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Barratt, the Valeo Snackfoods confectionery brand producer of sweets like Dip Dabs and Wham, is launching a recyclable variety tub, Barratt Favourites.

Arla has unveiled its new CARE programme, which is designed to bring higher animal welfare and sustainability standards to its branded milk.

Sidel, a provider of equipment, services and solutions for packaging, has opened a new hub dedicated to PET recycling in France.

ImpacX, a packaging company, has partnered with Gatorade to launch its smart water bottle that tracks and collects hydration data.

Sustainable carton producer SIG has entered into a five-year partnership with WWF Switzerland to drive progress in sustainable forest management.

PepsiCo-owned Walkers has announced a £14m investment in sustainable food packaging innovations that will save 250 tonnes of virgin plastic annually.

Aluminium solutions provider, Novelis, has begun construction of a $2.5bn low-carbon aluminium recycling and rolling plant in Alabama, US.

Food and beverage technology provider, JBT Corporation, has announced the launches of its FVPGrow and Chopper Blender SE technologies.

Aunt Bessie’s has introduced NaviLens technology to the packaging of two popular items as it partners with the RNIB to support visually impaired shoppers.

Ball Corporation has partnered with water bottling technology business, Boomerang Water, to offer consumers a sustainable way to stay hydrated.

AM Labels has added two new materials to its portfolio; sugar cane and grass paper labels, meeting consumer demand for sustainable labelling solutions.

Mondi plans to invest around €5m in a new R&D facility aimed at developing solutions that will help customers achieve their sustainability goals.