Machinery & Equipment

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.

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.

The closures are designed to reduce leakage, withstand parcel shipping and improve the consumer unboxing experience as e-commerce continues to grow.

The initiative aligns with Liberia’s broader ARREST Agenda priorities, with agro-processing identified as critical to strengthening the supply chain and ensuring more Liberians benefit from value-added industries.

The corrugated cardboard construction ensures the packaging is fully recyclable at end-of-life, supporting circular economy objectives.

The project marks the Indian group’s first international expansion outside India, leveraging Hamriyah’s deep-water port and connectivity to global shipping routes.

The combination of digital, flexo and advanced finishing allows delivery across the spectrum, from high-volume FMCG labels to short-run premium jobs, with 100 percent accuracy backed by leading-edge packaging solutions.

The agreement covers both construction and operation, with Urbaser leading the construction phase and managing the facility for five years through a joint venture in which it holds a 60 percent stake, while Tadweer Group retains 40 percent.

The new press enables Interflex to enter previously inaccessible markets, including shrink sleeves and roll-to-roll operations, with some customers opting to receive printed roll formats without die-cutting.