Plastic can rings have been quite commonplace over the years in the packaging world, but new packaging initiatives like this paperboard 'CanCollar' are being launched to help make them a thing of the past. The new packaging solution has been announced by Coca-Cola European Partners and will be launched in Spain where it will prevent more than 18 tonnes of plastic from heading to the landfill on an annual basis. The packaging doesn't require the use of any glue or adhesives to make it highly recyclable after use.
Vice President of Sustainability at Coca-Cola European Partners Joe Franses spoke on the new paperboard CanCollar saying, "The agreement with WestRock exemplifies our clear commitment to reduce plastic in our secondary packaging. By the end of 2020, we will have removed more than 4,000 tonnes of hard to recycle plastic from our secondary packaging in Western Europe. It’s through collaborating on innovative packaging solutions like CanCollar that we are able to do this."
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This Paperboard 'CanCollar' is Being Launched in Spain by Coca-Sola
Trend Themes
1. Paperboard Packaging - The emergence of paperboard packaging as an alternative to traditional plastic can rings presents an opportunity for companies to reduce plastic waste and improve sustainability.
2. Recyclable Packaging Solutions - The development of recyclable packaging solutions, such as the CanCollar, allows businesses to minimize their environmental impact and meet consumer demand for sustainable products.
3. Collaborative Innovation - The collaboration between Coca-Cola European Partners and WestRock to create the CanCollar illustrates the potential for companies to leverage partnerships and foster innovative packaging solutions.
Industry Implications
1. Beverage Packaging - The beverage packaging industry can explore the use of paperboard packaging and recyclable alternatives to reduce plastic waste and enhance sustainability.
2. Sustainable Manufacturing - The sustainable manufacturing industry can provide innovative solutions, such as glue-free and highly recyclable packaging materials, to help reduce plastic waste in secondary packaging.
3. Waste Management - The waste management industry can benefit from the rise of recyclable packaging solutions by implementing efficient recycling systems to effectively handle and process these materials.