Starbucks has unveiled a new line of cold drink cups aimed at reducing plastic waste. These cups, available in tall, grande, venti, and trenta sizes, are set to debut this month in stores across the U.S. and Canada. The company estimates that this move will prevent over 13.5 million pounds of plastic from ending …
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Suntory Beverage & Food Ltd. has chosen Asahi Kasei’s AWP™ water-washable flexographic plates for printing labels on their 550 ml PET bottles in Japan. This marks the first use of AWP™ plates in the Japanese beverage industry and is expected to reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 30% compared to the previous process. Asahi …
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Kenya plastic producers and users are addressing plastic pollution through the #LetsBeClear Innovation Challenge, led by the Kenya Plastics Pact (KPP) and WWF Kenya. The challenge aims to increase the recyclability of plastic packaging by transitioning colored plastic to clear PET and eliminating problematic additives from HDPE bottles and jars. This aligns with the …
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Valley Water, a company operating in the Wadi El Natrun area, has recently invested in a state-of-the-art PET bottling plant to enhance its production capacity for 0.6 L and 1.5 L PET bottles. Partnering with SMI, a leading provider of bottling and packaging solutions, Valley Water aims to meet the high demand for its …
The Coca-Cola Company has announced the launch of redesigned PET bottles that are lighter in weight for its sparkling beverage portfolio. This move is part of the company’s broader commitment to creating a circular economy for its packaging. The redesigned 12-, 16.9-, and 20-ounce bottles of Coca-Cola, Sprite, Fanta, Minute Maid Refreshments, and …
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Dubai Can, the citywide sustainability initiative, has successfully reduced the usage of nearly 18 million 500ml single-use plastic water bottles in just two years since its launch. The initiative, launched on 15 February 2022 by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, aims to reduce the utilisation …
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Keurig Dr Pepper has unveiled a new innovation agenda for its Keurig® single-serve brewing system, introducing a reimagined coffee system and a range of new products and technologies aimed at meeting the needs of today’s and tomorrow’s coffee consumers. The company’s vision includes K-Rounds™ plastic-free pods, a new form of single-serve coffee that eliminates …
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PepsiCo has announced the launch of a new product, bubly burst™, marking another entry into the sparkling water market. Following the success of bubly sparkling water introduced in 2018, the company aims to diversify its offerings with this latest addition. Described as a “refreshing, flavor-forward, lightly sweetened sparkling water beverage with bold fruit …
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Mai Dubai, a key player in the UAE’s beverage industry, is bringing the spirit of Ramadan to life with its ongoing market visits. The recent stop in Abu Dhabi, led by CEO Abraham Kah, MBA, and Regional Manager Prasanth Menon, emphasizes the company’s dedication to excellence and community engagement through stunning displays across the …
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Pepsi® debuted its new global redesign on March 1, 2024, unveiling the updated Pepsi globe logo across more than 120 markets, including a stunning display at Ain Dubai, the world’s tallest observation wheel. The new logo features a vibrant blend of electric blue and black, reflecting Pepsi’s commitment to modernity while retaining elements …
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