Sidel Unveils StarLITE®R – A New 100% rPET Bottle for Carbonated Soft Drinks

  Sidel, a key player in the blowing and PET packaging sector, has introduced StarLITE®R, a 100% rPET bottle aimed at helping carbonated soft drink (CSD) packaging producers promote material circularity. This addition to Sidel’s signature StarLITE® family addresses the complexities associated with incorporating recycled content.   Sidel brings a wealth of experience in the …

SIG Introduces SIG DomeMini: A Sustainable On-the-Go Carton Bottle

  SIG, a leading packaging solutions provider, has unveiled the SIG DomeMini, an innovative on-the-go carton bottle designed to combine the convenience of plastic with the sustainability of carton packaging.   This compact carton pack aims to encourage consumers and beverage manufacturers to consider more eco-friendly packaging options in a world where sustainability is increasingly …

Origin Materials and Husky Pave the Way for Sustainable Advanced Packaging

      Origin Materials, Inc. a leading carbon-negative materials company, and Husky Technologies, a technology provider, have announced a significant step in the commercialization of PET (polyethylene terephthalate) incorporating the sustainable chemical FDCA (furandicarboxylic acid) for advanced packaging and other applications.   Origin successfully integrated FDCA, a bio-based sustainable chemical, into PET, creating a …

Krones Receives German Packaging Prize 2023 for Innovative Lightweight Bottle

      In a world where sustainability and environmental consciousness take center stage, Krones, a prominent player in the packaging industry, has achieved a significant victory with its revolutionary lightweight bottle design. This innovation has earned the company accolades from the prestigious German Packaging Prize jury.   Kim Cheng, the Managing Director of the …

Tetra Pak Achieves 39% GHG Reduction, Leading Sustainability Efforts in Saudi Arabia and the UAE

      In a significant step towards a more sustainable future, Tetra Pak has released its Sustainability Report FY22, marking its 24th edition and showcasing the company’s continued commitment to sustainability. The report reveals an impressive 39% reduction in operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions globally, with a remarkable 84% of the company’s energy derived …

PepsiCo Launches Innovative Multipacks, Cutting Material Usage by 86%

      London, UK – July 18, 2023 PepsiCo, the global leader in food, snack, and beverage production, has introduced a groundbreaking multipack concept for Snack A Jacks in the United Kingdom. This innovative approach aims to reduce material waste significantly. Traditionally, Snack A Jacks have been sold in five individual portion packs housed …

DS Smith and Coca-Cola HBC Austria Introduce Sustainable Cardboard Packaging Innovation

      DS Smith PLC, a global leader in sustainable fiber-based packaging, and Coca-Cola HBC Austria have joined forces to replace plastic handles on 1.5-liter PET soft drink multi-packs with cardboard-based outer packaging. This eco-friendly solution, known as DS Smith Lift Up, is set to debut in Austrian supermarkets starting September 2023. The innovative …

Dubai’s ERC Completes $12 Million Acquisition of Evergreen Plastic Products

      Emirates Reem Investments Company (ERC) has finalized its acquisition of Evergreen Plastic Products Manufacturing LLC, acquiring a 100% stake in the company for AED 44 million (approximately $12 million). Evergreen Plastic Products Manufacturing, headquartered in Dubai, embarked on its journey in 2000, specializing in the production of water and beverage packaging.   …

Fortified Milk supports safe growth and development in Yemen’s schools

    Hayel Saeed Anam (HSA) Group, Yemen’s largest private company, and Tetra Pak, the world’s leading foods and beverages processing and packaging company, have joined forces to support safe nutrition in schools across Yemen. The initiative was announced at a joint food security workshop co-hosted in Amman by HSA and the International Food Policy …

Nestlé Unveils Ambitious Expansion Plans, Adding Four Production Lines to Egyptian Facilities

        Swiss multinational powerhouse Nestlé has unveiled its ambitious plan to augment production capabilities within Egypt by introducing four new production lines to its existing facilities. The strategic expansion underscores Nestlé’s commitment to meeting escalating demand while advancing sustainability initiatives in the region.   In a formal announcement, Tarek Kamel, Chairman and …