TotalEnergies, a major player in the energy sector, has taken a significant step towards sustainability by incorporating 50% post-consumer recycled polyethylene in the packaging of its premium lubricants range in Europe. The platinum-coloured bottles are produced by the company’s own polymers segment. This initiative follows a successful pilot project launched in 2021 with the …
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Aptar Beauty, a division of global consumer packaging company Aptar, has unveiled its inaugural monomaterial airless dispenser, known as Mono Micro. Initially introduced across the Micro 30ml range, the company intends to extend this sustainable solution to encompass the entire Micro range. The Mono Micro distinguishes itself by being crafted entirely from polyethylene (PE), …
Sidel has introduced a new PET bottle designed to provide a competitive edge for liquid dairy manufacturers. The miniature-sized bottle, catering to capacities between 65ml to 150ml, is particularly suited for products like drinking and probiotic yogurts, fitting seamlessly into both ambient and cold chain processes. Additionally, its versatility extends to applications in the …
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In a significant move aimed at meeting the growing local and export demand, PepsiCo has revealed plans to invest over SAR 200 million in the expansion of its Dammam plant. The substantial investment is anticipated to enhance the overall capacity of the state-of-the-art facility. This development aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 objectives, reflecting …
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In response to the upcoming European regulations that emphasize the adoption of circular packaging and returnable bottles, Sidel has unveiled a dedicated PET bottle tailored for carbonated beverages, with a focus on long-lasting reusability. The European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation has set the stage for the promotion of a circular economy, placing …
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Amazon has unveiled its groundbreaking initiative to replace plastic delivery packaging with curbside-recyclable paper solutions at its first fully automated fulfillment center in the United States, located in Euclid, Ohio. This milestone signifies Amazon’s multiyear effort to transition U.S. fulfillment centers from plastic to paper packaging, enabling greater convenience for customers to recycle at home. …
JUBAIL, SAUDI ARABIA – In a significant breakthrough for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, Aramco, TotalEnergies, and SABIC have successfully converted plastic waste-derived oil into certified circular polymers. This pioneering endeavor marks the first-ever achievement of its kind in the region, offering new hope for tackling the plastic waste …
Brussels, Belgium – In a bid to promote sustainable packaging and contribute to reducing plastic usage, Blue Ocean Closures, a Swedish-based sustainable startup, has announced a new partnership with Coca-Cola’s Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) research and development (R&D) facility, headquartered in Brussels, Belgium. With a mission to combat …
A groundbreaking collaboration between FrostPharma, Mälarplast, and Stora Enso has yielded a significant advancement in the health sector, with the development of biocomposite hazardous waste containers. These innovative containers are set to make a substantial difference in the healthcare industry by significantly reducing emissions, and providing a safer and more sustainable alternative …
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‘Less plastic – more carton’: SIG launches unique on-the-go carton bottle SIG DomeMini SIG, a leading packaging solutions provider, has unveiled the SIG DomeMini, an innovative on-the-go carton bottle designed to combine the convenience of plastic with the sustainability of carton packaging. This compact carton pack aims to encourage consumers and beverage …
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