Coca-Cola HBC Austria, DS Smith, and Krones have jointly developed a recyclable, corrugated handle for soft drink multipacks, replacing around 200 tonnes of plastic shrink wrap annually.
The packaging is designed to utilize the minimum amount of material and remain 100% recyclable at end-of-life.
Switching to a solution made of kraft paper and cardboard is anticipated to help Coca-Cola HBC save approximately 200 tonnes of plastic every year.
Author's summary: Coca-Cola replaces shrink wrap with recyclable corrugated handle.