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 …

Pakistan Government urges nationwide plastic ban following Punjab initiative

  Romina Khurshid Alam, Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Climate Change, commended Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif for implementing a comprehensive ban on plastic bags across the province. According to the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, this move, effective June 5, aligns with global efforts on World Environment Day to combat …

Berry launches fully recyclable, customizable Domino bottle featuring recycled plastic

  Berry Global Group, Inc., a prominent player in sustainable packaging, has introduced the Domino bottle—a customizable rectangular design crafted from up to 100% post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic. Targeting the beauty, home, and personal care sectors, this 250ml bottle features a 75-millimeter-wide front face, alongside customizable side panels that allow branding on all four sides. …

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 …

Amazon’s big move: Cutting plastic packaging by 95%

  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 …

Unilever partners with Serioplast to revolutionize packaging prototyping with 3D printing

  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 launches Evercare™ brand for healthcare packaging market

  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. …

Aldi introduces recycled plastic in crisp packaging to reduce single-use plastics

  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 …

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 …

APICO inaugurates new factory in Al Kharj City, Saudi Arabia

  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 …