SABIC’s TRUCIRCLE™ Enables Eco-Friendly Pasta Packaging by Garofalo

SABIC, a global chemical industry leader, has announced the successful launch of another project as part of its TRUCIRCLE™ program, which aims to promote a circular plastic economy. Italian pasta manufacturer Garofalo has introduced a new packaging solution made using SABIC’s certified circular polypropylene (PP). The sustainable material is derived from advanced recycling and transformed …

Skyne Sweeps 10th MEA Transform Awards with 11 Wins

Skyne, the international strategic branding and design firm, celebrated a resounding success at the 10th MEA Transform Awards 2023, held at the prestigious Raffles Dubai hotel. The event gathered esteemed industry leaders from the Middle East and Africa region to recognize the influential role of brand strategy and design in driving transformative outcomes. Outperforming expectations, …

BOBST’s oneBARRIER sustainable solutions declared recyclable

BOBST’s oneBARRIER sustainable solutions, PrimeCycle and FibreCycle, have officially been declared recyclable. The certification of recyclability for PrimeCycle was obtained from Institute cyclos-HTO GmbH, with a rating of 98%. Similarly, FibreCycle, which is a barrier paper solution with BOBST AluBond, received a recyclability assessment of 94.4% from the German paper research institute PTS.   Nick …

18th Saudi Printing Packaging and Plastics Exhibition: Explore Business Opportunities in MENA’s Industrial Sector

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is rapidly emerging as a strategic destination for businesses seeking to connect with industry leaders and tap into emerging markets. With a strong focus on diversification, technological innovation, and sustainability, the country is poised to become a hub for global business growth. According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Saudi …

Hotpack Global and Spinneys Pioneer Recycled Sustainable Shopping Bags in UAE

    Hotpack Global, a UAE-based leader in sustainable packaging products, has partnered with Spinneys, a prominent supermarket chain in the UAE, to pioneer sustainable retail packaging solutions. As part of this initiative, Hotpack Global has introduced 100% post-consumer recycled (PCR) shopping bags for Spinneys retail outlets across the UAE, making Spinneys the first retailer …

RECAPP by Veolia Launches Innovative Recycling Rewards in UAE

        Veolia’s digital recycling solution, RECAPP, has launched a new recycling deposit system and rewards scheme in the UAE. The initiative, implemented in partnership with the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD), aims to enhance the recycling reflex and promote the circular economy in the country. RECAPP’s new digital solution complements its …

Coveris Expands ReCover Initiative with Innovative Recycling Facility

    Coveris, a leading flexible packaging company has taken a major stride forward in its ReCover initiative with the inauguration of an innovative recycling facility, marking the second addition to its recycling business segment. ReCover, Coveris’ dedicated recycling segment, aims to create a closed-loop system and promote circularity in plastic. The newly opened ReCover …

Addressing Uganda’s Plastic Waste Surge: Coca-Cola Uganda’s General Manager Urges Action

    In a recent opinion piece, Melkamu Abebe, General Manager of Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU), highlighted the pressing issue of increasing imports and the use of packaging and plastics in Uganda. According to a report by the National Research Repository of Uganda (NRU), these figures have surged six-fold over the past three years, signaling …

Henkel Launches Injectable Thermally Conductive Adhesive for EV Batteries

  Application of Loctite TLB 9300 APSi between battery cells and the cooling system   Henkel, a global leader in automotive adhesives and thermal materials, has introduced Loctite TLB 9300 APSi, the world’s first injectable thermally conductive adhesive for electric vehicle (EV) battery systems. This groundbreaking adhesive offers structural bonding and efficient heat management capabilities …

SACMI’s Game-Changing Packaging Innovations Unveiled at ProPak Asia 2023

    SACMI, a global leader in the beverage and food packaging industry, is gearing up for ProPak Asia 2023, the largest packaging fair in Southeast Asia. The company will showcase innovative solutions aimed at reducing the weight of neck-cap systems and facilitating a successful transition to PVC-free aluminum caps. Addressing the industry’s pressing need …