Refreshed summer-themed connected packaging enhances consumer engagement

  Appetite Creative, in collaboration with Tetra Pak, has launched an updated smart packaging experience aimed at enhancing consumer engagement for a leading European fruit juice producer. This innovative campaign, now in its third iteration due to popular demand, introduces a vibrant summer drinks theme, offering new recipes tailored to individual tastes and preferences.   …

Oman Air enhances sustainability with eco-friendly earphone packaging

  Oman Air has taken a significant step in its sustainability journey by redesigning the packaging for its Economy Class earphones. In collaboration with Linstol, a global provider of eco-friendly in-flight products, the airline has replaced single-use plastic PET foil with recyclable Kraft paper envelopes. This change is expected to eliminate 6.48 tonnes of non-recyclable …

EGA and RECAPP by Veolia complete over 14,000 aluminium collections in the UAE

  Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) and RECAPP by Veolia have announced the completion of over 14,000 collections from schools and homes since the inception of their partnership to promote aluminium recycling among young people in the UAE. This collaboration began last year and initially included 12 schools near EGA’s operations in Jebel Ali and Al …

Abu Dhabi advances Pharmaceutical Sector with key initiatives and partnerships

  The Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) is moving forward with comprehensive plans to enhance the regulatory framework of the UAE’s healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors. During its fourth meeting, the Board of Directors, chaired by Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, discussed the establishment of specialized committees to boost operational …

Carrefour promotes Plastic Free July with sustainable initiatives

  Carrefour, operated exclusively by Majid Al Futtaim in the UAE, is marking Plastic Free July by encouraging the adoption of sustainable alternatives across its stores. Starting July 3, the retailer will eliminate all plastic bags every Wednesday, coinciding with International Plastic Bag Free Day.   As part of this initiative, Carrefour is offering customers …

Mondi unveils FlexiBag Reinforced: A new generation of recyclable packaging

  Mondi, a leading global provider of sustainable packaging and paper solutions, has introduced FlexiBag Reinforced, a new line of recyclable packaging. These mono-PE-based bags are designed to contribute to a circular economy, being recyclable where collection and recycling systems for PE films are available.   The FlexiBag Reinforced range, developed in-house by Mondi, offers …

DS Smith secures dual wins at Procter & Gamble Excellence Awards

  DS Smith has achieved a milestone by winning Procter & Gamble (P&G) Excellence Awards in both the Baby Care and Home Care packaging solutions categories. This year, DS Smith stood out as the first supplier to secure wins in two categories simultaneously, among only ten finalists globally.   The P&G Excellence Awards, held biennially, …

Rockwell Automation launches iTRAK 5750 Intelligent Track System for enhanced motion control

  Rockwell Automation has unveiled the iTRAK 5750 Intelligent Track System, aiming to enhance machine productivity through faster, smarter, and more flexible motion capabilities. This latest addition to the iTRAK portfolio is specifically designed to handle higher payload applications, offering a significant upgrade over traditional conveyor systems.   The system innovatively replaces mechanical components and …

Sidel unveils StarLITE®-R Nitro: High-resistance bottle base for nitrogen-dosed products

  Sidel has introduced the StarLITE®-R Nitro, a new bottle base designed for nitrogen-dosed still beverages and edible oils, made entirely from recycled PET (rPET). The StarLITE®-R Nitro features a distinctive ‘wave’ design, differing from traditional petaloid shapes, and has been tested under industrial conditions to ensure high bottle resilience and quality.   Laurent Naveau, …

Pakistan Government urges nationwide plastic ban following Punjab initiative

  Romina Khurshid Alam, Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Climate Change, commended Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif for implementing a comprehensive ban on plastic bags across the province. According to the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, this move, effective June 5, aligns with global efforts on World Environment Day to combat …