Tetra Pak

The machine—run by Unique Timber Plastics in Johannesburg’s Heriotdale industrial area, removes plastic and aluminium layers from used cartons, producing pellets reused as industrial inputs.

Safe and convenient for children and elderly users alike, the package opens in three easy steps, no sharp edges, by folding the sides up, lifting the tab, and tearing along the dotted line.

Wu’s new role heading Tetra Pak ANZ will focus on helping customers enhance food safety, reduce environmental footprint, and strengthen food systems through advanced packaging and processing technology.

At Nairobi’s Serena Hotel, industry partners, government officials, and stakeholders gathered to celebrate the company’s 70-year presence in East Africa since its 1956 Nairobi launch.

The compact carton shape allows packages to fit tightly together, improving shelf efficiency and enabling more product per metre.

The pack is fitted with the LightWing 30 tethered cap, a hinged closure that can be opened in one step, closed again after use and stays connected to the carton to help prevent litter.

The technology was later expanded to high-speed lines. Scaling to a 1 litre carton is significant because the dairy industry’s core volume format requires high-speed filling lines, reliable shelf life, and consistent seal integrity.

The Tetra Pak® A3/Speed delivers high package outputs of up to 24,000 packages per hour.

His appointment aims to signal a continued focus on driving innovation, sustainability and customer partnership.