Mars, Incorporated, in collaboration with UK retail partner Tesco, is pioneering sustainable packaging initiatives with the iconic Mars® bar, presenting it in recyclable paper-based packaging for the first time in the UK. This pilot test marks a major step in the company’s efforts to reduce plastic usage in its packaging and align with …
Aramco, TotalEnergies & SABIC Achieve MENA’s First Oil Processing from Plastic Waste at Scale
Aramco, TotalEnergies, and SABIC have for the first time in the Middle East and North Africa successfully converted oil derived from plastic waste into ISCC+ certified circular polymers. The plastic pyrolysis oil, also called plastic waste derived oil (PDO), was processed at the SATORP refinery jointly owned by Aramco and TotalEnergies, in Jubail, …
Future of Corrugated Manufacturing Unveiled: BHS Corrugated Open House Event 2023
BHS Corrugated organized an Open House Event in Münster and Greven on April 19, 2023, inviting around 80 representatives from the global corrugated board industry. The event aimed to provide customers with firsthand insight into the future strategy, Box Plant 2025. According to Lars Engel, Managing Director of BHS Corrugated, “The Box …
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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 …
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HERMA Commits to Green Electricity, Aiming for 42% CO2 Emission Reduction by 2030
Packaging and labeling technology specialist HERMA has announced its commitment to abandon fossil fuels and transition entirely to green electricity. The company’s goal is to achieve a significant reduction of over 42% in CO2 emissions by 2030, measured against 2021 levels. To support its sustainability efforts, HERMA has joined the Science Based Targets …
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AB InBev Boosts Production Capacity with Krones Glass Line Investment
Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB InBev), the world’s largest brewing group behind renowned brands like Beck’s, Corona, and Budweiser, has made a significant investment to enhance its production capabilities. In a move that highlights its commitment to meeting the global demand for its beverages, AB InBev has recently integrated a state-of-the-art glass line from Krones, …
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JING Tea Introduces Sustainability Initiatives to Support UAE Market
Luxury tea brand JING Tea has launched two key initiatives to support the hospitality industry in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as part of its commitment to delivering high-quality, responsibly sourced teas. The brand’s teas are now certified Carbon Neutral, and they offer all teas in loose-leaf formats, reducing packaging and delivering an …
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Edita Expands into Frozen Bakery Segment with Acquisition of Fancy Foods
Cairo, May 30, 2023 – Edita Food Industries S.A.E. (EFID.CA on the Egyptian Exchange & EFID.L on the London Stock Exchange), a prominent player in the Egyptian packaged snack food market, has announced its entry into the frozen bakery segment in Egypt through the acquisition of Fancy Foods. The deal, valued at EGP …
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Almarai Reports 7% Rise in Q2 2023 Net Profit, Implements Risk Management Strategies
Almarai Company, the leading dairy producer in Saudi Arabia, has announced a 7.06% increase in net profit for the second quarter of 2023. The company’s net profit reached 557.08 million Saudi riyals ($148.45 million), compared to 520.36 million riyals in the same period last year. The growth in profit can be attributed …
Billerud Announces Divestment of Managed Packaging to Mimir Group
Billerud, a prominent sustainable fiber-based packaging materials company, has recently announced its decision to divest Managed Packaging, a business unit that offers packaging solutions to global brand owners. The company has reached an agreement with Mimir Group, a specialist investment firm focused on acquiring divisions, business units, and product areas from large corporations and government …
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