The Middle East and Africa (MEA) paper and pulp industry is expected to surpass USD 20 billion within the next six to seven years, driven by growing demand for packaging solutions. GCC countries, particularly Saudi Arabia and the UAE, are leading this rise, with paper packaging playing a key role in the region’s growth, …
McDonald’s progress and strategy in sustainable packaging and waste reduction
McDonald’s is advancing its efforts to reduce waste and transition to sustainable packaging and toy materials. These initiatives are aimed at supporting environmental protection and long-term business resilience. Key strategies include redesigning packaging, exploring alternative materials, and enhancing recovery opportunities. Recent Achievements By late 2023, McDonald’s had achieved approximately 86.7% of its goal …
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Felix Schoeller to open Competence Center in Turkey and Middle East in 2025
Felix Schoeller, a global specialty paper manufacturer, is set to open a new competence center in Istanbul in January 2025, expanding its services to Turkey and the Middle East. The center will provide customer service, technical support, and consulting for its premium specialty papers. The announcement was made ahead of the Intermob trade fair …
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McDonald’s introduces Mini McFlurry and in sustainable packaging
McDonald’s is launching a new, smaller version of its McFlurry dessert alongside an update to its packaging, starting Sept. 10, 2024, at participating U.S. restaurants. The new “Mini McFlurry” offers a smaller portion of the popular treat, available in classic flavors like OREO® and M&M’S®, as well as limited-time varieties. In addition to …
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Fosber partners with Print & Pack TEC to expand Middle East presence
Fosber S.p.A. has announced the appointment of a new agent for key markets in the Middle East, including the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, and Kuwait. The company has partnered with Print & Pack TEC, a provider of solutions and services for the paper converting and corrugated industries in the region. …
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Nestlé expands paper-based packaging across major brands
Nestlé is advancing its sustainable packaging efforts with the introduction of paper-based innovations across several key brands. As part of its ongoing mission to reduce plastic use, the company recently launched paperboard canisters for the Vital Proteins brand in the United States. This new packaging reduces plastic content by 90% compared to previous designs. …
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Estée Lauder advances towards Sustainable Packaging Goals
Estée Lauder Companies (ELC) is progressing toward its 2025 sustainable packaging targets, nearing completion with just a few percentage points left to achieve. The company has introduced various innovative packaging solutions and design guidelines to support its sustainability efforts. In 2020, ELC established ambitious sustainability goals for its packaging, aiming for 75% to …
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ILLIG introduces new dry fiber packaging system
ILLIG packaging solutions GmbH is introducing its new modular production system for dry natural fiber (dry fiber) packaging. This innovation will be showcased at Fachpack 2024 in Nuremberg and aims to meet the rising demand for sustainable packaging solutions. The new ILLIG Dry Fiber Molding Machine (DFM) allows for the production of a …
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Google achieves 100% plastic-free packaging for hardware products
Google has announced that it has successfully transitioned to 100% plastic-free packaging for its Pixel, Nest, and Fitbit devices. Initially, the company had pledged to achieve this milestone by 2025, but it has reached this goal ahead of schedule. The new packaging design emphasizes ease of recycling and sustainability. The shift from plastic …
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Siegwerk launches new functional coatings for sustainable paper packaging
Siegwerk has announced new functional coatings for paper packaging designed to enhance barrier and heat-seal properties. The new coatings, part of the company’s CIRKIT product line, aim to meet the growing demand for recyclable and sustainable paper packaging. Oliver Waddington, Head of Business Development for Circular Economy Coatings at Siegwerk, highlighted the challenge …
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