SIG launches recycle-ready wine bag-in-box packaging with APR recognition

SIG has introduced a new recycle-ready bag-in-box packaging solution for wine, using its SIG Terra RecShield BD laminate and SIG Terra FlexTap. The new offering is designed to meet the performance demands of wine distribution while also aligning with recyclability criteria. The bag-in-box format marks SIG’s first wine packaging to be recognized under the APR …

Imdaad, Enviroserve Sign MOU to Boost E-Waste Recycling in Dubai

    Imdaad has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Enviroserve Services to promote responsible e-waste collection and recycling across key developments in Dubai.     Under the agreement, Enviroserve will install smart e-waste bins, skips, and recycling points in facilities managed by Imdaad, primarily within the Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA). The initiative …

LuLu Group Opens 24th Outlet in Qatar with Zero-Waste Refill Station

      LuLu Group has inaugurated its 24th outlet in Qatar at North Plaza Mall, Umm Al Amad, with a strong focus on sustainability and customer convenience. The store was officially opened on October 13, 2024, by prominent Qatari businessman Sheikh Faysal Khalifa Sultan Al-Thani, in the presence of dignitaries including the Indian Ambassador …

Jordan Inaugurates Agricultural Plastic Recycling Plant to Advance Circular Economy in the Jordan Valley

      In a move to strengthen circular economy practices and bolster sustainable development in the Jordan Valley, Jordan’s Ministry of Interior, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and with funding from the European Union, has officially inaugurated a plastic recycling facility in Deir Alla.     The new plant, designed …

Quadpack Expands PET Dip-In Pack Production at German Facility to Meet European Market Demand

      Quadpack has announced the expansion of its injection-moulding capabilities at its Kierspe manufacturing site in Germany to include the production of PET dip-in lip gloss bottles. The investment marks a significant step in the company’s ongoing strategy to localise production for the European market and strengthen its presence in the colour cosmetics …

Aptar Closures to Debut Next-Gen Tamper-Evident Sports Caps at Drinktec 2025

      Aptar Closures is set to unveil a trio of next-generation sports beverage closures at Drinktec 2025, taking place September 15–19 in Munich. The company will showcase its new solutions—NexTE, Rocket, and Balance—at Hall C6, Stand C6-342, positioning them as a response to evolving industry demands in safety, consumer convenience, and recyclability.   …

Sun Chemical Launches Sustainable UV Offset Ink Series for Plastic Cups

      Sun Chemical has introduced SunCure EcoPlast, a new press-ready dry UV offset ink range designed for decorating plastic cups with enhanced sustainability.   The SunCure EcoPlast series offers a combination of high adhesion, fast curing speed, low migration, and post-consumer washability, enabling printed inks to be removed during recycling. This feature supports …

Starlinger Sets Industry Precedent with First EFSA Approval Under Tougher EU PET Recycling Standards

      EFSA’s Scientific Opinion validates Starlinger’s recoSTAR PET art system, raising the bar for food-grade recycled plastics under Regulation (EU) 2022/1616.     Starlinger recycling technology has earned a landmark Positive Scientific Opinionfrom the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) for its advanced recoSTAR PET art bottle-to-bottle recycling process. This is the first EFSA approval under the stricter Regulation (EU) 2022/1616, positioning Starlinger …

Amcor Supplies Recycled Polypropylene Packaging for Maison Guerlain’s Aqua Allegoria Hand Creams

      Maison Guerlain’s recently launched Aqua Allegoria hand creams are now packaged using Amcor’s CleanStream® post-consumer recycled (PCR) polymer, the packaging supplier announced Tuesday.     The new packaging integrates Amcor’s CleanStream® technology, which mechanically recycles household polypropylene (PP) waste into high-purity recycled plastic. This material meets requirements for contact-sensitive applications and is …

Röhm Expands PMMA Recycling and Certified Supply for Sustainable Packaging

      Röhm has taken several practical steps to improve the sustainability of PMMA used in packaging applications, focusing on recyclability and certified raw material sourcing.     A key development is Röhm’s role in a newly formed Europe-wide PMMA recycling alliance. The network enables the collection, sorting, and recycling of PMMA waste—including post-consumer …