Netstal Introduces Innovative Recyclable Thin-Wall Cup Made of 100% PP

  Netstal, a leading name in the manufacturing industry, has introduced a groundbreaking thin-wall cup designed with a strong emphasis on recyclability. The key feature of this product is its composition, made entirely from polypropylene (PP), making it highly suitable for recycling, and its development is aimed at contributing to a sustainable circular economy.   …

Sidel Unveils StarLITE®R – A New 100% rPET Bottle for Carbonated Soft Drinks

  Sidel, a key player in the blowing and PET packaging sector, has introduced StarLITE®R, a 100% rPET bottle aimed at helping carbonated soft drink (CSD) packaging producers promote material circularity. This addition to Sidel’s signature StarLITE® family addresses the complexities associated with incorporating recycled content.   Sidel brings a wealth of experience in the …

SIG Introduces SIG DomeMini: A Sustainable On-the-Go Carton Bottle

  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 manufacturers to consider more eco-friendly packaging options in a world where sustainability is increasingly …

Krones Receives German Packaging Prize 2023 for Innovative Lightweight Bottle

      In a world where sustainability and environmental consciousness take center stage, Krones, a prominent player in the packaging industry, has achieved a significant victory with its revolutionary lightweight bottle design. This innovation has earned the company accolades from the prestigious German Packaging Prize jury.   Kim Cheng, the Managing Director of the …

Tetra Pak Achieves 39% GHG Reduction, Leading Sustainability Efforts in Saudi Arabia and the UAE

      In a significant step towards a more sustainable future, Tetra Pak has released its Sustainability Report FY22, marking its 24th edition and showcasing the company’s continued commitment to sustainability. The report reveals an impressive 39% reduction in operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions globally, with a remarkable 84% of the company’s energy derived …

Apple’s Environmental Commitment: Fiber-Based Packaging, Recycled Materials, and Leather-Free Products

  The packaging for the new Apple Watch and band lineup is 100 percent fibre-based, a first for Apple, furthering the company’s goal to use plastic-free packaging by 2025.    In a significant step toward achieving its environmental goals, Apple has unveiled a range of initiatives designed to reduce its carbon footprint. As part of …

PepsiCo Launches Innovative Multipacks, Cutting Material Usage by 86%

      London, UK – July 18, 2023 PepsiCo, the global leader in food, snack, and beverage production, has introduced a groundbreaking multipack concept for Snack A Jacks in the United Kingdom. This innovative approach aims to reduce material waste significantly. Traditionally, Snack A Jacks have been sold in five individual portion packs housed …

Kuwait’s Gulf Paper Manufacturing Enhances Paper Production with Toscotec

      Toscotec, the renowned provider of paper and board machinery solutions, is set to undertake a significant project to upgrade the forming section of PM2 at the Mina Abdullah paper mill in Kuwait, owned by Gulf Paper Manufacturing. The PM2 machine is dedicated to the production of tissue from 100% virgin fibers and …

Ghana Set to Enforce Mandatory Extended Producer Responsibility for Plastic Packaging Waste

      Ghana is taking significant steps to combat plastic pollution by introducing legislation that will compel plastic packaging producers to manage the waste generated by their operations. The West African nation, estimated to produce approximately 840,000 tonnes of plastic waste annually, is striving to mitigate environmental pollution.   The Ministry of the Environment, …

DS Smith and Coca-Cola HBC Austria Introduce Sustainable Cardboard Packaging Innovation

      DS Smith PLC, a global leader in sustainable fiber-based packaging, and Coca-Cola HBC Austria have joined forces to replace plastic handles on 1.5-liter PET soft drink multi-packs with cardboard-based outer packaging. This eco-friendly solution, known as DS Smith Lift Up, is set to debut in Austrian supermarkets starting September 2023. The innovative …