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First-ever Beverage Carton Recycling Line launched in Egypt with €2.5m Tetra Pak–Uniboard investment
Tetra Pak Egypt and Uniboard papermill have inaugurated the country’s first recycling production line for used beverage cartons (UBCs) at €2.5 million joint investment with an aim to recycle up to 8,000 tons annually.
This marked a major milestone in Egypt’s journey toward a circular economy and positioning Uniboard as the nation’s sole UBC recycler.
Wael Khoury, Managing Director of Tetra Pak Egypt, emphasized Tetra Pak’s commitment to enabling UBC collection through various formal and informal sector channels, adding “Uniboard, has formed a dedicated team to work on all UBC collection channels, closely collaborating with Tetra Pak’s sustainability team to expand these channels and source more used cartons from across Egypt.”
Regarding the choice of Uniboard as a strategic partner, Khoury said “Uniboard is the ONLY factory that can handle large volumes and normal day-to-day used beverage cartons (UBCs) recycling operations in Egypt. The facility is equipped with advanced technologies to efficiently separate the paper in UBCs, converting them into reusable materials for paperboard production.”
He added that other paper mills are currently conducting trials to explore entering the recycling industry. However, Uniboard remains the only factory in Egypt with a fully integrated and sustainable recycling infrastructure and system for the time being.
Khoury stressed Tetra Pak’s commitment to supporting the recycling sector in Egypt, pointing out that the partnership with Uniboard goes beyond installing a production line. It aims to help develop a comprehensive infrastructure to support the creation of a more efficient and sustainable circular economy.
Over the past year, Tetra Pak has worked on technical trials and tests with other recycling companies, focusing on processing and recycling PolyAl for use in manufacturing items such as strapping bands and assessing market demand for this material. This project is ongoing, with updates expected soon.
He further explained that Tetra Pak follows a clear sustainability approach, which is embodied by the purpose of protecting food, people, and the planet, stating “We have four clear priorities guiding our activities: advancing circular solutions, decarbonizing food systems, contributing to resilient food systems, and protecting and restoring biodiversity.”
He also noted that Tetra Pak globally invests up to €40 million annually to boost global collection and recycling, in addition to €100 million annually in R&D to develop more sustainable packaging. Since 2010, Tetra Pak has helped increase the number of recycling facilities from 40 to over 200, now spanning more than 70 countries.
Khoury concluded “Our ambition is not only to increase the collection and recycling of beverage cartons, but to build a community culture that supports sustainability at all levels. Our partnership with Uniboard, which was activated last year, is just the beginning. We will continue working to expand our initiatives to create a greener, more sustainable future for Egypt and the region.”
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