Logistics & Supply Chain
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UAE Food Cluster MoU, US$1.2M Gujarat plant anchor Andhra Pradesh’s food processing packaging hub
The packaging and cold-chain components of the cluster are expected to address a critical gap for exporters who have previously faced challenges with product shelf life and presentation in international markets.
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Ondo State partners with African Cleanup initiative on waste recycling, sanitation compliance
ACI plans to officially launch full-scale operations in September 2026 with environmental education campaigns in schools, advocacy visits, community cleanup exercises and recycling programmes across the state’s 18 local government areas.
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Gerresheimer doubles China pharmaceutical glass packaging capacity with new Zhenjiang plant
The plant manufactures glass vials and ampoules in multiple sizes and formats, in line with China’s Good Manufacturing Practices for pharmaceutical packaging.
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European Commission approves Saica’s acquisition of Thimm’s corrugated packaging plants across four countries
The acquired facilities include corrugated packaging plants in Alzey, Wolnzach, Eberswalde, Castrop-Rauxel and Northeim in Germany; Tychy and Skarbimierz in Poland; Všetaty in the Czech Republic; and Sibiu in Romania.
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Lombardi installs Invicta i1 800 flexo press at All Pack Yemen for flexible packaging production
The installation comes as manufacturers across the Middle East continue to navigate supply chain disruptions and geopolitical instability affecting the region.
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New FSSC 22000 V7 packaging rules link 40,000 certified firms to global food waste reduction
The design principles included in V7 were developed by the AIP and globalised by the WPO, and apply to all certified organisations involved in the design of primary packaging and packaging materials.
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APR’s new PCR certification across plastic packaging supply chain strengthens recycled content claims
The program expansion, which aligns with RecyClass’s Recycled Plastics Traceability Certification standard, allows businesses to validate recycled-content claims.
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Kwality, Waste2Wear bring blockchain-verified recycled packaging to SA
Every product includes a unique QR code and digital traceability record providing verified information on material origin, processing journey and environmental impact.
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Itochu, Daikin recycling partnership recovers 2,000T of aluminium scrap annually
Under the partnership, Itochu Metals will collect used Daikin commercial air conditioners, oversee dismantling and separation of components such as heat exchangers and motors, and coordinate with specialised scrap processors to recover high-purity aluminium, iron and copper.
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Canpac acquires Krishna Creation, adds KBA press, 10th India plant in Ahmedabad
The acquisition extends Canpac’s presence in the specialty, gift, and premium packaging segment, transitioning the company from a regional folding carton player to a diversified packaging platform serving Indian consumer brands.