National Industries Park (NIP) has signed an agreement with Al Bayader International to establish an AED 180 million (USD 50 million) integrated manufacturing and logistics hub in Dubai, a project expected to expand regional food packaging production capacity by up to 30,000 tonnes annually. The development is designed to strengthen …
Türkiye to launch beverage packaging deposit return system from 1 July
According to Atabarezz, Türkiye will launch its new deposit return system on 1 July 2026, creating a national framework for the collection and recycling of used beverage packaging. The system, known as Depozitosu Olan Ambalajlar, or DOA, will cover all 81 provinces and 973 districts. It will apply to eligible PET …
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New global symbol for reuse packaging and return systems introduced by PR3
PR3: The Global Alliance to Advance Reuse has introduced a global symbol for reuse systems, a development that could affect how packaging, return points and related infrastructure are marked across markets. Unveiled in Washington DC on 3 June 2026, the symbol is intended to identify reusable packaging and the systems …
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Mother Dairy introduces India’s first naturally degradable milk pouch
Mother Dairy Fruit & Vegetable Pvt. Ltd. has introduced India’s first naturally degradable milk pouch for its cow milk variant in Delhi NCR, with rollout scheduled from 5 June 2026, coinciding with World Environment Day. The company said the pouch is designed to degrade in soil after disposal. …
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ExxonMobil Signature Polymers develops polyethylene films for hygiene compression packaging
ExxonMobil Signature Polymers has developed two monomaterial polyethylene film formulations for hygiene compression packaging, aimed at reducing film thickness and enabling the use of post-consumer recycled content without changing existing packing operations. The development addresses a common challenge for hygiene packaging converters: producing films that support downgauging, recycled content and recyclability …
Hiiba launches in UAE on World Environment Day to advance circular economy through reuse
HIIBA, a peer-to-peer reuse platform, has launched in the UAE on World Environment Day, aiming to facilitate the free exchange of unwanted household items and contribute to waste reduction efforts across the country. The app enables residents to give away items they no longer need, including household goods, electronics, …
DS Smith introduces fibre-based tray for transatlantic fruit shipments
DS Smith, an International Paper company, has introduced a fibre-based Closed-Type Tray designed for the transportation of kiwifruit and other fresh fruit and vegetable products from Greece to international markets. The packaging solution is intended for transatlantic supply chains where transit times can exceed 45 days. The tray is designed …
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Huhtamaki collaborates with Hesburger on fibre lids for beverage packaging
Huhtamaki and Hesburger have introduced a new fibre-based beverage lid developed as part of a packaging collaboration aimed at replacing conventional plastic lids in foodservice applications. The new lids will be used on Hesburger’s hot and cold beverage cups and represent a further step in the company’s transition towards fibre-based packaging formats. Manufactured from …
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Siegwerk launches CIRKIT NOVASEAL heat-seal lacquer portfolio for sustainable packaging
Siegwerk has introduced CIRKIT NOVASEAL, a new portfolio of heat-seal lacquers developed to support recyclable fibre-based and flexible packaging structures. The innovation addresses a key packaging challenge: delivering reliable sealing performance while enabling packaging formats designed for improved recyclability. The portfolio combines heat-sealing functionality with packaging performance requirements across a …
Ghana to ban polystyrene food packaging products from January 2027
Ghana’s Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has confirmed a nationwide ban on expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam products, including takeaway food containers, disposable cups, plates, bowls, and certain insulation materials, effective 1 January 2027. The measure forms part of the country’s broader strategy to reduce plastic pollution, improve sanitation, and encourage the adoption …
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