Sustainable Packaging
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Hotpack launches PCR shopping bags in collaboration with Spinneys in UAE
UAE – Hotpack Global, the UAE firm manufacturing sustainable packaging products, has launched post-consumer recycled (PCR) shopping bags for Spinneys, marking a significant milestone in…
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Mpact contracts Andritz to upgrade its pulping line in South Africa
SOUTH AFRICA – Paper and plastic packaging producer and recycler Mpact has contracted international technology group Andritz to upgrade a pulping line at its Mkhondo…
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Half of UK consumers don’t understand labeling on packs, survey reveals
UK – Meal kit specialist HelloFresh has released a survey on food waste claiming almost half of UK consumers don’t understand labeling on packs. In…
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Piedmont Plastics strengthen its portfolio with acquisition of Diversified Display Products
USA – Charlotte-based plastic sheet, rod, tube and film distributor, Piedmont Plastics has announced the acquisition of New Jersey-based company Diversified Display Products. Founded in…
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Glassmaker Encirc appoints managing director of its expanded beverages division
UK – Encirc, a leading glass manufacturer and co-packer has appointed Richard Lloyd to the position of Managing Director of its Encirc Beverages business unit,…
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Oliver Healthcare Packaging acquires EK-Pack Folien, strengthening its portfolio
GERMANY – Global leader in developing sterile, flexible healthcare and medical packaging, Oliver Healthcare Packaging has acquired Germany-based film and foil technology producer EK-Pack Folien.…
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Norfund, AFIG Funds invests in Nouvelle Mici Embaci to scale operations
IVORY COAST – Norfund and Advanced Finance and Investment Group (AFIG Funds) have announced a joint acquisition of Nouvelle Mici Embaci (“NME”) to scale up…
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Rwanda seeks investment to strengthen sustainable packaging solutions
RWANDA – The government of Rwanda is actively seeking investors to engage in the development of environmentally friendly alternative packaging solutions. Faustin Munyazikwiye, the Deputy…
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BOBST to strengthen packaging industry supply chain with launch of digital solution
SWITZERLAND – Swiss packaging machinery and services supplier Bobst has unveiled new printing, converting, services and, performance innovations to support its customers in digitalizing the…
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Mondi plans to invest US$17.40M to boost MailerBAG production in Poland
POLAND – Sustainable packaging and paper manufacturer Mondi has revealed plans to invest over €16 million (US$17.40m) in its Krapkowice plant in Poland in response…