Packaging specialist Alpla launches new ALPLA recycling brand

        The ALPLA Group, a globally recognized plastic packaging company, has taken another step towards bolstering its commitment to sustainability and recycling with the launch of their new brand, ALPLArecycling. Since 2005, ALPLA has been investing in its recycling capacities, and the establishment of this new brand marks a significant milestone in …

Mondi Introduces FunctionalBarrier Paper Ultimate: A High-Barrier Paper-Based Packaging Solution

Mondi, a global leader in packaging and paper, has announced a significant investment of €16 million in cutting-edge technology at its Solec plant in Poland. This investment enables Mondi to introduce a new packaging range called FunctionalBarrier Paper Ultimate, catering to the growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions that contribute to a circular economy.   …

Constantia Flexibles Unveils REGULA CIRC: A Sustainable Breakthrough in Pharmaceutical Packaging

      Constantia Flexibles is proud to announce its latest pharmaceutical packaging solution, the coldform foil REGULA CIRC, a cutting-edge technology that sets a new standard for sustainability in blister packaging. Designed with circularity in mind, REGULA CIRC complies with future regulations and legislation, offering a total barrier solution that meets the highest sustainable …

ALPLA Invests €60 Million in PET Recycling Plant in South Africa

    Packaging and recycling specialist ALPLA has announced the construction of a state-of-the-art recycling plant in Ballito, South Africa, as part of its commitment to strengthening the regional circular economy. The plant, set to begin construction in summer 2023 and targeted for completion in autumn 2024, represents the company’s first entry into the African …

Coca-Cola and Eight Bottling Partners Launch $137.7 M Sustainability-Focused Capital Fund

    The Coca-Cola Company, in collaboration with eight global bottling partners, has announced the establishment of a new venture capital fund dedicated to sustainability investments. The Greycroft Coca-Cola System Sustainability Fund, managed by Greycroft, a seed-to-growth venture capital firm, marks a significant milestone for the company and its partners.   The fund, with a …

Uganda’s Beverage Industry Spearheads PET Plastic Recycling Efforts

Uganda’s beverage industry is leading the way in establishing a Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) to self-regulate post-consumer polyethylene terephthalate (PET) recycling. In a groundbreaking move, Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU), Mukwano Industries, Harris International, Uganda Breweries Limited, and Crown Beverages (Pepsi) have signed a letter of intent, demonstrating their commitment to creating a sustainable and circular …

Nigeria’s President Tinubu Suspends Plastic Tax to Support Business Growth

    Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has taken measures to reduce business costs in Africa’s largest economy by suspending a recently introduced 10% tax on single-use plastics and excise duty on certain locally manufactured products. This decision was announced by Tinubu’s spokesman, Dele Alake, on Thursday, according to reliable sources.   Nigeria has been identified …

Huhtamaki Introduces Sustainable Flexible Packaging Innovation with Focus on Mono-Material Solutions

    Global packaging solutions company Huhtamaki has unveiled its latest groundbreaking technology in the form of sustainable flexible packaging. The innovative packaging, available in Paper, PE, and PP Retort options, represents a game-changing development that combines best-in-class protection, full recyclability, and affordability.   Dr. Marco Hilty, President of Flexible Packaging at Huhtamaki, emphasized the …

Tetra Pak Reduces Food Waste and Losses by Accelerating Production Services

    Tetra Pak, is expanding its services to enhance efficiency and reduce food losses in the food and beverage production process. Acknowledging the broader challenges faced by the food supply chain, Tetra Pak aims to tackle the global issue of food loss, which amounts to approximately 14 percent of the world’s food, valued at …