On Sunday, the Lagos State Government declared an immediate ban on the use and distribution of Styrofoam and other single-use plastics within the state. Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, made the announcement in a statement he personally signed, citing the environmental impact of these materials. Wahab highlighted the adverse …
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In a significant development at the 28th Conference of Parties (COP28), Rebound, an innovative company dedicated to minimizing plastic impact on the environment, proudly announces its partnership with the Circular Packaging Association (CPA). The collaboration aims to standardize plastics recyclates, advancing efforts towards unified material standards in the UAE and the global community. …
Pringles has launched a new eco-friendly paper tube, designed to simplify the recycling process for consumers. The paper tubes, now exclusively available at Tesco stores and online, replace the familiar steel-based Pringles can introduced in the 1960s. Crafted from recycled paper with a paper base, the new packaging allows customers to dispose of …
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Ferrero Rocher has embarked on a journey of eco-conscious packaging since 2019, expanding to the rollout with the 24-piece gift box in 2023. This heralds a momentous breakthrough, as the celebrated chocolatier undertakes a steadfast commitment to render all its packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Crafted from polypropylene (PP), the eco-designed boxes are a …
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In a strategic step towards long-term sustainable production and packaging in Saudi Arabia, IFFCO Group, a multinational FMCG group based in the UAE, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tetra Pak, a global leader in food processing and packaging solutions. This collaboration is part of IFFCO’s strategic plans centered around Environmental, …
Coveris, a leading packaging solutions provider, has unveiled a groundbreaking advancement in thermoforming film packaging—MonoFlex Thermoform. This recyclable solution offers a sustainable alternative to the non-recyclable materials typically used in the food packaging sector. Developed from high-performance monomaterials, MonoFlex Thermoform marks a shift from non-recyclable, mixed-material thermoforming substrates, contributing to a substantial reduction …
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Henkel Polybit’s Dammam facility achieves a milestone with its inaugural fully circular manufacturing hub in the IMEA region, emphasizing the company’s dedication to sustainability and innovation. The Dammam site has achieved full circularity for waste material, marking a notable achievement for Henkel in the IMEA region. The site team has introduced a cutting-edge solution …
All4Labels, a leading Global Packaging Group celebrated for its innovative strides, recently emphasized its dedication to sustainability at COP28, the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference in Dubai. The company’s active engagement in this global event reinforces its firm commitment to environmental responsibility, pioneering product innovation, and transparent supply chains. At the …
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In a collaborative effort led by SFA Packaging and JOZO, the introduction of NextCycle IMLTM labels marks a significant stride towards achieving fully recyclable and circular packaging. The packaging evolution, assessed by RecyClass, now holds a B-score, aligning with evolving industry guidelines. JOZO’s saltshaker tubes underwent a remarkable transformation from a multicomponent structure, …
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Hotpack Global recently had its Head of Sustainability, Dr. Mike Cheetham, participate in a Fireside Chat at the Emirates NBD showcase stand, Green Zone – COP28 UAE. The discussion, alongside Mr. Vivek Shah, Head of Corporate Banking, Emirates Islamic, centered on the topic of “Sustainable packaging solutions for a greener future.” This Fireside Chat …
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