Tetra Pak commences research into fibre-based food packaging

Tetra Pak has commenced research towards advancing fibre-based sustainable food packaging, in collaboration with MAX IV – the most modern synchrotron radiation laboratory in the world. The research aims to uncover fresh insights into the nanostructure of fibre materials, with the first application to optimise the composition of materials used for paper straws.   This …

Tanmiah Food Company plans to invest 4.5bln SAR by 2030

Tanmiah Food Company has announced several key developments with the MHP SE, Agricultural Development Fund (ADF), Saudi Investment Recycling Company (SIRC), and National Center for Vegetation Development and Combating Desertification (NCVC) to improve sustainable food security and production, increase recycling capabilities, and improve quality of life.   As the only listed poultry company in the …

Al Ain Water Launches UAE’s first locally produced 100% rPET bottle

Al Ain Water, the UAE’s leading water brand announced the launch of its new water bottle, which is made of recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET) at Gulfood, . This new 100% rPET bottle is the first to be locally produced by a UAE brand.   PET is a highly recyclable plastic material, and when recycled it …

Agthia Group showcased growing portfolio at Gulfood 2023

Agthia Group, one of the region’s leading food & beverage companies, participated at the Gulfood 2023, which was held in Dubai from 20 to 24 February 2023.   Agthia showcased its full brand portfolio across the water, food, snacking, and protein business verticals; underscoring a significant increase in its product offerings and strengthened regional presence …

Emirates Environmental Group collects 7,357 kg of aluminium cans

The Emirates Environmental Group (EEG), conducted its first major recycling campaign for the year; the “Can Collection Day” on 26 February. Uniting people and entities under the theme “Say: Yes to Can Recycling, No to Carbon Emissions” , EEG collected a total of 7,357 kg of Aluminium Cans for recycling.   Habiba Al Mar’ashi, Chairperson …

Dove introduces their first ever refillable, reusable deodorant

Dove has announced to make refillable deodorant products widely available to all and accomplishing a new milestone in their journey towards fighting plastic-waste.   The deodorant brand is turning what was once a ‘throwaway’ item into a meaningful commitment to sustainability with the launch of Dove Refillable Deodorant. This is brands’s first ever refillable deodorant. …

Franklin & Sons partners with Canpack for new aluminium cans

UK-based Franklin & Sons have recently partnered with Canpack to introduce a convenient 150ml aluminum can size for its latest tonic water lines.   Franklin & Sons are known for their range of tonics, softs, and sodas, that combine natural flavours with premium ingredients since 1886. These new single-serve tonic water lines are set to …

SIG launches the world’s first aluminium-free full barrier Signature EVO packaging materials for aseptic carton packs

Nicola Wagstyl SUSTAINABILITY MANAGER MEA, SIG COMBIBLOC SIG launched the world’s first aluminium-free full barrier Signature EVO packaging materials for aseptic carton packs – Signature EVO at PRIME Awards 2022. This represents the evolution of aseptic cartons with no aluminium layer. The highlight of the presentation was how the new structure can be a solution …