Trillion-dollar business heading mainstream

IN 2013, sales of Halal products hit $1.1 trillion, demonstrating the development of this sector into a major worldwide market. By 2018, global sales are likely to reach $1.6 trillion, according to the Dubai Chamber of Commerce. As with the Middle East, Africa is experiencing a boom in Halal food consumption, thanks to a growing Muslim population. The region's sales in 2014 were estimated to reach $160 billion.

Creative, eco-friendly and unique packaging

The 8th LUXE PACK SHANGHAI promises a visual treat for those looking to source new and one-of- a-kind packaging. Designs are expected to meet criteria for recyclability and other eco-friendly features, as buyers put a premium on sustainability.

Compelling concepts

EUROMONITOR has interesting insight on consumer behaviour among the emerging middle class in the Middle East and Africa, where the population consists primarily of younger people.

How does your food safety program compare on a global scale?

You can benchmark your program by participating in the multi-group conducted Global Food Safety Training Survey 2015

CAM Nesting Software for Modern Manufacturing

Over the years, manufacturing processes have progressed steadily with the advent of technology. From an initial reliance on physical labour, manufacturers today are increasingly turning to more sophisticated means in their pursuit for efficiency and better results.

Luxury brands pave the way

ICE CREAMS and gelatos have a long way to go in the Middle East. Dairy brands know it, and customers are delighted with the availability of new options.

IML gains popularity

IN-MOULD labelling (IML) remains popular for labelling products, given that the process offers wider decorating options.

Ishida weigher enables fixed-weight packing

WEIGHING fish is not as easy as it seems, and one to know it is Deutsche See Fischmanufaktur.

Packaging for bulk solids

TOPAS SL is the most recent model in Windmöller & Hölscher’s equipment for bagging free flowing bulk solids and represents the fourth generation form-fill-seal system in the TOPAS range. With capability to pack more than 2,600 sacks per hour, it is currently the fastest line of its kind available, according to the company.

High-speed liquid pouch filler

IF SPEED is important in packaging your liquid or paste products, the ZERO 1 machine from Sanko Machinery is one of the options available on the market.

A mad passion for fruit

HavaMad harnesses the country’s agro-processing sector in keeping with the Fair Trade system, writes GILL HYSLOP

Total solution in shrink packaging

Allen Plastic’s experience in shrink packaging enables the development of efficient and economic materials and equipment