DS Smith has achieved a milestone by winning Procter & Gamble (P&G) Excellence Awards in both the Baby Care and Home Care packaging solutions categories. This year, DS Smith stood out as the first supplier to secure wins in two categories simultaneously, among only ten finalists globally. The P&G Excellence Awards, held biennially, …
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Rockwell Automation has unveiled the iTRAK 5750 Intelligent Track System, aiming to enhance machine productivity through faster, smarter, and more flexible motion capabilities. This latest addition to the iTRAK portfolio is specifically designed to handle higher payload applications, offering a significant upgrade over traditional conveyor systems. The system innovatively replaces mechanical components and …
Sidel has introduced the StarLITE®-R Nitro, a new bottle base designed for nitrogen-dosed still beverages and edible oils, made entirely from recycled PET (rPET). The StarLITE®-R Nitro features a distinctive ‘wave’ design, differing from traditional petaloid shapes, and has been tested under industrial conditions to ensure high bottle resilience and quality. Laurent Naveau, …
Romina Khurshid Alam, Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Climate Change, commended Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif for implementing a comprehensive ban on plastic bags across the province. According to the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, this move, effective June 5, aligns with global efforts on World Environment Day to combat …
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Berry Global Group, Inc., a prominent player in sustainable packaging, has introduced the Domino bottle—a customizable rectangular design crafted from up to 100% post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic. Targeting the beauty, home, and personal care sectors, this 250ml bottle features a 75-millimeter-wide front face, alongside customizable side panels that allow branding on all four sides. …
Beta Glass PLC, a member of the Frigoglass Group and a prominent manufacturer of glass packaging in West and Central Africa, has partnered with Wecyclers, a Lagos-based waste management company, to introduce a fleet of cullet trucks aimed at enhancing recycling efforts and promoting sustainability across Nigeria. The launch event, held on May …
Apex International (Apex) has announced an enhancement to its global embossing services with the acquisition of the Schepers Digilas5000 laser engraving technology. The company revealed at drupa 2024 that the new technology is operational at its expanded Hapert facility in the Netherlands. “The business for embossing is growing exponentially,” said Ruud Van Cuijk, …
Platinum Packaging, a Kenyan flexible packaging specialist, has implemented two BOBST MASTER M6 inline flexo presses with oneECG technology to optimize its production floor. This strategic investment aims to enhance operational efficiency and address key pain points such as long setup times and high levels of waste. Nairobi-based Platinum Packaging Ltd, established in …
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The Government of Sharjah’s Department of Agriculture and Livestock (DAL), through its commercial arm Ektifa, is set to enhance sustainability practices at its Meliha Dairy Factory. The first-of-its-kind organic dairy farm in the UAE will adopt Tetra Pak’s advanced processing and filling solutions. A high-profile delegation led by H.E. Dr. Eng. Khalifa Musabah …
Silal, a company specializing in food products and agricultural technology in Abu Dhabi, has inaugurated a large advanced warehouse in the Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD). Covering over 41,000 square meters, the facility features more than 36,800 storage pallets and advanced refrigerated rooms. This warehouse marks a significant step in Silal’s efforts …
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