May 26, 2023 | Sustainable Packaging Africa Magazine

ProAmpac introduces innovative Easy-Peel Open Recyclable snack packaging technology

May 26, 2023May 26, 2023

USA – American flexible packaging and material science company ProAmpac has introduced its patent-pending, ProActive Recyclable R-2200D Easy-Peel Open Packaging. A groundbreaking innovation, the R-2200D provides consumers with a hassle-free snacking experience through its exceptional, easy-peel, easy-to-open sealant technology. ProAmpac’s Recyclable R-2200D Easy-Peel Open is a high-performance polyethylene-based recyclable film designed to replace laminated, non-recyclable structures used in snack packaging,…

Coles axes plastic openings from its tissue boxes selection in sustainability drive

May 26, 2023May 26, 2023

AUSTRALIA – Supermarket chain Coles has announced plans to axe plastic openings from some of its home-brand tissue boxes to minimize its use of plastic packaging. Coles says the initiative will remove 13 tonnes of plastic annually from circulation. The company has calculated the figure based on unit sales for the 52-week period until June 2022. The change will also…

Coca-Cola Beverages Botswana inaugurates new PET line and water treatment plant

May 26, 2023May 26, 2023

BOTSWANA – Coca-Cola Beverages Botswana (CCBB) has unveiled a new state-of-the-art production line and water treatment plant today, representing a total investment of P310 million (US$24.4m). The upgrade will significantly increase the factory’s production capacity and make the company fully compliant in ensuring that clean water is returned to the environment. According to CCBB, the new production line is the…

Egyptian Government to expand Al-Khanasir waste recycling plant capacity

May 26, 2023May 26, 2023

EGYPT – The Egyptian Minister of the Environment, Yasmine Fouad, has announced the expansion of the capacity of the Al-Khanasir solid waste recycling plant in the seaside town of Sharm el-Sheikh. According to the Minister, the government wants to increase the capacity of the Al-Khanasir facility to 150 tonnes per day. Currently, the facility has a capacity of 140 tonnes…

Acquisition roundup: Reconomy snaps up UK Waste Solutions, Mactac acquires Label Supply, Duraco buys Strata-Tac

May 26, 2023May 26, 2023

UK – Telford-based circular economy specialist Reconomy Group has strengthened its position in the commercial waste sector, following its acquisition of UK Waste Solutions Limited. The transaction is projected to enhance the existing market position of the Reconomy Group, especially in the commercial waste sector. The deal will also allow Reconomy to leverage UK Waste Solutions’ offerings for various industries…