Tetra Pak and Schoeller Allibert Introduce Crates Made from Used Beverage Cartons

    Tetra Pak and Schoeller Allibert have announced the launch of new transport crates manufactured using polyAl derived from used beverage cartons. The innovation will be showcased at the Plastics Recycling Show in Amsterdam from 1 to 2 April 2025.   Schoeller Allibert, a global player in returnable transport packaging, developed the crates by …

Berry Global Launches High-Purity Recycled Polymer for Non-Contact-Sensitive Packaging

      Berry Global has introduced a new post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic polymer specifically designed for non-contact-sensitive packaging in the homecare and industrial sectors. The innovation, named *CleanStream® Home and Industrial*, is engineered to meet stringent technical demands while maximizing the use of recycled content.   The polymer employs similar processes used in Berry’s …

Sparklo and Mai Dubai Partner to Drive Smart Recycling and Circularity Across the UAE

  In a significant step toward packaging circularity, Sparklo and Mai Dubai have partnered to deploy AI-powered reverse vending machines across the UAE, aiming to reward consumers and boost PET recycling.     Cleantech innovator Sparklo and leading bottled water brand Mai Dubai have announced a strategic partnership to promote sustainable consumer behaviour and PET …

Waste to Zero’ White Paper Highlights Critical Role of Waste Sector in Decarbonisation at COP29

  The Waste to Zero initiative has unveiled its first white paper at COP29 in Azerbaijan, spotlighting the waste sector’s role as a scalable solution in global decarbonisation efforts.     Jointly developed by the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, Tadweer Group, and Roland Berger, the white paper underscores how advanced waste-to-resource technologies—such …

DEWA Advances Circular Economy and Waste-to-Energy Initiatives

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is playing a pivotal role in supporting the UAE’s integrated approach to sustainable waste management through active implementation of the Dubai Integrated Waste Management Strategy 2021–2041. The strategy focuses on innovation in waste reduction, recycling, and energy conversion.   “Inspired by the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin …

SIG Launches Egypt’s First Recycling System for Beverage Cartons

  SIG has introduced Egypt’s first full recycling system for used aseptic beverage cartons, developed in partnership with Plastic Bank, Carta Misr, and startup TileGreen. The initiative aims to plug a key gap in the country’s waste management infrastructure by enabling the recycling of multi-material packaging.     The new system covers the entire recycling …

M&S Replaces Plastic with Paper in Men’s Essentials, Cuts 5.5 Million Units

  Marks & Spencer has shifted to paper packaging for its men’s essentials line, a move expected to eliminate 5.5 million plastic units from its Clothing & Home operations over the next year.   The retailer has replaced plastic with recyclable, FSC-certified paper across its men’s socks, woven pyjamas, and nearly 40% of its men’s …

Ranpak Expands Sustainable Line with PaperWrap Launch

  Ranpak announced it will offer PaperWrap, a paper-based alternative to plastic pallet wrapping, across North America as part of its sustainable packaging lineup. The move supports companies looking to reduce plastic use in shipping and logistics.       The partnership brings together Ranpak’s distribution network and PaperWrap’s European-developed pallet wrapping machines, designed to …

PETCO and Tetra Pak Boost Liquid Board Packaging Recycling in South Africa

PETCO, in partnership with Tetra Pak®, is stepping up efforts to enhance the collection and recycling of liquid board packaging (LBP) across South Africa. As part of its extended producer responsibility (EPR) commitments, the organization has launched recent community activations in the Free State and Western Cape to encourage the recovery of used beverage cartons. …

SIG Forecasts Robust Double-Digit Growth for Terra Portfolio Throughout 2024

SIG reported a 15% increase in sales for its SIG Terra portfolio of sustainable packaging materials for aseptic cartons in 2024. This growth exceeds the company’s overall 6% revenue increase in carton packaging, reflecting the growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions. SIG Terra is designed to reduce the environmental impact of packaging. In 2024, approximately …