BindEx to showcase smart Post-Press innovations

  China-based BindEx marks its long-awaited return to the prestigious drupa Exhibition after an eight-year hiatus, poised to showcase the latest innovations in smart post-press binding and packaging technology. Scheduled from May 28th to June 7th, 2024, at the Düsseldorf Exhibition Centre, the event promises to be a gathering of industry leaders and innovators from …

Age Graphics partners to showcase innovations in bag-making and carton packaging at drupa 2024

  Age Graphics Equipment is a leading Software, Equipment, and Consumables supplier for the printing and packaging industry providing Pre-Press, Packaging Post-Press, Consumables, QC Equipment, and Digital Printing Solutions to help our clients improve their profit margins.   With over 20 years of experience supplying the industry with software, equipment, consumables, and solutions across pre-press, …

Explore future innovations at SPPP, your regional hub for print, packaging, and plastics growth

  In this feature interview, Camil Jawhari, Exhibitions Portfolio Director, REC discusses the significance of SPPPP 2024 for the plastics, polymers, print, and packaging sectors, the impact of Vision 2030 on industry growth, exhibitor participation, the influence of sustainable alternatives in the SPPPP show, and advice for prospective visitors, exhibitors, and investors.   Packaging MEA: …

Omet and Printech ME collaborate on innovation and sustainability across Pack-Print-Converting

  In the wake of remarkable growth and achievements both globally and particularly in the MEA region, the spotlight shines brightly on OMET, a leading name in the realm of Packaging Printing Machines. With the inauguration of their expansive new headquarters spanning an impressive 20,000 square meters, OMET reaffirms its commitment to innovation and excellence. …

Koenig & Bauer CEO unveils key packaging innovations and strategies for emerging markets

  In an exclusive interview, Packaging MEA had the privilege of sitting down with Dr Pleßke at the recent special media conference in Messe Dusseldorf as he provided invaluable insights into the global packaging industry and offered strong perspectives specific to the Middle East & Africa (MEA) region. While our conversation covered various aspects including …

M-TEX appoints Juma Al Majid, UAE and Al Mulla, Kuwait to transform digital print for corrugated board packaging

  In a recent exclusive interview with Ben Daniel, Editor of Packaging MEA, Diego Liz, Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) of M-TEX NS, revealed the company’s strategic initiatives aimed at broadening its presence in the MEA region.   M-TEX NS, a prominent Portuguese manufacturer specializing in digital printing machines, has appointed new distributors for UAE and …

Key Saudi Arabian Packaging Printers invest in latest Heidelberg Offset presses for improved efficiency

  Heidelberg’s recent successes in the Middle East’s printing and packaging industry highlight a growing trend of companies upgrading to more efficient and productive printing solutions. From Dammam to Riyadh, key players are investing in Heidelberg presses, showcasing a strong commitment to innovation and excellence. Heidelberg’s recent successes in the Middle East’s printing and packaging …

BOBST unveils Connect platform to enhance production

  BOBST has introduced BOBST Connect, a cloud-based digital platform designed to optimize printing and packaging productivity by integrating machine data with company expertise. This platform aims to place users at the center of their production process, providing real-time insights and control.   “BOBST Connect is the glue that holds all the digital solutions together, …

SML unveils upgraded EcoCompact II stretch wrap film line

  SML has introduced the EcoCompact® II, a 2-meter stretch wrap film line with significant technical advancements and a modernized design. Maintaining the compact setup, superior components, and affordability of its predecessor, the EcoCompact® II aims to meet a variety of production needs.   The original EcoCompact® debuted at the K 2010 trade fair, offering …

Yamaha Motor adopts low-carbon recycled steel for motorcycle packaging frames

  Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. will begin using low-carbon, recycled steel sheets produced in electric furnaces for motorcycle packaging frames. This marks the first time in Japan that such steel sheets are used for this purpose, according to Yamaha Motor’s research as of July 2024.   These steel sheets, manufactured by Tokyo Steel Manufacturing Co., …