Al Shareef Pack expands operations with major investment in cutting-edge machinery

  Amidst Riyadh’s bustling industrial landscape, Al Shareef Pack has solidified its reputation as a trusted leader in Packaging, Printing, and Converting. Founded in 1992 as a commercial press, the company has flourished under the visionary leadership of Mr. Abdullah Al-Shareef, accumulating over three decades of industry expertise.   A Legacy of Growth and Innovation …

CPA celebrates inaugural year: Pioneering sustainable packaging in the Middle East

  Founded on the groundwork laid by the Circle Coalition, CPA emerged in early 2023 with a mission to revolutionize the packaging value chain. Reflecting on their inaugural year, Sarma expressed pride in CPA’s theme for this year’s annual report, “Together Towards Tomorrow,” emphasizing its role in uniting diverse voices for sustainable packaging practices.   …

Dubai Duty Free launches upcycling initiative for perfume tester bottles

  Dubai Duty Free, in collaboration with RECAPP by Veolia, has introduced a new initiative to recycle empty perfume tester bottles across its outlets at Dubai International Airport. This initiative, part of RECAPP’s glass recycling program, aims to repurpose the glass from these bottles and contribute to the UAE’s circular economy.   As part of …

Tadweer Group to establish Abu Dhabi’s first dedicated material recovery facility

  Tadweer Group announced plans to develop Abu Dhabi’s first greenfield Material Recovery Facility (MRF), marking a significant step in the Emirate’s waste management efforts. The facility, with an initial processing capacity of 1.3 million metric tonnes of waste per year, aimed to recover valuable recyclable materials such as metals and plastics from municipal solid …

Skanem Africa opens new label factory in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

  Skanem Africa has launched a new labeling factory in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, aiming to enhance service delivery and expand market reach within the East African region. The facility began operations in late July 2024, positioning Skanem closer to its customers and new markets.   The new Tanzanian site complements existing operations in Kenya, …

Alesayi expands portfolio with advanced BIB packaging system from SIG

  Alesayi Beverage Corporation, a prominent beverage manufacturer in Saudi Arabia since 1959 with a significant 60% market share in the energy drinks sector, is partnering with SIG to broaden its product and packaging range. The collaboration will see Alesayi incorporating the advanced SIG SureFill 42 Aseptic BIB filling system to launch new products in …

Olympic athletes call for reusable packaging amidst sustainability debate

  Around 100 Olympic athletes have signed an open letter urging major sports sponsors in the beverage industry to replace single-use plastics with reusable packaging. They argue that single-use plastics contribute to environmental pollution and pose health risks. However, experts highlight that the solution is not as straightforward as it seems.   Chris DeArmitt, President …

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., …