Signs sustainability MoU with Veolia
Agthia Group has recently announced the launch of Al Ain Plant Bottle, the region’s first plant-based water bottle.
In the presence of Dr Thani Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, an MoU was signed between Agthia and Veolia on the sidelines of Gulfood 2020.
The packaging of the new Al Ain Plant Bottle is environmentally friendly and made of 100% plant-based sources, including the cap. Furthermore, the water bottle serves growing consumer move toward sustainability as it is biodegradable and compostable, within 80 days.
The revolutionary innovation is set to improve the environmental footprint from a CO2 perspective. It uses plant sources and converts them into a durable 100% plant-based resin, which is then used to create the Al Ain Plant Bottle.
In addition to taking the lead to launch the region’s first plant-based water bottle, Agthia is partnering with Veolia to launch several sustainability initiatives, which will establish a circular ecosystem to pave the way towards more PET recycling in the region. “I applaud Agthia for its strong commitment to integrating sustainability as a core value across its operations,” said Dr. Al Zeyoudi.
“Agthia remains committed to innovation and sustainability through its pioneering packaging innovations and trusted partnerships,” remarked Tariq Ahmed Al Wahedi, Agthia Group CEO.
“Veolia aims to structure the local PET ecosystem by developing innovative and digital collection solutions,” stated Erich Konig, CEO of Veolia Environmental Services Emirates.
The plant-based bottle is being developed at Agthia’s new Packaging Technology Center in Al Ain, under the strictest quality standards and under manufacturing conditions that consumes 60% less energy during entire process and has best-in-class CO2 environmental footprint, with more than 50% savings on nonrenewable energy.
Established in 2004, the Agthia Group is a leading Abu Dhabi-based food and beverage company.
