DS Smith and Coca-Cola HBC Austria Introduce Sustainable Cardboard Packaging Innovation

      DS Smith PLC, a global leader in sustainable fiber-based packaging, and Coca-Cola HBC Austria have joined forces to replace plastic handles on 1.5-liter PET soft drink multi-packs with cardboard-based outer packaging. This eco-friendly solution, known as DS Smith Lift Up, is set to debut in Austrian supermarkets starting September 2023. The innovative …

Aptar’s PZ Twist Enhances NUXE Sun Range with Innovative Dispensing Solution

      NUXE Sun’s popular Tanning Sun Oil and Delicious Sun Spray have received a sustainable makeover with the introduction of the innovative PZ Twist spray pump from Aptar Beauty.   Responding to NUXE’s quest for a more sustainable, high-performing, and visually appealing spray pump, Aptar Beauty’s PZ Twist has stepped up to the …

Extrupet Continues Partnership with EREMA for PET Recycling Technology Expansion

      Extrupet, a leading force in PET bottle material recycling across the African continent since its establishment in 2000, is set to expand its operations with the acquisition of a VACUNITE® machine from EREMA in June 2024. This expansion marks the latest chapter in Extrupet’s longstanding collaboration with EREMA, which dates back to …

Mondelēz International and Amcor Collaborate to Advance Circular Economy for Plastic Packaging

          In a joint effort to bolster the circular economy for plastic packaging in Australia, global packaging leaders Mondelēz International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MDLZ) and Amcor have come together to invest in Licella Advanced Recycling, a pioneer in advanced recycling technology.   These investments will facilitate the construction of one of Australia’s …

Henkel Adhesive Technologies Earns Accolades for Innovations in Sustainable Metal Pretreatment Solutions

        Henkel Adhesive Technologies has been acknowledged by its customers through three prestigious awards for its innovative and sustainable solutions in metal pretreatments. The awards include the Paint Sustainability Innovation Award from ArcelorMittal, the Global Supplier Award from Novelis, and Best Project of 2022 from B/S/H.   ArcelorMittal, a global steel producer, …

Kimoha Brings Excellence Awards to Motivate Employees

        As one of the first of its kind in the region, Kimoha management introduces its in-house Print Excellence Awards Program competition to keep the employees motivated to develop their technology skills.   Packaging MEA Editor Ben Daniel reports from Kimoha Entrepreneurs in Jebel Ali, Dubai.   Ben: It’s a wonderful experience …

Ericsson Implements Sustainable Packaging for Greener Supply Chain

    Stockholm, August 20, 2023 – Ericsson, a global technology company, has unveiled a groundbreaking sustainable packaging solution for its Remote Radio products. The initiative, aligned with Ericsson’s sustainability strategy, marks a significant step toward reducing plastic waste in the supply chain and advancing environmental responsibility.   The project, developed by Ericsson’s design team, …

Abu Dhabi’s Bold Initiative: Collecting and Recycling 20 Million Single-Use Plastic Bottles Annually

        The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi, in conjunction with its key partners, has unveiled an ambitious endeavor aimed at gathering a staggering 20 million single-use plastic bottles per year for recycling. This monumental effort will be achieved through the installation of 70 cutting-edge bottle retrieval machines and 26 intelligent containers strategically …

Constantia Flexibles Unveils REGULA CIRC: A Sustainable Breakthrough in Pharmaceutical Packaging

      Constantia Flexibles is proud to announce its latest pharmaceutical packaging solution, the coldform foil REGULA CIRC, a cutting-edge technology that sets a new standard for sustainability in blister packaging. Designed with circularity in mind, REGULA CIRC complies with future regulations and legislation, offering a total barrier solution that meets the highest sustainable …