Heidelberg unveils Push-to-Stop, which it says will solve the widespread problem of skills shortages and inefficient processes As Heidelberg Middle East reports a more-than 10% year-on-year growth, it is understandably enthused about its prospects, and in particular with the introduction of its new Push-to-Stop technology. Packaging MEA caught up with three key Heidelberg figures at the …
Jeddah Graphic Centre: Started from the bottom, now we’re here
From humble beginnings, Jeddah Graphic Center has grown into one of Saudi Arabia’s major print and packaging providers – and is now aiming for the very top Starting out back in 1975, operating from a 3,000 sq m facility in Jeddah’s Old Makkah Road with just 30 employees, Jeddah Graphic Center (JGC) has grown steadily …
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Circular Economy: ‘Recyclability is not just a concept, it’s a necessity’
PET still rules the drinking water world, but in an increasingly environmentally aware world, Tetra Pak makes the case for cartons. Tetra Pak, a Switzerland- headquartered multinational food packaging and processing company, is pushing hard for more sustainable alternatives to plastic, especially in this region. As part of this ambition, it has launched a carton-based container for …
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Sustainability and wellbeing: The new measures of business success
Danone is concerned not only with the good health of its business but also its customers and to change intent into reality to accomplish a circular economy. Danone has become a world leader in four businesses: Essential dairy and plant-based products, early life nutrition, medical nutrition, and water. Building on a unique health-focused portfolio has …
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Pretzels go back to the Future
Egyptian snack leader achieves efficiency to innovate a tasty and guilt-free snack experience, making full use of tna’s extensive expertise. Egyptian snack manufacturer Future Foods has launched a new pretzel range after collaborating with tna, a leading solutions provider in the food processing and packaging industry. This partner- ship enabled Future Foods to install a …
With quality and innovation, Raqam International shows why size isn’t everything
Khalid Aziz Shah, MD of Raqam International tells Packaging MEA Editor Ben Daniel how the company competes with bigger competitors, and why difficulties in Saudi business affected them less than others Benjamin Daniel (BD): Can you give us a brief profile about Raqam International? Also, please briefly share your background and what made you start …
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Location, experience and a mix of tradition and innovation combines to make this print team truly amazing Grace
While the devaluation of the Egyptian pound has given this Cairo-based business a regional advantage, it offers a lot more to the packaging customer than just competitive pricing, as MD Youssef R Makkar tells Packaging MEA Packaging MEA (PMEA): Tell us a bit about your company. When did you start, and how did you come …
El Farasha is already Egypt’s biggest flexible packaging firm, but it has exciting plans to offer more
R&D & technical support manager Ahmed Anwar tells Packaging MEA why his company stands out from the competitors and how continued investment is leading them to new services. Packaging MEA (PMEA): You have an ITQ system from AST for 100% inspection, a solvent recovery system and two factories for flexible packaging print where you have …
Cairo-based Elsewedy aims to unfold its potential in the packaging sector
Medhat Elsewedy Print House, a Cairo-based company with 30 years’ experience serving some major international brands, is expanding its operations and placing a greater emphasis on the packaging sector of print. Accordingly, the company has invested in a raft of new technology to help it achieve its goals and to offer its customers greater value …
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Towards more sustainable PET in the MEA
At this year’s Gulfood Manufacturing, Sidel presented their innovations that help liquid packaging manufacturers, co-packers and brand owners achieve longterm superior performance throughout the entire lifecycle of their packaging lines. In focus were the Sidel Super Combi, Sidel Aseptic Combi Predis™ for sensitive beverages, including liquid dairy products and the latest additions to the filling …