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 …

HERMA Launches Wash-Off Labels for HDPE, Boosting Recycling Efficiency

      HERMA has introduced certified wash-off self-adhesive label materials for packaging made of high-density polyethylene (HDPE), expanding on its existing solutions for PET containers. HDPE is widely used in rigid packaging for food, cosmetics, and industrial products, but recycling has often been hampered by label residue and inks.   The cyclos-HTP Institute has …

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 …

KHS Sets Emission Reduction Targets Following SBTi Validation

  KHS Group, a supplier of packaging and filling systems, has announced new climate action targets following the validation of its sustainability roadmap by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The development includes measurable emission reductions across its value chain, with a long-term aim of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.     The company, part of …

EcoVerHighPlus: Constantia and Delica Launches Recyclable Coffee Pack

    Constantia Flexibles has launched EcoVerHighPlus, a mono polypropylene (PP) laminate designed to replace conventional multi-material structures in coffee packaging. Developed in partnership with Delica AG—part of the Swiss-based Migros Industrie—the new soft bag format meets the demanding requirements of both ground coffee and whole beans, with a clear eye on recyclability.   EcoVerHighPlus …

Esko and CarbonQuota Team Up to Simplify Carbon Footprint Tracking for Packaging Industry

    Esko has launched a built-in carbon calculation feature in its S2 platform, developed in partnership with UK-based CarbonQuota. The move aims to help brands and packaging suppliers get a handle on their environmental impact without the usual manual headaches.   The tool taps into CarbonQuota’s engine to calculate emissions at the design, development, …

PepsiCo Refines Sustainability Strategy with Updated Climate, Water, and Agriculture Goals

    PepsiCo has announced revised goals across climate, water, packaging, and agriculture, aligning with current global conditions and its business growth. The changes build on nearly four years of implementation under the company’s PepsiCo Positive (pep+) framework.   The company’s regenerative agriculture target now aims to reach 10 million acres by 2030—up from its …

L’Oréal Middle East and BinSina Pharmacy Partner to Promote Sustainable Beauty Practices

    L’Oréal Middle East and BinSina Pharmacy have signed an agreement to collaborate on a long-term initiative focused on sustainable beauty, responsible consumption, and public awareness.   The partnership supports the UAE’s broader environmental goals, including waste reduction and the shift toward a circular economy. The initiative will introduce refillable products at more BinSina …

Tetra Pak Backs Recycling Push in UK with Robotic Sorting Upgrade

    Tetra Pak has funded the installation of two robotic arms to improve the sorting of food and beverage cartons at J&B Recycling’s materials recovery facility (MRF) in Hartlepool. The technology, developed by Recycleye, is designed to boost recycling rates and prepare for upcoming national waste regulations.   J&B Recycling, part of FCC Environment, …