leading innovations and sustainability in the beauty industry

  The 28th edition of Beautyworld Middle East, one of the most influential beauty trade shows globally, will take place from October 28–30, 2024, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This year’s event is expected to attract over 70,000 industry professionals and showcase around 1,900 exhibitors from more than 60 countries, offering a comprehensive look …

AFRA East Trading debuts luxury paper collection, showcasing innovation in Riyadh

  AFRA East Trading, in collaboration with SONA Commercial and MyCordenons, launched a new range of luxury specialty papers on October 9, 2024, at Voco Riyadh. The event, attended by industry experts, business leaders, and technologists, featured the introduction of four papers from the Italian manufacturer MyCordenons: myKingdom, myBoheme, myReef, and myRecyco.   Commenting on …

Hinojosa wins ‘Carton of the Year’ for Origen perfume packaging

  Hinojosa Packaging Galería Gráfica has received the ‘Carton of the Year’ award at the European Carton Excellence Awards 2024 for its packaging design for the Origen perfume collection by Laboratorios Flor Natural Parfums. The award ceremony, held in Berlin, recognised innovative and sustainable folding carton solutions across various sectors.   The winning design, produced …

BOBST expands global reach with new Packaging Competence Center in Italy

  BOBST has expanded its global footprint with the inauguration of a new Labels & Flexible Packaging Competence Center in Florence, Italy. This facility builds on the company’s existing efforts to advance packaging production through connectivity, digitalization, automation, and sustainability.   With 350 employees focused on narrow-to-mid web printing and converting, the new 1,200-square-meter center …

International Paper secures shareholder approval for DS Smith acquisition

  International Paper has announced that it has secured the required shareholder approval for its planned acquisition of DS Smith. Earlier last week, DS Smith shareholders also voted in favor of the deal, paving the way for the completion of the transaction.   The acquisition, expected to close by the end of the fourth quarter …

Domino enhances K600G printing solution for individual dose serialisation

  Domino Printing Sciences has introduced new enhancements to its K600G high-resolution advanced variable data printing solution, aimed at facilitating individual dose serialisation for pharmaceutical manufacturers. These updates focus on improving integration, usability, and maintenance.   Ian Chapman, Strategic Manager for Digital Coding at Domino, stated, “We want to make it as seamless as possible …