Coca-Cola targets 2035 with bold sustainable packaging goals

  The Coca-Cola Company has announced updated environmental goals, with a strong focus on sustainable packaging. The company aims to significantly reduce packaging waste and increase the use of recycled materials by 2035.   A key target is to integrate 35%-40% recycled materials into its primary packaging—plastic, glass, and aluminum—while increasing the use of recycled …

SIG secures sale of 13 filling lines at Gulfood Manufacturing 2024

  SIG, a global packaging solutions provider, has secured the sale of 13 filling lines during its participation in Gulfood Manufacturing 2024, held from November 5–7 in Dubai. The sold lines encompass SIG’s full range of aseptic carton, bag-in-box, and spouted pouch systems.   Abdelghany Eladib, President & General Manager for India, Middle East & …

Trivium Packaging shines with three wins at Can of the Year awards

  For the fifth consecutive year, Trivium Packaging has been recognized at The Canmaker’s Can of the Year Awards for its advancements in sustainable and functional metal packaging. The awards, one of the longest-standing in the metal packaging industry, celebrate innovation in aluminum and steel packaging.   Trivium won three accolades this year: a Gold …

Reifenhäuser Group leads the way in sustainable plastic extrusion technologies

  With over a century of expertise, the Reifenhäuser Group stands as a beacon of innovation and sustainability in the plastics industry. Founded in 1911 by Anton Reifenhäuser and still family-owned today, the company has evolved into a global leader with 1,750 employees worldwide across four specialized business units dedicated to films and nonwovens.   …

New 2-liter recycle-ready pouch set to revolutionize home care packaging

  Amcor, in collaboration with Mespack, has introduced a 2-liter recycle-ready stand-up pouch for home care products such as liquid soaps, cleaners, and laundry detergents. This innovation addresses the technical challenges of larger-format pouches while meeting sustainability demands.   Until now, recycle-ready pouches have been limited to sizes between 1 and 1.5 liters due to …

smartwater rolls out stylish new Aluminum Cans

  smartwater by the Coca-Cola Company has launched a new line of 12-ounce aluminum cans in the United States, offering both its original and alkaline variants. This marks the first time vapor-distilled water has been available in this format. The cans are designed with a sleek, modern aesthetic, aiming to provide a functional and convenient …

Emirates Environmental Group explores Packaging Innovation for Sustainability

  The Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) convened its fifth and final panel discussion for 2024, focusing on sustainable packaging solutions amid growing environmental challenges.   Titled “Packaging Innovation: Influence on Environment and Health”, the event brought together experts from government, academia, and the private sector to address the environmental and health impacts of modern packaging. …

Tetra Pak and Union Paper Mills launch UAE’s first carton package recycling line

  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. …

Hotpack Global earns EcoVadis ‘Committed’ badge

  Hotpack Global, a UAE-based packaging solutions provider, has been awarded the EcoVadis “Committed” badge in recognition of its efforts to integrate sustainability into its operations. The certification highlights the company’s adherence to environmental responsibility, ethical business practices, respect for labor and human rights, and sustainable procurement.   Hotpack’s sustainability initiatives are guided by its …

Guerlain partners with Aptar Beauty for L’Art & La Matière collection

  Guerlain has chosen Aptar Beauty as the supplier for pumps in its L’Art & La Matière collection, encompassing both fragrances and personal care products. The collaboration highlights Aptar Beauty’s Sensea fragrance pump and GSA dispensing pump, aligning functionality with Guerlain’s emphasis on luxury and refillability.   The Sensea fragrance pump is utilized for all …