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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Amazon has unveiled its largest reduction in plastic packaging to date, replacing 95% of plastic air pillows with paper filler in its delivery packaging. “We’re constantly inventing and thinking big to make our packaging small. We want to ensure that customers receive their items undamaged, while using as little packaging as possible to …
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Unilever, a global leader in fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), has embarked on a groundbreaking collaboration with Serioplast Global Services to transform packaging prototyping using 3D printing technology. This innovative approach aims to accelerate product development cycles and significantly reduce costs associated with traditional mold-making processes. Stefano Cademartiri, CAD & Prototyping Owner at Unilever, …
Evertis has introduced the Evercare™ brand, aiming to become a leading provider of medical-grade films designed for superior performance and regulatory compliance in the healthcare market. Building on over 65 years of experience in developing PET and PETG films for regulated applications, Evercare combines sustainability credentials with the stringent requirements of the healthcare industry. …
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Aldi has taken a significant step towards reducing single-use plastic consumption by introducing recycled plastic in its own-label crisp packaging. This move marks the UK supermarket’s commitment to sustainability, with a minimum of 35% recycled content now incorporated into its Specially Selected Hand Cooked range, already rolled out nationwide. Aldi plans to extend this …
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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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Arabian Plastic Industrial Company Limited (APICO), a prominent player in the plastic products industry, recently inaugurated its new factory in Al Kharj City, Saudi Arabia. The event, attended by senior officials from the company and the Balubaid Group, along with business leaders and industry pioneers, marks a significant step in APICO’s strategic expansion and …
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ExxonMobil, a prominent international energy company, has collaborated with various partners across the value chain to develop a high-barrier, recyclable MDO-PE//PE laminate solution, addressing the rising demand for sustainable packaging alternatives. The initiative aims to tackle the challenge of enhancing packaging sustainability while maintaining essential barrier properties against oxygen and moisture, crucial for …
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As Dubai Municipality announced a comprehensive ban on all single-use bags, including plastic and paper variants, effective June 1st, the world celebrated World Environment Day on June 5th. Dubai Municipality’s move marked a significant milestone in its sustainability journey. This move aligns with the broader mission to curb non-biodegradable single-use plastic waste and …
Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) commemorated the 27th Annual Emirates Recycling Awards on World Environment Day, held at Dubai Knowledge Park, with a diverse gathering including representatives from academic institutions, government bodies, private enterprises, the diplomatic corps, families, and the media. The event, patronized by H.H. Engr. Sheikh Salem bin Sultan bin Saqr Al Qasimi, …
