Every Can Counts, a prominent program advocating for drink can recycling, has inaugurated its UAE chapter. Launched at COP28 in Dubai, this initiative is supported by Emirates Global Aluminium, Crown, and Canpack, with the goal of elevating the UAE’s recycling rates from one-third to 100%. The UAE, now the third non-European country to …
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Berry Global’s Silotite® brand, known for its balewrap products, has unveiled a new film incorporating 25% post-consumer recycled plastic (PCR) into its lineup of agricultural films, known as the B Circular Range. Named SilotitePro1800 Sustane, this new addition aims to enhance the environmental footprint of the product while maintaining high performance. According to …
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Tata Elxsi, a prominent player in product engineering and design services, has unveiled an innovative packaging design for Vatika Shampoo range in the UAE market. This initiative follows a recent brand refresh for Vatika, a leading natural hair care brand. Tata Elxsi contributed significantly to crafting a fresh design language system, emphasizing Vatika’s commitment …
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Nestlé continues its strides towards a waste-free future with significant progress in reducing packaging waste and enhancing waste management efforts. Over the past five years, since pledging commitment to the Global Commitment on plastic waste, Nestlé, along with other leading signatories, has surpassed market expectations in reducing virgin plastic usage and increasing recyclability, states …
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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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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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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 …
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 …
In a significant move aimed at meeting the growing local and export demand, PepsiCo has revealed plans to invest over SAR 200 million in the expansion of its Dammam plant. The substantial investment is anticipated to enhance the overall capacity of the state-of-the-art facility. This development aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 objectives, reflecting …
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In response to the upcoming European regulations that emphasize the adoption of circular packaging and returnable bottles, Sidel has unveiled a dedicated PET bottle tailored for carbonated beverages, with a focus on long-lasting reusability. The European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation has set the stage for the promotion of a circular economy, placing …
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