Grand Opening Ceremony Marks Inauguration of Gulf Closures, an Aptar Company

In a significant event, Aptar, a global leader in dosing, dispensing, and protection technologies, celebrated the inauguration of Gulf Closures, an Aptar Company, in collaboration with Gulf Closures, a closure manufacturer for beverage products in Bahrain. The grand opening ceremony, held on December 7th, 2023, was graced by the presence of HE Mr. Abdullah bin …

Pepsico introduces locally produced 100% recycled plastic bottles* for Pepsi Brands, a first in the UAE

  PepsiCo HAS introduced 100% recycled plastic bottles for Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, and Pepsi Zero in the UAE. A first in the country, PepsiCo is paving the way for the integration of fully recycled*, locally produced packaging in the Carbonated Soft Drinks (CSDs) category inline with COP28 taking place in the UAE this month. The …

TotalEnergies Boosts Use of Recycled Plastics in Lubricant Bottles

  TotalEnergies, a major player in the energy sector, has taken a significant step towards sustainability by incorporating 50% post-consumer recycled polyethylene in the packaging of its premium lubricants range in Europe. The platinum-coloured bottles are produced by the company’s own polymers segment.   This initiative follows a successful pilot project launched in 2021 with …

HowGood and Carrefour Partner to Showcase Climate Impact Labels on Food Products at COP28

  HowGood, a sustainability intelligence platform boasting the world’s largest ingredient and product sustainability database, has announced a collaboration with Majid Al Futtaim, the operator of Carrefour in the UAE. The initiative aims to display HowGood’s research-backed impact labels on 2,500 food items across five stores, including a presence at COP28. The partnership also involves …

Tetra Pak and PAKPRO Launch Beverage Carton Recovery in East Africa, PAKPRO’s Global Climate Initiatives at COP28

Tetra Pak East Africa, in collaboration with the Packaging Producer Responsibility Organization (PAKPRO), has launched a groundbreaking initiative to recover used beverage cartons in East Africa. According to a series of linkedin posts by PACKPRO, the announcement was made during a kick-start project aimed at addressing environmental concerns related to plastic packaging.   Speaking at …

LuLu, Mastercard, and Unilever Launch Sustainable Initiative at COP28

LuLu, Mastercard, and Unilever have unveiled a pioneering collaboration at COP28 to encourage and reward consumers for making sustainable choices. The initiative supports the Mastercard Priceless Planet Coalition’s tree restoration, emphasizing mangrove restoration in the UAE.   In a signing ceremony at COP28, LuLu Group’s Executive Director, Ashraf Ali M A, Khalil Yassine of Unilever …

PRIME Summit & Awards 2023: Unveiling the Future of Packaging in a Grand Dubai Affair

The PRIME Summit & Awards 2023, held at the Conrad Hotel in Dubai on November 21-22, proved to be a resounding success, attracting over 200 delegates from across the Middle East. The two-day conference featured a series of insightful sessions, keynotes, and success stories, providing a comprehensive overview of the latest trends and innovations in …

TotalEnergies Boosts Use of Recycled Plastics in Lubricant Bottles

TotalEnergies, a major player in the energy sector, has taken a significant step towards sustainability by incorporating 50% post-consumer recycled polyethylene in the packaging of its premium lubricants range in Europe. The platinum-coloured bottles are produced by the company’s own polymers segment.   This initiative follows a successful pilot project launched in 2021 with the …

Aptar Beauty Introduces Mono Micro: A Monomaterial Airless Dispenser for Sustainable Packaging

Aptar Beauty, a division of global consumer packaging company Aptar, has unveiled its inaugural monomaterial airless dispenser, known as Mono Micro. Initially introduced across the Micro 30ml range, the company intends to extend this sustainable solution to encompass the entire Micro range.   The Mono Micro distinguishes itself by being crafted entirely from polyethylene (PE), …

Sidel Unveils Ultra-Small, Ultra-Light PET Bottle for Liquid Dairy Products

  Sidel has introduced a new PET bottle designed to provide a competitive edge for liquid dairy manufacturers. The miniature-sized bottle, catering to capacities between 65ml to 150ml, is particularly suited for products like drinking and probiotic yogurts, fitting seamlessly into both ambient and cold chain processes. Additionally, its versatility extends to applications in the …