Craemer Group has introduced the E3-5 Zero Virgin, a heavy-duty industrial pallet made entirely from recycled polyethylene (PE), aimed at industries seeking to reduce material waste without compromising performance. This new version of the E3-5 pallet series offers a fully recyclable, long-life load carrier built for demanding logistics operations — including those in …
CCL Label Unveils Circular Packaging Technologies for MEA Beverage Market at Drinktec 2025
At Drinktec 2025 in Munich, CCL Label is spotlighting a suite of functional packaging solutions designed to support recycling, reuse, and lower emissions—critical issues for beverage producers across the Middle East and Africa (MEA). One of the standout technologies is EcoShear®, a new adhesive for single-use glass bottles. Unlike traditional …
Ethiopia Bans Single-Use Plastic Bags in Nationwide Crackdown on Pollution
Ethiopia has officially implemented a nationwide ban on the manufacture, import, and distribution of single-use plastic bags. The legislation, passed by the country’s House of Peoples’ Representatives (HoPR), aims to combat the escalating environmental damage caused by plastic pollution, particularly in urban and agricultural areas. Under the new law, individuals caught using or distributing …
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Amcor Delivers 16% Plastic Reduction in Bulldog Tube Packaging
Packaging supplier Amcor has achieved a 16.67% reduction in plastic used in the flexible tubes it supplies to skincare brand Bulldog. The redesign is expected to cut approximately 8.5 metric tonnes of plastic per year. The reduction comes from slimming down the wall thickness of the 50mm diameter tube sleeves used in Bulldog’s 100ml and …
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SIG Unveils First Aluminum-Free Full-Barrier Aseptic Carton
SIG has announced the global commercial launch of its aluminum-layer-free, full-barrier packaging material for multi-serve aseptic cartons—marking a new milestone in sustainable packaging. The new solution, SIG Terra Alu-free + Full Barrier, eliminates the aluminum layer traditionally used in aseptic cartons while maintaining full barrier protection and shelf life of up to 12 months. …
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Hotpack Releases 2024 Carbon Footprint Report, Outlines Emission Reduction Targets
Hotpack has published its Corporate Carbon Footprint Report for 2024 ,disclosing emissions data and outlining reduction strategies across its operations in the MENA region. The company reported total emissions of 53,320 tons of CO₂ equivalent for the year, broken down as 16,963 tons from direct emissions (Scope 1), 30,579 tons from electricity use (Scope 2), …
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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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