Marks & Spencer (M&S) has joined forces with HANDLE, experts in beauty recycling, to introduce the Beauty Takeback Scheme across over 40 of its stores in the UK. The initiative aims to facilitate the recycling of difficult-to-process beauty packaging materials and components, which often end up in landfills, by transforming them into new …
Amazon Strengthens Collaboration with Ellen MacArthur Foundation to Drive Circular Economy Solutions
In a significant development, Amazon has announced the expansion of its collaboration with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, an international charity dedicated to promoting a circular economy. As a Strategic Partner of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation Network, Amazon intends to leverage its extensive reach, technological prowess, and innovative capabilities, alongside the Foundation’s expertise, to …
SCG International Expands Globally into SAMEA, Partners with Hassan Allam
SCG International Corporation Co., Ltd. has announced its global business expansion into the South Asia, Middle East, and Africa (SAMEA) region. As part of this expansion, the company has established the Dubai Hub in the United Arab Emirates, which will serve as a central hub for sourcing and transporting goods across the region. …
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UAE Council for Circular Economy Discusses Ways to Accelerate Circular Economy Policy in Four Sectors
In a significant step towards advancing the circular economy in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the UAE Circular Economy Council held its second meeting for 2023. Chaired by Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, Minister of Climate Change and the Environment, the meeting focused on accelerating the implementation of circular economy policies in four key …
SABIC’s TRUCIRCLE™ Enables Eco-Friendly Pasta Packaging by Garofalo
SABIC, a global chemical industry leader, has announced the successful launch of another project as part of its TRUCIRCLE™ program, which aims to promote a circular plastic economy. Italian pasta manufacturer Garofalo has introduced a new packaging solution made using SABIC’s certified circular polypropylene (PP). The sustainable material is derived from advanced recycling and transformed …
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Skyne Sweeps 10th MEA Transform Awards with 11 Wins
Skyne, the international strategic branding and design firm, celebrated a resounding success at the 10th MEA Transform Awards 2023, held at the prestigious Raffles Dubai hotel. The event gathered esteemed industry leaders from the Middle East and Africa region to recognize the influential role of brand strategy and design in driving transformative outcomes. Outperforming expectations, …
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BOBST’s oneBARRIER sustainable solutions declared recyclable
BOBST’s oneBARRIER sustainable solutions, PrimeCycle and FibreCycle, have officially been declared recyclable. The certification of recyclability for PrimeCycle was obtained from Institute cyclos-HTO GmbH, with a rating of 98%. Similarly, FibreCycle, which is a barrier paper solution with BOBST AluBond, received a recyclability assessment of 94.4% from the German paper research institute PTS. Nick …
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18th Saudi Printing Packaging and Plastics Exhibition: Explore Business Opportunities in MENA’s Industrial Sector
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is rapidly emerging as a strategic destination for businesses seeking to connect with industry leaders and tap into emerging markets. With a strong focus on diversification, technological innovation, and sustainability, the country is poised to become a hub for global business growth. According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Saudi …
Hotpack Global and Spinneys Pioneer Recycled Sustainable Shopping Bags in UAE
Hotpack Global, a UAE-based leader in sustainable packaging products, has partnered with Spinneys, a prominent supermarket chain in the UAE, to pioneer sustainable retail packaging solutions. As part of this initiative, Hotpack Global has introduced 100% post-consumer recycled (PCR) shopping bags for Spinneys retail outlets across the UAE, making Spinneys the first retailer …
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RECAPP by Veolia Launches Innovative Recycling Rewards in UAE
Veolia’s digital recycling solution, RECAPP, has launched a new recycling deposit system and rewards scheme in the UAE. The initiative, implemented in partnership with the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD), aims to enhance the recycling reflex and promote the circular economy in the country. RECAPP’s new digital solution complements its …
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