The UAE Circular Economy Council held its first meeting after its restructuring, led by Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Council Chairman. The meeting focused on advancing the UAE Circular Economy Policy 2021-2031, aiming to improve sustainability and optimize resource use. The Council discussed national initiatives designed to accelerate the transition …
Smurfit Westrock introduces EasySplit Bag-in-Box for better recycling
Smurfit Westrock has introduced its EasySplit Bag-in-Box® design, developed to help customers comply with the upcoming Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). This regulation will require all packaging to achieve at least 80% recyclability. For Bag-in-Box® products, the key challenge is ensuring that the box and bag are easily separable for effective recycling. …
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Metsä Board enhances recycling with QR code labels on packaging materials
Metsä Board, a European producer of premium fresh fibre paperboards, has introduced QR codes on pallet and reel labels for all product deliveries. The initiative aims to simplify recycling by providing customers with clear, accessible information on the packaging materials accompanying their paperboard deliveries. The QR codes link to an app detailing the …
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Coca-Cola targets 2035 with bold sustainable packaging goals
The Coca-Cola Company has announced updated environmental goals, with a strong focus on sustainable packaging. The company aims to significantly reduce packaging waste and increase the use of recycled materials by 2035. A key target is to integrate 35%-40% recycled materials into its primary packaging—plastic, glass, and aluminum—while increasing the use of recycled …
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Trivium Packaging shines with three wins at Can of the Year awards
For the fifth consecutive year, Trivium Packaging has been recognized at The Canmaker’s Can of the Year Awards for its advancements in sustainable and functional metal packaging. The awards, one of the longest-standing in the metal packaging industry, celebrate innovation in aluminum and steel packaging. Trivium won three accolades this year: a Gold …
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New 2-liter recycle-ready pouch set to revolutionize home care packaging
Amcor, in collaboration with Mespack, has introduced a 2-liter recycle-ready stand-up pouch for home care products such as liquid soaps, cleaners, and laundry detergents. This innovation addresses the technical challenges of larger-format pouches while meeting sustainability demands. Until now, recycle-ready pouches have been limited to sizes between 1 and 1.5 liters due to …
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smartwater rolls out stylish new Aluminum Cans
smartwater by the Coca-Cola Company has launched a new line of 12-ounce aluminum cans in the United States, offering both its original and alkaline variants. This marks the first time vapor-distilled water has been available in this format. The cans are designed with a sleek, modern aesthetic, aiming to provide a functional and convenient …
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Emirates Environmental Group explores Packaging Innovation for Sustainability
The Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) convened its fifth and final panel discussion for 2024, focusing on sustainable packaging solutions amid growing environmental challenges. Titled “Packaging Innovation: Influence on Environment and Health”, the event brought together experts from government, academia, and the private sector to address the environmental and health impacts of modern packaging. …
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Tetra Pak and Union Paper Mills launch UAE’s first carton package recycling line
Tetra Pak, a leader in food packaging and processing, has partnered with Union Paper Mills (UPM) to establish the UAE’s first recycling line for carton packages. The AED 2.5 million joint investment aims to process up to 10,000 tonnes of post-consumer carton packaging annually, diverting waste from landfills and supporting the country’s sustainability goals. …
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Hotpack Global earns EcoVadis ‘Committed’ badge
Hotpack Global, a UAE-based packaging solutions provider, has been awarded the EcoVadis “Committed” badge in recognition of its efforts to integrate sustainability into its operations. The certification highlights the company’s adherence to environmental responsibility, ethical business practices, respect for labor and human rights, and sustainable procurement. Hotpack’s sustainability initiatives are guided by its …
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