Flint Group appoints Pepijn Dinandt as CEO

  Flint Group has announced the appointment of Pepijn Dinandt as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective 1 September 2024. With three decades of leadership experience across various industries, Dinandt brings a wealth of knowledge to the role.   Dinandt expressed enthusiasm about his new position, stating, “I am honoured to lead such a well-established company …

Ma Hawa launches Water-from-Air Bottles at ADNOC and Union Coop in UAE

  Ma Hawa, an Emirati brand owned by Baynunah Watergeneration Technologies SP LLC, has launched its innovative Water-from-Air bottles in the UAE. These sustainable drinking water bottles are now available at select ADNOC and Union Coop stores, marking a significant step towards eco-friendly hydration solutions.   Starting in September, Ma Hawa’s bottles will be stocked …

Avery Dennison introduces AD Minidose U9XM for enhanced traceability in healthcare

  Avery Dennison has unveiled the AD Minidose U9XM, a new UHF RFID inlay designed for the identification of small pharmaceutical and healthcare items, including syringes, vials, and various packaging formats.   The AD Minidose U9XM is one of the smallest available inlays and is approved for healthcare applications by Auburn University’s RFID Lab. It …

Cheerios unveils new packaging highlighting nutritional benefits

  Cheerios has unveiled new packaging for its breakfast cereal range, emphasizing its key nutritional features, including its multigrain composition and high-fiber content.   The updated design highlights Cheerios’ nutritional benefits, particularly its inclusion of three whole grains—oats, wheat, and barley—in each serving. The Multigrain and Honey variants are also fortified with seven vitamins and …

Arla launches new Milka chocolate milk range

  Arla Foods, in collaboration with Mondelēz International, has introduced a new line of Milka chocolate milk products. This launch marks a significant development in the history of the Milka brand, which Mondelēz has owned since 2012.   The new Milka chocolate milk range, which became available in June 2024, includes three flavors—Original Chocolate, Caramel, …

The CIRCLE Alliance: Scaling packaging circularity to reduce plastic waste

  Unilever, USAID, and EY have launched the CIRCLE Alliance, a $21 million public-private initiative designed to address plastic pollution. The alliance aims to support entrepreneurs and small businesses across the plastics value chain in reducing plastic use and advancing circular economies.   The CIRCLE Alliance will focus on scaling solutions that combat plastic waste, …

Sealed Air unveils new BUBBLE WRAP® brand Ready-To-Roll Embossed Paper

  Sealed Air has launched the BUBBLE WRAP® brand Ready-To-Roll Embossed Paper, a new fiber-based packaging solution designed for enhanced protection during shipping. The product integrates the traditional cushioning of BUBBLE WRAP® with a curbside-recyclable embossed paper.   Targeted at pack station environments, the embossed paper is lightweight and durable, conforming to various shapes for …

ALPLA and zerooo develop reusable PET bottles for cosmetics

  ALPLA and SEA ME GmbH’s zerooo have introduced a new line of reusable PET bottles designed for cosmetic and personal care products. Starting in September, brands in Germany will begin offering products like shampoo, shower gel, and body lotion in these 300-millilitre bottles. The bottles come in clear, milky white, and brown and are …

Huhtamaki Flexibles Istanbul receives P&G’s 2023 Excellence Award

  Huhtamaki Flexibles Istanbul has been awarded the P&G 2023 Excellence Award, joining a distinguished group of around 80 suppliers selected from approximately 60,000 globally. The award recognizes the company’s significant role within P&G’s supply ecosystem.   The accolade highlights the strong partnership between Huhtamaki and P&G, emphasizing the company’s consistent delivery of high-quality goods …