RMB Corvest, in partnership with Dlondlobala Capital, has completed a management buyout (MBO) of Nampak Liquid Cartons, a division of Nampak Products Ltd, along with its operations in Zambia and Malawi. The acquisition will see the formation of the Diversified Liquid Packaging Group (DLP Group), which will retain its current operations and workforce. …
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Marigold Health Foods has announced a switch to Sonoco’s fully recyclable EnviroCan® packaging for its natural and organic products. The new packaging, made from paper-based materials, supports Marigold’s commitment to sustainability while addressing the growing demand for environmentally friendly food packaging. The packaging will be used for products such as nutritional yeast, bouillon, …
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Tetra Pak has released its first-ever Arabia sustainability report, highlighting the company’s initiatives and investments in circularity and environmental sustainability across the Middle East. The report outlines Tetra Pak’s progress in key areas including circularity, climate action, food systems, and social responsibility. A central focus of the report is Tetra Pak’s investment in …
Sistrade is focusing on supporting both national and international partners in achieving the European Union’s Green Deal goals, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050. To address the current energy crisis, marked by soaring oil and gas prices, the EU is accelerating efforts to reduce reliance on non-renewable energy sources. The manufacturing sector, which …
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McDonald’s is advancing its efforts to reduce waste and transition to sustainable packaging and toy materials. These initiatives are aimed at supporting environmental protection and long-term business resilience. Key strategies include redesigning packaging, exploring alternative materials, and enhancing recovery opportunities. Recent Achievements By late 2023, McDonald’s had achieved approximately 86.7% of its goal …
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Origin Materials has introduced its CapFormer System, the first commercial-scale manufacturing system for PET caps and closures. The company has also successfully completed the Factory Acceptance Test for the system, validating its performance specifications with over 98% manufacturing efficiency. “Today marks a significant milestone for sustainable packaging and recycling,” said Origin Co-CEO and …
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Rebound, a UAE-based subsidiary of Sirius International Holding, has launched a subscription-based recycling platform aimed at enhancing the circular economy. The platform facilitates global connections between buyers, sellers, and partners of recyclable materials, while offering a model that charges 0% commission on trades to boost profitability. The platform, which now supports a wider …
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Felix Schoeller, a global specialty paper manufacturer, is set to open a new competence center in Istanbul in January 2025, expanding its services to Turkey and the Middle East. The center will provide customer service, technical support, and consulting for its premium specialty papers. The announcement was made ahead of the Intermob trade fair …
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UPM Specialty Papers, Henkel, and Koenig & Bauer have collaborated to create a digitally printable, sustainable confectionery pouch. The new ‘doypack’ concept is heat-sealable, recyclable within existing fibre recycling streams, and safe for food contact. The project centers around UPM’s Asendo™ barrier paper, optimized for digital printing on Koenig & Bauer’s RotaJET press. …
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McDonald’s is launching a new, smaller version of its McFlurry dessert alongside an update to its packaging, starting Sept. 10, 2024, at participating U.S. restaurants. The new “Mini McFlurry” offers a smaller portion of the popular treat, available in classic flavors like OREO® and M&M’S®, as well as limited-time varieties. In addition to …
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