As part of global efforts to help tackle coronavirus, Unilever’s Leeds factory at UK have, for the first time adapted one of their deodorant manufacturing lines to produce much-needed supplies of hand sanitiser for the NHS. With collaborative efforts of employees from across Unilever and the rapid response of Unilever’s suppliers with materials, packaging and …
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KitKat Arabic Coffee is coming this Ramadan, with the beloved confectionary brand launching a new edition with an Arabic twist to meet local consumer demand for a flavor inspired by “Gahwa,” as Arabic coffee is socially referred to in the region. “We understand the cultural value of coffee time in the region, and are always …
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To support businesses and organisations with their floor sticker requirements through the pandemic, OKI Europe is offering free floor sticker media and downloadable artwork communicating social distancing guidelines. This will enable organisations to minimise the time it takes to print essential floor stickers and put them in place, whether in hospitals, surgeries pharmacies, retail stores, …
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With demand for certain products at an all-time high, and timely supply potentially a matter of life and death, FINAT points out the role of appropriate labelling Labels and labelling technology are an essential feature for the medical supply chain – and never has this been more important than during the coronavirus pandemic. Labels provide …
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Tetra Pak Sustainability Director Rodney Reynders tells Packaging MEA’s Ben Daniel and Vikram Fotedar how the world leader aims to be entirely sustainable while maintaining impeccable food safety standards. In 2018, Tetra Pak started restructuring its packaging portfolio with a vision to create the ideal beverage carton. The aim is to deliver a package that …
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Regional expansion helped a leader in the plastics industry grow its brand even further, prompting enthusiasm for the future – and the rise of the machines A year on from the launch of Reifenhäuser’s MEA operation, and three months after K 2019 – the biggest trade fair on the world’s plastics and rubber calendar – …
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In an exclusive conversation with Packaging MEA editor Ben Daniel, Windmöller & Hölscher sales director Thomas Lengenberg talks about the company’s performance in 2019 and the way forward. Ben (B): How was 2019 for Windmöller & Hölscher in general, and in particular here in the MEA region? Thomas Lengenberg (TL): 2019 in general was a very …
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In line with Coveris’ global strategy to be an industry sustainable leader, the company’s plants across Europe and Middle East are working continuously to reduce their environmental footprint. The latest example comes from Egypt where the plant is switching its electricity supply from diesel to hydropower eliminating CO2 emissions by more than 90% in 2020. …
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Whether its ensuring packaging food safety or achieving minimal waste/maximum recycling, or keeping staff loyal and happy, First Print Technical Manager Reda El Assai tells Packaging MEA why the company stands out from the pack. Since its inception in 2009, First Print has played an important part in enriching the packaging market in Egypt and …
Waseem Jeenah, Senior R&D Cluster Design Manager Skin Care Unilever NAMET tells Packaging MEA, and any companies that still have doubts about sustainability, why the approach is both laudable and lucrative. Unilever MENA boasts one of the largest F&B as well as personal care manufacturing facilities in the region, producing hair and skincare products. Packaging …
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