SIG’s Recycle-Ready Bag-in-Box Packaging earns APR recognition

  SIG has received formal recognition from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) for its SIG Terra RecShield D bag-in-box package. This package, designed for post-mix beverages such as syrup, has been acknowledged for meeting high recyclability standards outlined in the APR Design® Guide for Plastics Recyclability.   The APR Design® for Recyclability Recognition validates …

Almarai partners with SIG for five-year expansion focused on sustainability

  Almarai, a leading dairy and food company in the Middle East, has named SIG as its strategic partner for a five-year expansion aimed at strengthening market presence and advancing sustainable innovation. The partnership, marking two decades of collaboration, will see SIG providing flexible manufacturing solutions aligned with Almarai’s sustainability targets.   The alliance emphasizes …

Renie and Tetra Pak team up to drive carton recycling in MENA

  Renie has partnered with Tetra Pak to enhance carton recycling rates across the MENA region, with the aim of contributing to a more sustainable future. This collaboration, unveiled at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024, introduces Renie Bins that now accept Tetra Pak cartons, expanding the range of recyclable materials.   The partnership aligns with the UAE’s …

Tetra Pak honored as ‘Sustainable Company of the Decade’ at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024

  Tetra Pak has been named the “Sustainable Company of the Decade” at the Industry Excellence 2024 Awards held during Gulfood Manufacturing 2024. The accolade acknowledges the company’s long-standing commitment to sustainability and innovation within the food processing and packaging sector.   The recognition comes as Tetra Pak continues to drive environmental initiatives, including developing …

MilkyMist launches world’s first long-life probiotic buttermilk in aseptic carton packs

  In a groundbreaking partnership, South India’s dairy leader MilkyMist, SIG, and AnaBio Technologies have introduced the world’s first long-life probiotic buttermilk packaged in aseptic carton packs. Unveiled at the 2024 Gulfood Manufacturing event in Dubai, this innovative product addresses a longstanding challenge in the probiotic beverage industry: maintaining live probiotic cultures in shelf-stable, non-refrigerated …

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 …

Ranpak to showcase automated End-of-Line solutions at Logistica Next 2024

  Ranpak Holdings Corp. will present its automated end-of-line (EOL) packaging solutions at Logistica Next, taking place from November 5 to 7 at Jaarbeurs, Utrecht. The portfolio, displayed across two adjacent booths (07-C008 and 07-C020), will highlight modular solutions designed to optimize efficiency, cut costs, and enhance sustainability in packaging operations.   The exhibition will …

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 launches new subsidiary in Algeria to enhance customer support

  BOBST, a prominent supplier of substrate processing, printing, and converting equipment, has announced the establishment of its new subsidiary, Bobst Algiers, in Algeria. This move aims to improve customer support and service for the expanding North African packaging and labeling markets.   The inauguration event for Bobst Algiers will welcome customers and partners, providing …

SIG wins Green Packaging Star Award for aluminum-free packaging innovation

  SIG has received the Green Packaging Star Award for its aluminum-free packaging solution, SIG Terra MidiBloc, marking a milestone in sustainable packaging innovation. The award, presented annually by *Kompack* magazine and the Austrian Research Institute of Chemistry, highlights advancements in eco-friendly packaging.   The SIG Terra Alu-free material, the first of its kind for …