Polygreen has launched “Again, Please”, a reusable foodware system designed to replace single-use plastics across events and high-footfall venues in the UAE. The launch took place at the World Future Energy Summit (WFES) held at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, coinciding with the country’s wider policy push toward circular economy models. …
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DataLase has launched a clear-to-white coating for plastic bottles designed to replace conventional labels and reduce overall packaging material use. The development responds to growing industry efforts to eliminate film and paper labels while maintaining required product information, traceability and on-shelf visibility. The coating is designed for application through spray-coating …
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DS Smith has partnered with Romanian agricultural cooperative Serele SupeR to replace ten million single-use plastic packages with fibre-based corrugated cardboard solutions for fresh tomato products. The project was implemented following an assessment of existing plastic packaging formats and resulted in the development of four recyclable corrugated punnets designed for different cherry tomato …
Amcor and French dairy cooperative Laïta have been recognised at the 2025 Zero Impact Packaging Trophies in the ‘flexible – complex packaging’ category for a new recyclable packaging solution for Paysan Breton Emmental cheese blocks. The award recognises the replacement of a previous non-recyclable multi-material structure with Amcor’s AmPrima® PP film in …
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Nile Recycling has announced a commitment to invest up to US$35 million in a recycling project in Egypt, aligned with the country’s sustainability objectives under Egypt Vision 2030. The investment represents a step toward expanding recycling infrastructure with relevance to packaging and consumer goods waste streams. The project has received support from …
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RIYADH — The Saudi Halal Center, operating under the Saudi Food and Drug Authority, has introduced a Halal Mark Track aligned with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards. The initiative is designed to integrate halal certification with ESG compliance to strengthen product credibility and promote sector-wide sustainability. The Halal Mark Track …
DS Smith and Raymarine have introduced a fibre-based packaging solution for electronic and radar display products, replacing expanded polyethylene (EPE) foam previously used in Raymarine’s packaging. The collaboration is focused on eliminating single-use plastic and improving supply chain efficiency. Developed by DS Smith’s design team, the new solution uses corrugated cardboard …
Dubai, UAE – As the UAE prepares to implement the second phase of its nationwide single-use plastic ban from January 1, 2026, local packaging manufacturers, including Hotpack, are adjusting materials, production lines, and supply chains to meet the expanded regulatory requirements set by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE). This phase …
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The United Arab Emirates implemented the second phase of its federal single-use plastic ban on January 1, 2026, expanding restrictions across retail and manufacturing sectors. The ban, led by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE), prohibits the import, manufacture, and trade of single-use plastic products including beverage cups and lids, cutlery, …
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Amcor has introduced the Grace head for its all-plastic Wave 2cc pump, aimed at the personal care market. The development focuses on combining consumer-friendly design with recyclable materials, as part of the company’s ongoing efforts to support circular economy practices. The Grace actuator is designed for both function and form. Its …
