Berry Global and Mars have announced the switch of Mars’ pantry jars for M&M’S®, SKITTLES®, and STARBURST® brands to 100% recycled plastic, excluding the jar lids. This update follows a 2022 launch of jars made with 15% recycled plastic, marking a significant step in their ongoing sustainability collaboration. The new jars, available in 60-, 81-, …
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Borouge Plc reported a 24% year-on-year increase in net profit for 2024, reaching $1.24 billion. The rise was supported by record production levels of 5.2 million tonnes and sales volumes of 5.3 million tonnes, driven by strong demand for the company’s polyolefin solutions. The company recorded an industry-leading EBITDA margin of 41%, with …
Songwon Industrial Co., Ltd. has partnered with Altek International FZE to expand the availability of PVC stabilizers in the Middle East. Effective January 1, 2025, the collaboration aims to address the region’s growing demand for PVC solutions in industries such as construction, packaging, and electrical. SONGWON, headquartered in South Korea, is a global …
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Tetra Pak, a leader in food packaging and processing, has partnered with Union Paper Mills (UPM) to establish the UAE’s first recycling line for carton packages. The AED 2.5 million joint investment aims to process up to 10,000 tonnes of post-consumer carton packaging annually, diverting waste from landfills and supporting the country’s sustainability goals. …
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Borouge, a petrochemical company specializing in polyolefin solutions, has entered a strategic partnership with the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) to advance artificial intelligence (AI) research, foster innovation, and offer student internship opportunities. The collaboration aims to bolster AI and digitalization initiatives at Borouge, supporting industries such as energy, healthcare, …
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The flexible packaging print-converting industry has reached a significant milestone with the launch of the Machine Direction Oriented Polyethylene (MDO-PE) pouch. This journey transforms initial concepts into successful retail products through several critical stages. Market Demand: Responding to market demands, Emirates Printing Press (EPP), a leader in responsible packaging, has introduced the innovative …
Flexible packaging has emerged as a versatile and sustainable solution, delivering substantial benefits for both manufacturers and consumers and signaling a pivotal shift in the industry. Amidst sustainability concerns, industry leaders collaborate to introduce Machine Direction Oriented Polyethylene (MDO PE) developed through innovative research and technology. MDO-PE film offers immediate sustainability benefits primarily due …
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Berry Global has introduced its new DecoFusion™ tube technology, designed to improve branding and sustainability in the packaging market. The patented technology allows for 360° uninterrupted artwork and features thinner sidewalls, reducing material usage while enhancing the consumer experience. The new tubes are constructed using a hybrid technology process that combines high-resolution graphics …
SABIC has partnered with iyris (formerly RedSea) and Napco National to develop a durable greenhouse roofing solution using certified circular polyethylene from its TRUCIRCLE™ portfolio. The initiative supports Saudi Arabia’s National Food Production Initiative (NFPI), aiming to enhance agricultural sustainability and food security in the region. The greenhouse roofing utilizes SABIC® linear low-density …
Indorama Ventures has announced a collaboration with Suntory, ENEOS Corporation, Mitsubishi Corporation, Iwatani, and Neste to launch the world’s first commercially produced PET bottles made from bio-paraxylene. The innovative bottles, made from used cooking oil, mark a significant step in sustainable packaging, with the potential to reduce CO2 emissions in PET production. Starting …
