Sustainability
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Bariq enters Saudi Arabia with kingdom’s first rPET recycling plant
will produce high-quality pellets and flakes using advanced technologies to meet international quality standards.
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Ghana, UNIDO move forward with circular textile innovation centre to tackle waste and boost industry
The centre will provide laboratory testing and technical services to support textile sorting and classification.
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Morocco’s waste generation set to more than double by 2050, World Bank warns
At the moment, the Kingdom generates over 26 million tons of solid waste annually.
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Mpact to shut Springs Cartonboard Mill as global oversupply and strong rand bite
The mill has a production capacity of about 137 000 t/y of white-lined coated cartonboard.
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Packaging reporting requirements expand as Singapore steps up waste accountability
Now companies must annually report packaging volumes and submit plans to reduce, reuse or recycle materials.
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Amazon, IIT Roorkee turn agri-waste into recyclable paper mailers
The collaboration will reduce plastic usage and cut air pollution.
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Sparxell secures US$5M funding to scale cellulose-based pigments for sustainable packaging
UK – Cambridge spin-out Sparxell has raised US$5 million (€4.23 million) in Pre-Series A funding to accelerate the commercialization of its cellulose-based colourant technology, positioning…
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PCR can be safely used in personal care packaging with robust controls – study finds
Blending PCR with virgin HDPE or using multilayer designs significantly reduces migration risks and supports PPWR readiness.
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Ball equips Münsterland J. Lülf with premium aluminium cans for SpongeBob-themed dairy drinks
The packaging combines character-led design with on-pack messaging to promote recycling.
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Graphic Packaging flags margin pressure as profits slide and restructuring looms
USA – Graphic Packaging Holding Company has reported a sharp decline in profitability for the fourth quarter and full year 2025, while projecting weaker margins…