Nairobi, Kenya – April 10, 2025 – GLS Specialty Chemicals Pvt. Ltd., a leading Indian manufacturer of printing inks, coatings, and lamination adhesives, has announced its participation in Propak East Africa 2025, the region’s premier packaging and printing trade show. The event will take place from May 20–22, 2025 at the Sarit Expo Centre in Nairobi, Kenya, where GLS Specialty Chemicals is set to showcase its latest innovations in sustainable packaging
materials and technologies.
At Propak East Africa, GLS Specialty Chemicals will highlight its broad portfolio of high-performance products, including water-based and solvent-based printing inks, solvent-free laminating adhesives, and UV- curable coatings designed for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical packaging sectors. Visitors to the GLS booth can learn about the company’s new generation of toluene-free (NTNK) inks and low-VOC adhesive solutions, which eliminate hazardous solvents without compromising on quality. These products exemplify GLS’s commitment to sustainability and consumer safety, helping packaging manufacturers meet stringent global standards for food contact and environmental compliance. Live demonstrations and sample displays will illustrate how GLS’s inks deliver vibrant graphics and how its adhesive systems ensure secure, durable packaging seals – even for challenging applications like retort pouches and high-speed filling lines.
“We are thrilled to join Propak East Africa 2025 and connect with packaging professionals across the East African region,” said Angshuman Mukherjee, Chief Executive Officer of GLS Specialty Chemicals. “Our goal is to empower businesses here with cutting-edge solutions – from safe, compliant inks that make food packaging pop, to efficient adhesives that streamline production. We look forward to sharing our expertise and learning about local market needs to better serve this dynamic region.” Mukherjee noted that GLS Specialty Chemicals’ emphasis on innovation and compliance aligns well with the event’s theme of sustainable growth in Africa’s packaging industry.
As a relatively new entrant to the East African market, GLS Specialty Chemicals brings global experience backed by an extensive R&D program. The company operates advanced research laboratories and manufacturing facilities in India, enabling it to rapidly customize products for different markets. Its technical team will be on hand at Propak to discuss tailor-made solutions for packaging converters and brand owners – whether it’s improving ink adhesion on unique substrates or developing specialized coatings for climate-resistant packaging. By collaborating directly with customers, GLS aims to support African manufacturers in enhancing packaging quality, safety, and efficiency.
Propak East Africa 2025 attendees are invited to visit GLS Specialty Chemicals at Stand #U7 for consultations and product demonstrations. Company representatives will also distribute its latest product brochures and technical datasheets, and a short multimedia presentation will run at the booth, giving a behind-the-scenes look at GLS’s manufacturing excellence and quality assurance processes.
With a global footprint spanning 10+ countries, GLS’s expansion into East Africa underscores its dedication to serving emerging markets with world-class packaging solutions. The company’s participation in Propak East Africa marks an important step in forging new partnerships and contributing to the region’s packaging value chain.
About GLS Specialty Chemicals Pvt. Ltd.: GLS Specialty Chemicals, part of the GLS Industries Group, is a leading manufacturer of printing inks, coatings, and laminating adhesives for the packaging industry. Headquartered in Gurgaon, India, and founded in 2013, the company specializes in innovative and compliant solutions that adhere to global food safety and quality standards. GLS’s product portfolio spans water-based & solvent-based inks, polyurethane-based adhesives, primers, and specialty coatings – all developed in- house at its ISO-certified R&D and production facilities. With a presence across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America, GLS Specialty Chemicals supplies custom- formulated products to converters and brand owners worldwide. The company’s dedicated R&D team and regulatory experts ensure continuous improvement of products to meet evolving market needs, making GLS a trusted partner for safe, sustainable, and high-performance packaging materials.
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