Nestlé has announced an investment in the Ocean 14 Capital Fund I, aimed at promoting a sustainable and regenerative blue economy. This investment aligns with Nestlé’s sustainability goals and supports the advancement of Nestlé Purina PetCare’s sustainability initiatives. The Ocean 14 Capital Fund I focuses on sustainable use of ocean resources, investing in …
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PulPac and LAKRIDS BY BÜLOW have announced a collaboration to develop sustainable packaging solutions using PulPac’s Dry Molded Fiber technology. This partnership aims to create environmentally friendly packaging alternatives for the premium confectionery brand. PulPac’s Dry Molded Fiber technology uses renewable fibers from responsibly managed forests, offering a resource-efficient and cost-competitive alternative to …
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A new polyethylene terephthalate (PET) flaking plant has been inaugurated in Okahandja, Namibia, following a N$24 million investment by Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) in Namibia and Plastic Packaging. This investment doubles the capacity of the country’s only mechanical recycler of plastic waste. The inauguration ceremony was officiated by the Minister of Environment, Forestry …
KHS, a pioneer in coating technology, has launched a new generation of the InnoPET Plasmax machine, offering increased output, improved quality, flexibility, and efficiency. The InnoPET Plasmax technology, introduced around 20 years ago, applies a thin layer of chemically pure glass to the inside of PET bottles, providing effective product protection while maintaining 100% …
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Henkel Adhesive Technologies, Kraton Corporation, and Dow Inc. have joined forces to reduce the carbon footprint of two of Henkel’s North American flagship products for end-of-line packaging: TECHNOMELT® SUPRA 100 and TECHNOMELT® SUPRA 106M. The new TECHNOMELT® SUPRA 100 LE and TECHNOMELT® SUPRA 106M LE formulas, designed with biobased alternatives, have reduced the …
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Nampak Liquid Cartons and Woodlands Dairy have unveiled South Africa’s first tethered cap carton, a move aimed at reducing plastic pollution. This innovative design prevents the cap from being separated from the carton during recycling, ensuring a more sustainable packaging solution. Raymond Dube, from Nampak Liquid Cartons, highlighted the importance of brands making …
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Packaging specialist ALPLA and beverage producer Refriango have commenced production at their new inhouse plant, ALPLA SOPRO, located directly at the Refriango site in Viana, Angola. This collaboration aims to enhance efficiency and capacity while reducing their carbon footprint. ALPLA SOPRO specializes in manufacturing safe, affordable, and sustainable plastic bottles, directly connected to Refriango’s …
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Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals, has announced the launch of Cartaseal® OGB F10, the latest addition to its Cartaseal® portfolio. This water-based barrier coating is designed to replace fluoro-based substances and polyethylene, offering papermakers a sustainable solution for oil and grease resistant packaging. Cartaseal® OGB F10 is FDA and BfR compliant, …
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Amcor, a global leader in packaging solutions, has collaborated with Kimberly Clark to launch packaging for Huggies Eco Protect diapers in Peru. The new packaging contains 30% recycled materials, offering a more sustainable option for the diapers made with certified, plant-based fibers. The bags, designed and produced by Amcor for Kimberly Clark, aim …
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Research indicates a shift among food and beverage (F&B) companies towards reducing plastic use, largely driven by consumer demand for sustainability. Three of the top five commitments by businesses now focus on plastic reduction, with 77% expressing readiness to bear the cost of sustainable practices. This shift reflects the industry’s response to consumer preferences …
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