The global discussion on plastic’s environmental impact has created a divide, with two opposing narratives shaping the conversation. One side warns of a future drowned in plastic waste, while the other argues that plastic, when managed responsibly, can be a sustainable material that outperforms alternatives. Images of plastic waste floating in rivers and …
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Ranpak Holdings Corp. will present its automated end-of-line (EOL) packaging solutions at Logistica Next, taking place from November 5 to 7 at Jaarbeurs, Utrecht. The portfolio, displayed across two adjacent booths (07-C008 and 07-C020), will highlight modular solutions designed to optimize efficiency, cut costs, and enhance sustainability in packaging operations. The exhibition will …
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The 28th edition of Beautyworld Middle East, scheduled from October 28 to 30 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, will showcase regional and international brands focused on sustainability and ethical practices in the beauty industry. Spread across 15 halls, this year’s event has expanded by 12% compared to 2023, hosting over 2,000 exhibitors, with …
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Nua Cosmetics, ITC Packaging, and ADBioplastics have collaborated to develop a compostable bio-based bottle made with polylactic acid (PLA) for Provei Global’s brand, Biositivo. This initiative aligns with Provei Global’s commitment to sustainable packaging and ecological baby care. Provei Global sought a solution that combined a compostable bottle with a high-quality, eco-friendly baby …
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Uber Eats has teamed up with Releaf Paper to introduce eco-friendly food delivery bags made from fallen leaf fibres in France. The initiative, part of Uber’s broader sustainability strategy, was announced at the Go Get Zero event in London and will initially roll out in Paris through the newly launched Green Packaging Marketplace. …
In a move to enhance customer experience and promote sustainability, Amazon has rebranded its “Ships in Own Container” (SIOC) program to “Ships in Product Packaging” (SIPP). This initiative allows sellers using Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) to ship products in their own branded packaging, eliminating the need for Amazon-added materials. By minimizing excess packaging, sellers …
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Two students from Sheffield Hallam University have won a competition to design sustainable food packaging for Deliveroo. William Shaw and Josephine Cooper received the top prize for their innovative sealing system and updates to an existing packaging product. The competition, organized by Deliveroo and supported by BioPak, challenged students from the university’s Packaging …
Sonoco has introduced its latest innovation in sustainable packaging with a 95% paper-based can, part of its EnviroCan® Paper Bottom range. This new product, which is fully recyclable, is aimed at enhancing the recyclability of packaging while maintaining durability and functionality. The 95% paper-based can replaces the conventional metal bottom with a fiber-based …
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Borealis, Henkel, and Korozo Group have collaborated to develop flexible packaging for laundry powder detergent containing 30% post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic. This initiative, now available in Central Eastern Europe, aims to drive circularity in packaging through innovation and cooperation across the supply chain. The packaging, used for Henkel’s laundry brands such as Persil, …
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At the Responsible Hoteliers Summit in Dubai, Kamran Khan, CEO of NIA, urged hospitality leaders to take immediate action against the use of single-use plastic bottles. In his keynote address, Khan highlighted the staggering figure that 600 billion plastic bottles are sold globally each year, with less than 15 percent being recycled. “The majority …
