New data shows major SA brands are meeting plastic collection and recycling targets
NEWLY released data shows that several major South African brands are meeting targets when it comes to collecting and recycling the plastic packaging in...
Pick ‘n Pay set to roll out more RVMs
By Sue Segar
ON the back of the success of the reverse vending machines (RVMs) which the Pick ‘n Pay Group has set up on...
Innovative packaging solutions trade expo returns to the Western Cape
IT’s been six years since the last edition of Propak Cape was held in the Western Cape as the twentieth anniversary show scheduled for...
Uptake of Coke’s 1,5 returnable PET bottles is growing
By Sue Segar
MORE than 30 years ago, the Coca-Cola Peninsula Beverages Company (CCPB)– a franchise bottler of the Coca-Cola Company which operates in the...
Southern African Vinyls Association (SAVA) hosts successful “Innovation in PVC” Conference
The Southern African Vinyls Association (SAVA) proudly celebrated a historic milestone as it hosted its inaugural "Innovation in PVC" conference on Wednesday, August 30,...
Pushing polymers limits
Modern day plastics have improved to the point where they are able to outperform traditional materials in a myriad of applications and even withstand...
Successful inaugural Plastics Portfolio Committee meeting convenes in Cape Town
The Cape Chamber of Commerce and Industry took a significant step towards fostering sustainable growth and economic development in the province by hosting the...
Transpaco remains resilient amid tough trading conditions
JSE listed paper, plastic and packaging group Transpaco announced results for
the year ended 30 June 2023 with operating profit up 13.3% to R252,5 million
compared...
Small supplier shines light on local artists with reusable bottle of water
Yes! Definitely, has experienced tremendous growth since partnering with the Shoprite Group, growing from supplying just five Checkers stores to 50 across the Western Cape in a year.
The company, founded by entrepreneur Tracy Ruggier, produces spring...
Load Shedding Crisis: Plastic manufacturing sector suffers 30%-40% declines
Load shedding is having a disastrous impact on the local plastic manufacturing sector, with some SMME’s reporting declines of around 30%-40%, according to Plastics...
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Plastics industry news on Cape Business News (CBN) focuses on innovations in sustainable materials, recycling practices, and regulatory developments in the plastics sector. CBN covers topics such as biodegradable plastics, production technology, and market trends that impact industries reliant on plastics. This sector’s news is critical for companies seeking sustainable solutions and compliance with environmental standards in plastics manufacturing.
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