Bakcycle Recycling, a subsidiary of Bakioğlu Holding, has begun operations in Izmir, Türkiye, recycling post-consumer low-density polyethylene (LDPE) packaging waste into high-quality granules. The facility, operational since late 2023, leverages TOMRA’s sensor-based sorting technologies to meet stringent recycling demands and produce granules for flexible packaging manufacturers. Occupying a 20,000 m² area, the facility …
Berry and VOID revolutionize pet food packaging with recyclable PE film
Berry Global Group, Inc. and VOID Technologies have partnered to commercialize a high-performance polyethylene (PE) film designed for pet food packaging. The collaboration combines VOID’s patented VO+™ technology with Berry’s expertise in film formulation and machine-direction orientation (MDO) processes to create a recyclable all-PE solution. The newly developed film offers enhanced strength, toughness, …
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Minister of Environment inaugurates Egypt’s first cardboard recycling line
Dr. Yasmine Fouad, Egypt’s Minister of Environment, inaugurated the first production line in the country dedicated to recycling used cardboard packaging. Located at Uniboard’s factory in Sadat City, the facility was established in collaboration with Tetra Pak and Uniboard, two key players in the packaging sector. The project, which covers 1,000 square meters, has …
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Amazon revamps device packaging with sustainability in focus
Amazon has unveiled a redesigned packaging approach for its Echo, Kindle, and Fire TV devices, emphasizing increased use of recycled materials and reduced environmental impact. The initiative aligns with the company’s broader sustainability goals under The Climate Pledge, which aims for net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. Key updates include a shift to packaging …
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EAD reports 364 million plastic bags saved since 2022 ban
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has announced that 364 million single-use plastic bags have been eliminated since the introduction of a ban on 1st June 2022 under the emirate’s Single-Use Plastic Policy. This reduction is equivalent to 2,400 tonnes of plastic and 547,000 tonnes of greenhouse gases, comparable to the emissions from …
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Zayed Higher Organisation opens food packaging centre for People of Determination
The Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination has launched a new food products packaging centre at its Innovation Centre in Al Bahia, Abu Dhabi. The facility was inaugurated in the presence of Sheikha Shamma bint Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan. The centre, developed in partnership with Fresh on Table, will employ People …
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Siegwerk 2024 Sustainability Report highlights milestones in carbon reduction and circularity
Siegwerk has unveiled its 2024 Sustainability Report, showcasing significant advancements in areas such as human rights, carbon emissions reduction, and circular economy coatings. The report reflects the company’s ongoing efforts to embed sustainability into its operations and supply chain. Focus on Human Rights and Supplier Conduct Siegwerk has enhanced its commitment to human …
Ranpak launches GrasiKraft™ paper made from sustainably sourced grass fibers
Ranpak Holdings Corp. has introduced its new GrasiKraft™ paper, a sustainable void fill material made from a blend of grass fibers and recycled paper. This marks the first time Ranpak has added grass-based paper to its product portfolio, offering an eco-friendly alternative for packaging in e-commerce and industrial supply chains. GrasiKraft™ paper combines …
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Eco-friendly sip: Dabur and Ball Corporation launch Réal Bites in aluminum cans
Ball Corporation, a global supplier of sustainable aluminum packaging, has partnered with Dabur India Limited to introduce Réal Bites juice in recyclable aluminum cans. This marks an expansion of Dabur’s Réal juice portfolio and aligns with growing consumer demand for eco-friendly packaging. The new 185ml cans, available in Peach, Pineapple, and Green Apple …
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Constantia Flexibles receives RecyClass Technology Approval for PERPETUA mono-PP laminate
Constantia Flexibles has announced that its mono-polypropylene (PP) laminate, PERPETUA, has received Technology Approval from RecyClass. The approval highlights the company’s efforts in advancing sustainable packaging within the pharmaceutical sector. PERPETUA, a laminate made of BOPP/metBOPP/CPP, was tested under the guidance of Plastics Recyclers Europe (PRE). The laminate underwent comprehensive evaluations to confirm …