Mai Dubai’s Ramadan 2024 market visits: Highlights from Abu Dhabi

  Mai Dubai, a key player in the UAE’s beverage industry, is bringing the spirit of Ramadan to life with its ongoing market visits. The recent stop in Abu Dhabi, led by CEO Abraham Kah, MBA, and Regional Manager Prasanth Menon, emphasizes the company’s dedication to excellence and community engagement through stunning displays across the …

Women leaders transform packaging at PRIME Summit

  Packaging MEA has been steadfastly committed to championing the inclusion of women in the regional packaging industry since 2016, notably through its dedicated section within the magazine titled “Women in Packaging.” In line with our mission to foster diversity and encourage young talent, the PRIME Summit 2023 hosted a pivotal Fire-Chat: Pack Talk Round …

SABIC champions Women’s Empowerment on International Women’s Day 2024

On International Women’s Day 2024, petrochemical giant SABIC celebrated with the theme ‘Inspire Inclusion’, reaffirming its commitment to fostering diversity, inclusion, and collaboration within its workforce. The company highlighted the significant contributions of numerous Saudi and global female leaders at various levels, inspired by th e transformative changes underway in Saudi Arabia as part of …

BOBST and Simpex Roadshow sparks innovation in Saudi Arabia’s Packaging sector

  Packaging professionals from Saudi Arabia recently gathered to explore innovations shaping the sector at a successful BOBST and Simpex roadshow. The event showcased the latest technologies and trends in flexible packaging, labels, corrugated board, and folding cartons, emphasizing their impact on production efficiency.   Simpex, a prominent Saudi company specializing in the trade of …

P&G launches Women Entrepreneurs Academy 2024 in UAE

  Procter & Gamble (P&G) has announced the launch of its third annual Women Entrepreneurs Academy on March 7th and 8th, reaffirming its commitment to equality and inclusion. The initiative aims to empower approximately 30 women in achieving their business aspirations by providing them with the necessary skills and resources to succeed in the competitive …

Marina Inc. Printers Expands Capabilities with Cutting-edge Heidelberg CX 104 Speedmaster Press

  Riyadh based Marina Inc. Printers, a prominent packaging and commercial print house with 25-year history of success, announces a significant enhancement to its capabilities through the acquisition of the state-of-the-art Heidelberg Speedmaster Five-Color Offset Press with Coating System-Model CX 104-5+L.   Mr Hadi Bassil, Managing Director of Marina Inc. Printers, reflects on the company’s …

Veolia and TotalEnergies partner for recycling initiative in Dubai

  Veolia, through its RECAPP service, and TotalEnergies Marketing Middle East (TEMME) have joined hands for a groundbreaking recycling initiative in Dubai, marking a significant move to enhance the country’s recycling capabilities.   The partnership aims to introduce an innovative recycling solution across TotalEnergies service centers in the UAE. Through the RECAPP service, Veolia will …

Dubai Municipality launches initiative to recycle 3 million plastic packaging units

  Dubai Municipality has embarked on a forward-thinking initiative aimed at collecting and recycling 3 million plastic packaging units, equivalent to 60 tons of PET plastic, in the emirate. PET plastic is commonly used in water bottles, soft drink containers, and food packaging due to its durability, transparency, and lightweight properties.   H.E. Dawoud Al …

Pepsi debuts new logo at Ain Dubai, first redesign in 14 years

  Pepsi® debuted its new global redesign on March 1, 2024, unveiling the updated Pepsi globe logo across more than 120 markets, including a stunning display at Ain Dubai, the world’s tallest observation wheel.   The new logo features a vibrant blend of electric blue and black, reflecting Pepsi’s commitment to modernity while retaining elements …

Tetra Pak showcases cutting-edge innovations at Gulf Food 2024

  Tetra Pak, a global leader in food processing and packaging solutions, demonstrated its commitment to innovation at the recently concluded Gulf Food exhibition. The event, held from February 19th to 23rd at the Dubai World Trade Center, served as a pivotal platform for addressing industry challenges and exploring new business prospects.   Amidst the …