Accra, Ghana: The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, has partnered with Ghana-based Mohinani Group to advance plastic recycling in West Africa. As part of the initiative, IFC will provide a $37 million loan to Mohinani subsidiaries Polytank Ghana and Sonnex Packaging Nigeria to establish polyethylene terephthalate (PET) recycling facilities …
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Dubai, UAE: IFFCO Group, a UAE-based multinational FMCG company, marked three decades at Gulfood 2025 with a showcase featuring a range of products, including carbon-neutral oils and alternative proteins, as part of its focus on sustainable packaging and food innovation. In addition to its presence on the exhibition floor, IFFCO Group executives participated in …
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BEEAH, a sustainability leader based in the UAE, recently met with Ugandan President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni to discuss potential collaborations on sustainable waste management solutions for Uganda. The meeting, held during the World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi, aimed to explore ways to adapt BEEAH’s successful waste management models, used in the UAE, …
The coffee industry is undergoing a significant shift, with sustainability, responsible sourcing, and fair trade taking center stage. These issues are now central to the future of the sector, discussed extensively at this year’s World of Coffee event in Dubai, UAE. Shouq Bin Redha, Exhibition Director of World of Coffee Dubai, emphasized the …
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Mondi and Proquimia have launched a new paper-based stand-up pouch for dishwashing tabs in Spain and Portugal, marking a step toward more sustainable packaging solutions. This collaboration aims to replace traditional plastic pouches with a more environmentally friendly alternative. The new stand-up pouches, which contain 20 water-soluble dishwashing tabs, are made using Mondi’s …
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ProAmpac exhibited its latest recyclable and high-performance packaging solutions at Packaging Innovations 2025, which took place on February 12–13 at the NEC Birmingham. At Booth L80, the company highlighted advancements in fibre-based packaging, recyclable films, and food-to-go solutions. Kristy Paulin, Executive Vice President of Global Marketing at ProAmpac, stated, “At ProAmpac, we are …
Nestlé Purina PetCare is expanding its pyramid-shaped wet cat food in Europe and the United States as part of its strategy to focus on fewer but more impactful innovations. In Europe, the new variant—featuring transparent jelly with finely diced tender cuts in salmon, chicken, or white fish—will launch under the Purina Gourmet Revelations …
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Unilever is conducting global refill pilot projects aimed at reducing virgin plastic use and addressing plastic sachet waste. The company has launched over 50 refill and reuse initiatives since 2018, gathering insights to scale sustainable packaging models. Refill Pilots in Key Markets In Indonesia, Unilever piloted refill machines in Jakarta, offering home and …
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BOBST, in collaboration with key industry partners, held a two-day roadshow in Istanbul and Gaziantep in February 2024, highlighting the latest innovations in flexible packaging and labels. The event attracted packaging professionals from across Turkey to explore sustainable solutions and digital technologies. “The strong attendance at both locations reflects the Turkish packaging industry’s …
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Gulfood, the world’s largest annual food and beverage trade event, is set to return to Dubai in 2025, reaffirming its role as a crucial platform for industry professionals to connect, collaborate, and drive innovation. Running from February 17 to 21 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, this year’s event will span over 1 million …
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