All4Labels Pioneers Sustainable Packaging Solutions at COP28

  All4Labels, a leading Global Packaging Group celebrated for its innovative strides, recently emphasized its dedication to sustainability at COP28, the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference in Dubai. The company’s active engagement in this global event reinforces its firm commitment to environmental responsibility, pioneering product innovation, and transparent supply chains.     At the …

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 …

PIF completes acquisition of 23.08% stake in MEPCO

  PIF has acquired a 23.08% stake in MEPCO by way of a capital increase and subscription to new shares   Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) has announced the completion of a deal to invest in the Middle East Paper Company (MEPCO), a leading manufacturer specialised in producing and recycling paper-based products in the …

SIG Foundation Receives SAVE FOOD Award for Innovative “Cartons for Good” Initiative

SIG Foundation was honored with the SAVE FOOD Award for its initiative, “Cartons for Good,” a project leveraging SIG’s filling technology expertise to aid communities in processing and preserving local food. The international recognition was presented on December 13, 2023, during the pacprocess MEA, the premier trade fair for Processing and Packaging in the Middle …

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 …

JOZO and SFA Pioneer NextCycle IML Labels for Sustainable Packaging

  In a collaborative effort led by SFA Packaging and JOZO, the introduction of NextCycle IMLTM labels marks a significant stride towards achieving fully recyclable and circular packaging. The packaging evolution, assessed by RecyClass, now holds a B-score, aligning with evolving industry guidelines.   JOZO’s saltshaker tubes underwent a remarkable transformation from a multicomponent structure, …

Grand Opening Ceremony Marks Inauguration of Gulf Closures, an Aptar Company

In a significant event, Aptar, a global leader in dosing, dispensing, and protection technologies, celebrated the inauguration of Gulf Closures, an Aptar Company, in collaboration with Gulf Closures, a closure manufacturer for beverage products in Bahrain. The grand opening ceremony, held on December 7th, 2023, was graced by the presence of HE Mr. Abdullah bin …

Pepsico introduces locally produced 100% recycled plastic bottles* for Pepsi Brands, a first in the UAE

  PepsiCo HAS introduced 100% recycled plastic bottles for Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, and Pepsi Zero in the UAE. A first in the country, PepsiCo is paving the way for the integration of fully recycled*, locally produced packaging in the Carbonated Soft Drinks (CSDs) category inline with COP28 taking place in the UAE this month. The …

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 …