The Ministry of Environment & Climate Change has officially announced a comprehensive ban on the importation, trade, and usage of plastic bags across the nation, effective from June 30, 2024. This significant decision follows extensive consultations with various stakeholders, including the business community, environmental experts, and the general public, emphasizing the critical need to … The post Somalia implements nationwide ban on plastic bags to tackle pollution first appeared on Packaging MEA ..read more

    The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has revealed plans to establish a pioneering sustainability accreditation framework tailored specifically for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), as reported by Emirates News Agency. This initiative, known as EcoMark Global Accreditation, aims to enhance the competitiveness of MSMEs in the global green economy by simplifying and standardizing … The post UAE launches new ‘EcoMark’ green accreditation framework for MSMEs first appeared on Packaging MEA ..read more

      Milan, Italy – October 24, 2023   The future of IPACK-IMA, a renowned event in the processing and packaging market, is set to unfold in 2025 with a strategic focus on innovation and industry transformation. The show has been a cornerstone in understanding market dynamics, and it is now poised to redefine … The post IPACK-IMA 2025: Charting a New Course for Innovation and Industry Growth first appeared on Packaging MEA ..read more

      The Packaging Producer Responsibility Organisation (PAKPRO), in partnership with Tetra Pak East Africa, has officially launched a project aimed at recovering used beverage cartons in Kenya. This initiative is designed to bring added value to post-consumer liquid board packaging (LBP) and enhance economic opportunities for waste collectors and aggregators in the country. … The post PAKPRO and Tetra Pak East Africa Collaborate on LBP Recovery Project in Kenya first appeared on Packaging MEA ..read more

      JUBAIL, SAUDI ARABIA – In a significant breakthrough for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, Aramco, TotalEnergies, and SABIC have successfully converted plastic waste-derived oil into certified circular polymers. This pioneering endeavor marks the first-ever achievement of its kind in the region, offering new hope for tackling the plastic waste … The post Aramco, TotalEnergies, and SABIC Achieve Major Milestone in Plastic Waste Recycling first appeared on Packaging MEA ..read more

      London, October 3, 2023 – Gulf Union Foods Co, a prominent producer of juice and beverages, has teamed up with creative technology studio Appetite Creative to introduce a captivating and interactive connected packaging experience for its Original juice brand. The initiative aims to provide a refreshing start to the school year with … The post Gulf Union Foods Launches Interactive Connected Packaging for Back-to-School Boost first appeared on Packaging MEA ..read more

      Reproflex3 secured the esteemed Global Britain Award at the Grand Final of the North East Business Awards, which took place at the historic Hardwick Hall in Sedgefield on September 27th. The event, attended by over 300 guests, served as a platform to highlight the resilience and innovation of companies in the North … The post Reproflex3 Receives the Global Britain Award at North East Business Awards Grand Final first appeared on Packaging MEA ..read more

      In a grand showcase of its unwavering commitment to the packaging industry, BOBST, the leading global supplier of equipment and services to packaging manufacturers, welcomed distinguished delegates from KASAD (the Cardboard Packaging Manufacturers Association Turkey) at its Packaging Center in Mex, Switzerland. The event, which focused on end-to-end solutions, innovative equipment, and … The post BOBST Introduces Cutting-Edge Solutions in Special Event for Turkish Carton Board first appeared on Packaging MEA ..read more

        Nutridor, a prominent player in the food and beverage (F&B) industry and a subsidiary of the TGI Group, has introduced a cutting-edge dairy production facility in the United Arab Emirates, situated at Dubai Industrial City within the TECOM Group PJSC. The inauguration of this state-of-the-art factory, representing an investment of AED … The post Nutridor Expands ‘Abevia’ Dairy Brand with AED 75 Million Factory in Dubai first appeared on Packaging MEA ..read more

      Ghana is taking significant steps to combat plastic pollution by introducing legislation that will compel plastic packaging producers to manage the waste generated by their operations. The West African nation, estimated to produce approximately 840,000 tonnes of plastic waste annually, is striving to mitigate environmental pollution.   The Ministry of the Environment, … The post Ghana Set to Enforce Mandatory Extended Producer Responsibility for Plastic Packaging Waste first appeared on Packaging MEA ..read more