As Dubai Municipality announced a comprehensive ban on all single-use bags, including plastic and paper variants, effective June 1st, the world celebrated World Environment Day on June 5th. Dubai Municipality’s move marked a significant milestone in its sustainability journey. This move aligns with the broader mission to curb non-biodegradable single-use plastic waste and …
Danone intensifies transition to circular and low-carbon packaging
In a bid to adhere to environmental objectives outlined by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and forthcoming European regulations, Danone, a prominent player in the food and beverage sector, has escalated its endeavors towards adopting a circular and low-carbon packaging system. This strategic move, as highlighted in a recent report, underscores the company’s alignment with …
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DS Smith partners with BeFC to accelerate smart packaging solutions
DS Smith has announced a new partnership with BeFC, a pioneer in fully recyclable smart tags, aiming to replace batteries with biofuel cells. This collaboration is part of DS Smith’s £100 million Research & Development (R&D) and innovation investment to advance work in the circular economy and offer packaging with a lower environmental impact. …
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Siegwerk and Borouge collaborate to develop Fully Recyclable Mono-Material Solutions
Siegwerk and Borouge have joined forces to co-develop 100% recyclable mono-material solutions, aiming to advance packaging design for a circular economy. This partnership seeks to replace multi-material packaging with advanced mono-material structures, offering the same performance while being easier to recycle. “The switch to mono-material packaging is an essential lever to ease the …
Berry collaborates across value chain to boost recycled packaging
Berry Global, Inc. marks Global Recycling Day by highlighting its strides towards sustainable packaging and collaboration across the value chain. The company aims to foster recyclable design and circularity innovations, advancing towards a net-zero and circular economy. Collaborating with partners, Berry focuses on boosting recycled content in packaging and investing in regional infrastructure for …
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Henkel reports strong progress in sustainability goals for 2023
Henkel released its sustainability report for the fiscal year 2023 today, outlining advancements in its global sustainability strategy. Notable progress was made in renewable energy usage, circular economy initiatives, product portfolio sustainability, and employee engagement efforts. According to Carsten Knobel, CEO of Henkel, “Sustainability is a central pillar of our Purposeful Growth Agenda. …
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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. …
Henkel Polybit’s Dammam Facility Achieves Regional Milestone in Circular Manufacturing
Henkel Polybit’s Dammam facility achieves a milestone with its inaugural fully circular manufacturing hub in the IMEA region, emphasizing the company’s dedication to sustainability and innovation. The Dammam site has achieved full circularity for waste material, marking a notable achievement for Henkel in the IMEA region. The site team has introduced a cutting-edge solution …
Hotpack Global Showcases Sustainable Innovations at COP28 Fireside Chat
Hotpack Global recently had its Head of Sustainability, Dr. Mike Cheetham, participate in a Fireside Chat at the Emirates NBD showcase stand, Green Zone – COP28 UAE. The discussion, alongside Mr. Vivek Shah, Head of Corporate Banking, Emirates Islamic, centered on the topic of “Sustainable packaging solutions for a greener future.” This Fireside Chat …
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Pepsico introduces locally produced 100% recycled plastic bottles* for Pepsi Brands, a first in the UAE
PepsiCo HAS introduced 100% recycled plastic bottles for Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, and Pepsi Zero in the UAE. A first in the country, PepsiCo is paving the way for the integration of fully recycled*, locally produced packaging in the Carbonated Soft Drinks (CSDs) category inline with COP28 taking place in the UAE this month. The …