Swiss Companies Emmi and Coop Introduce Sustainable PET Packaging for Dairy Products

  Swiss milk processor Emmi and retailer Coop have introduced a sustainable packaging solution for milk and cream products, utilizing eco-friendly PET bottles. These bottles now stand as Switzerland’s exclusive plastic food packaging eligible for recycling and closed-loop processing.   Andrea Kramer, Head of Marketing and Purchasing at Coop, emphasized their commitment to recyclable packaging, …

Capri-Sun’s Robust Paper Straws Herald Sustainable Beverage Packaging Revolution

  Capri-Sun, a frontrunner in the beverage industry, is gearing up to launch an enhanced paper straw, endorsed by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), throughout its product range in early 2024.   This eco-friendly move is in line with the company’s steadfast commitment to achieving fully recyclable packaging, accentuating its sustainability objectives.   Crafted by …

Nescafé Launches Major Rebrand and Sustainability Focus Amid Changing Coffee Trends

  Nescafé, a leading coffee brand with an 85-year history, has unveiled a major rebranding initiative to modernize its image in response to the evolving coffee landscape. The refresh encompasses iconic pack designs across its product range, such as Nescafé Original, Nescafé Gold Blend, Nescafé Azera, and Nescafé Frothy Coffee, with the aim of standing …

Nestlé Launches First KitKat Using Cocoa from Income Accelerator Program

  Nestlé has introduced the inaugural KitKat made with cocoa mass sourced from the Income Accelerator program, marking a significant step in connecting consumers with farmers engaged in Nestlé’s sustainability initiative. The aim is to highlight the sustainability of the cocoa used in KitKat bars.   Launched in January 2022, the Income Accelerator program seeks …

Coca-Cola Trials Label-Less Packaging for Sprite On-the-Go Bottles in the UK

  In its inaugural trial in the UK, Coca-Cola is set to temporarily eliminate labels from Sprite and Sprite Zero on-the-go bottles starting this January. The trial aims to test the feasibility of “label-less” packaging, with labels being replaced by an embossed logo on the front of the single 500ml bottles. Laser-engraved product and nutritional …

Tata Soulfull Expands Presence to UAE and Kuwait with Millet-Based Snacks and Cereals

  Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Tata Soulfull, a brand specializing in snacks and breakfast cereals, has officially launched its products in the GCC region. A venture by Tata Consumer Products Limited, the company consolidates the key food and beverage interests of the Tata Group.   Tata Soulfull’s acclaimed range of millet-based snacks and cereals …

Nestlé Advances Towards Waste-Free Future

  Nestlé continues its strides towards a waste-free future with significant progress in reducing packaging waste and enhancing waste management efforts. Over the past five years, since pledging commitment to the Global Commitment on plastic waste, Nestlé, along with other leading signatories, has surpassed market expectations in reducing virgin plastic usage and increasing recyclability, states …

Mamuda Beverages expands production, boosts efficiency

  Mamuda Beverages, a multi-industry company in Nigeria, has successfully established a beverage production facility in Kano, located in the northern part of Nigeria. The company tackled the challenge posed by the absence of significant gas infrastructure in the North, a region where industrial enterprises are less concentrated due to limited access to major gas …

Government Proposes Changes to Egg Labeling Regulations to Support British Farmers

  The UK Government has introduced proposals aimed at modifying egg labeling rules to provide support to British farmers in the event of avian influenza outbreaks. The suggested changes, disclosed on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, eliminate the necessity for producers to modify egg labels during mandatory housing orders, effectively preventing costly labeling adjustments.   Presently, …

Rebound partners with Circular Packaging Association at COP28 to drive Sustainable Packaging initiatives

  In a significant development at the 28th Conference of Parties (COP28), Rebound, an innovative company dedicated to minimizing plastic impact on the environment, proudly announces its partnership with the Circular Packaging Association (CPA). The collaboration aims to standardize plastics recyclates, advancing efforts towards unified material standards in the UAE and the global community.   …