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Avery Dennison Launches First RFID Label Approved for PET Recycling Compatibility

    Avery Dennison has introduced the first radio-frequency identification (RFID) label to receive APR Design® for Recyclability recognition from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR), confirming its compatibility with the polyethylene terephthalate (PET) recycling stream in North America.     The development integrates Avery Dennison’s CleanFlake™ adhesive with its proprietary RFID technology. The result …

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Dow Launches INNATE™ TF 220 Resin, Advances PCR Use in Packaging Collaboration with Liby

    Dow has announced the launch of its INNATE™ TF 220 Precision Packaging Resin, a high-density polyethylene innovation designed to support recyclable mono-material packaging and enable high-performance biaxially oriented polyethylene (BOPE) films.     The company also confirmed a new collaborative effort with Liby, a prominent Chinese laundry detergent brand, integrating 10% REVOLOOP™ post-consumer …

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UFlex Launches FSSAI-Approved rPET Pellet for Food Packaging

    UFlex, a major flexible packaging manufacturer, has introduced a new single-pellet resin that blends recycled PET with virgin PET for direct use in food and beverage packaging. The innovation meets India’s new food safety and sustainability regulations and could significantly ease the transition to recycled content for FMCG brands across the MEA region. …

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Carrefour, Coca-Cola, and Sparklo Partner to Boost Bottle Recycling Across UAE Stores

    In a joint effort to strengthen plastic collection and recycling infrastructure in the UAE, Majid Al Futtaim has partnered with Coca-Cola Middle East and local cleantech company Sparklo to expand Carrefour’s Reverse Vending Machine (RVM) programme.     The initiative, active since July 2023, installs smart recycling machines—developed by Sparklo—across major Carrefour locations. …

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Siegwerk Joins MEA Tobacco Packaging Alliance to Share Expertise and Collaborate

      Siegwerk has officially joined topac, a new alliance formed to bring together companies across the tobacco packaging value chain, including printers, converters, material suppliers, and technology providers. The goal: to improve collaboration, share technical insights, and respond to industry-specific challenges, especially in key markets such as the Middle East and Africa (MEA). …

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Almarai to Acquire Pure Beverages Industry Company for SAR 1.04 Billion

Almarai Company has announced the signing of a share purchase agreement to acquire 100% of the shares in Pure Beverages Industry Company, in a transaction valued at SAR 1.040 billion. Pure Beverages Industry Company is recognized as a key player in Saudi Arabia’s bottled water market, operating under the brands “Ival” and “Oska.” The company …

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Hotpack Releases 2024 Carbon Footprint Report, Outlines Emission Reduction Targets

Hotpack has published its Corporate Carbon Footprint Report for 2024 ,disclosing emissions data and outlining reduction strategies across its operations in the MENA region. The company reported total emissions of 53,320 tons of CO₂ equivalent for the year, broken down as 16,963 tons from direct emissions (Scope 1), 30,579 tons from electricity use (Scope 2), …

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Coca-Cola HBC Sees Strong Q1 Boost from Emerging Markets and Energy Drinks

Coca-Cola HBC AG, a key bottling partner of The Coca-Cola Company, reported a strong start to 2025, with organic revenue up 10.6% in the first quarter. The growth was driven by price increases, a 1.8% rise in volumes, and strong momentum in emerging markets and the energy drinks category. Emerging markets saw the most notable …

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Edita Frozen Food Industries Launches Frozen Bakery Line for Food Service Sector

    Edita Frozen Food Industries has announced the launch of a new line of frozen acroissants, viennoiseries, and breads tailored for the food service sector. The products were showcased at the CAFEX 2025 exhibition, which featured over 120 exhibitors from the café and restaurant industry.   The new line meets the high standards of …

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Every Can Counts Global Meeting Highlights Aluminium Recycling Strategies

    The United Arab Emirates has hosted the Every Can Counts Global Managers Meeting in Dubai, a gathering of sustainability leaders and communications experts from over 21 countries. The event aimed to highlight aluminium drink can recycling strategies and share best practices to drive global recycling rates.   The four-day meeting featured workshops, strategic …

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