The Coca-Cola Company, in collaboration with eight global bottling partners, has announced the establishment of a new venture capital fund dedicated to sustainability investments. The Greycroft Coca-Cola System Sustainability Fund, managed by Greycroft, a seed-to-growth venture capital firm, marks a significant milestone for the company and its partners. The fund, with a …
Uganda’s Beverage Industry Spearheads PET Plastic Recycling Efforts
Uganda’s beverage industry is leading the way in establishing a Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) to self-regulate post-consumer polyethylene terephthalate (PET) recycling. In a groundbreaking move, Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU), Mukwano Industries, Harris International, Uganda Breweries Limited, and Crown Beverages (Pepsi) have signed a letter of intent, demonstrating their commitment to creating a sustainable and circular …
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Nigeria’s President Tinubu Suspends Plastic Tax to Support Business Growth
Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has taken measures to reduce business costs in Africa’s largest economy by suspending a recently introduced 10% tax on single-use plastics and excise duty on certain locally manufactured products. This decision was announced by Tinubu’s spokesman, Dele Alake, on Thursday, according to reliable sources. Nigeria has been identified …
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Tetra Pak Reduces Food Waste and Losses by Accelerating Production Services
Tetra Pak, is expanding its services to enhance efficiency and reduce food losses in the food and beverage production process. Acknowledging the broader challenges faced by the food supply chain, Tetra Pak aims to tackle the global issue of food loss, which amounts to approximately 14 percent of the world’s food, valued at …
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Seven-Up Bottling Co. Ltd Partners with SACMI to Advance Bottling Operations in Nigeria
Seven-Up Bottling Co. Ltd, one of Nigeria’s largest manufacturing concerns, is making significant advancements in its bottling operations with the support of SACMI, a long-standing partner. Seven-Up Bottling Co. Ltd has a rich history dating back to Nigeria’s independence in 1960 and has remained committed to using the best available technology to package …
Aldar Properties collaborates with EAD to promote single-use plastic bottle recycling
In a collaboration aimed at fostering a recycling culture for single-use plastic bottles, Aldar Properties has joined forces with the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD). As part of its Sustainability activities, Aldar will assume responsibility for eight significant Big Zero installations, providing community members with a convenient means to dispose of their …
TotalEnergies Unveils HDPE Resin for Tethered Caps, Reducing Material Usage in Packaging
TotalEnergies, a leading energy company, has unveiled a groundbreaking development in the field of packaging materials. On June 13, 2023, in Brussels, the company announced the commercial launch of a new high-density polyethylene (HDPE) resin specifically designed for tethered cap applications. This innovative resin promises to reduce material usage, enhance recovery processes, and improve …
ALPLA Strengthens UK Presence with iTEC Packaging Acquisition
ALPLA Group, an internationally active packaging and recycling specialist, has demonstrated its commitment to the UK market through the acquisition of iTEC Packaging (Mansfield). The acquired plant specializes in producing closures primarily for the dairy industry, as well as the food and beverage sectors. With the addition of iTEC Packaging (Mansfield), ALPLA expands …
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ALPLA and Coca-Cola Launch India’s First 100% Recycled PET Bottle for Packaged Drinking Water”
ALPLA, a global packaging solutions provider, has joined forces with Coca-Cola India to introduce India’s first 100% recycled PET (rPET) bottle for packaged drinking water under the Kinley brand. This landmark achievement marks a significant step towards a circular economy in India’s packaging industry. With ALPLA’s support, Coca-Cola India has successfully launched the …
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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