In the latest ESG Risk Rating by Sustainalytics, Crown Holdings, Inc. has emerged as the top performer in the Containers & Packaging category. The assessment, which evaluates corporate sustainability across various metrics, places Crown ahead of 105 peer organizations. Notably, Crown is among the mere 3% of over 16,200 assessed companies to achieve an …
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. …
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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 …
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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, …
Sharjah’s organic dairy farm to implement Tetra Pak’s sustainable packaging solutions
The Government of Sharjah’s Department of Agriculture and Livestock (DAL), through its commercial arm Ektifa, is set to enhance sustainability practices at its Meliha Dairy Factory. The first-of-its-kind organic dairy farm in the UAE will adopt Tetra Pak’s advanced processing and filling solutions. A high-profile delegation led by H.E. Dr. Eng. Khalifa Musabah …
Coca Cola system announces $175 million investment in Kenya
The Coca Cola system, which includes The Coca Cola Company and its bottler Coca Cola Beverages Africa, has announced plans to invest up to $175 million in Kenya over the next five years, contingent on achieving anticipated growth targets. Sunil Gupta, CEO of Coca Cola Beverages Africa, made the announcement while hosting Kenyan …
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Esprit launches new 500ml 4-pack with flavourful twist
Esprit, known for its unique ready-to-drink beverages, has introduced a new 500ml 4-pack format. The 4-pack offers consumers the same distinct flavors at a price point of R79.99. The launch features a campaign called #FourTheFlavour, where consumers can win weekly prizes by sharing their experiences with the new 500ml 4-pack. To participate, consumers …
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Bluewater urges bottle manufacturers to take responsibility for plastic waste
On World Refill Day, Bluewater, a leading purified water and beverage company, called for a significant shift in the approach to single-use plastic bottles. Bluewater, based in Sweden, advocates that bottle manufacturers should be responsible for the collection and disposal of the single-use plastic bottles they produce. World Refill Day, celebrated annually on …
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Mondi and Meurer introduce new paper solution for coffee packaging
Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, has developed a new secondary paper packaging solution, TrayWrap, for wrapping bundles of food and drinks. This new solution replaces the plastic shrink film traditionally used in the industry. The TrayWrap, made with Mondi’s Advantage StretchWrap, is now being used by a coffee brand …
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Tetra Pak unveils Consumer Insights on environmental concerns in Saudi Arabia
Tetra Pak has released key findings from its “Global Sustainable Packaging Consumer Research” study, revealing significant environmental concerns among Saudi consumers. The study, part of the company’s “Go Nature Go Carton 3.0” campaign, aims to highlight sustainability practices in the Kingdom’s food systems. The research indicates that 64% of Saudi consumers are worried …
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