Manufacturing & Retail

Minister Mchengerwa said the government is aligning tax and tariff rules for pharmaceutical raw materials and packaging with EAC and SADC standards, to create a more competitive manufacturing environment.

The company’s 300,000+ sq ft complex will feature integrated production lines, high-end camera inspection, and advanced analytical/testing laboratories.

Presented in Abuja at NASENI’s event, the hub plans to include digital design, simulation, laser fusion, powder recycling, finishing, and QA facilities.

The new compounding line will process Ryton® PPS, KetaSpire® PEEK, Amodel® PPA, and Ixef® PARA, the first asset in a modular hub designed for flexible production.

Divestment follows Nestlé’s water sale, shedding slow-growth units to protect margins, focus on coffee/pet care/food.

With India’s packaging inks market set to grow from ₹7,650cr (US$91.6M) in 2024 to ₹12,650cr (US$151.5M) by 2033 (6.01% CAGR), Siegwerk invests as flexible packaging fuels demand.

The LIBS system analyses up to 150 scrap pieces per second, detecting alloying elements like silicon, copper, iron, and magnesium.

The facility has six automated lines, tube winding, slitting, paper mounting, curling, and assembly, with automation covering over 80% of operations.

USA entry arrives as tariffs on imported moulded fibre drive converters and brands toward domestic alternatives.

After investing over US$1.1B (2021–2025), Metsä Board’s latest project advances its strategic focus on efficiency and quality.