All articles by Mohamed Dabo

Mohamed Dabo

Mohamed Dabo is a seasoned journalist with extensive experience in financial reporting. He brings a wealth of knowledge from his previous work in the United States and France, along with his numerous contributions to business and financial publications over the years.

Governor vetoes California PFAS ban bill, citing affordability issues

California Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed SB 682, a proposal to widen the state’s PFAS ban to more consumer products,…
Lay’s, a PepsiCo brand, rolled out its largest pack redesign in nearly 100 years

PepsiCo has unveiled what it calls the largest brand redesign in Lay’s nearly 100-year history, pairing a new visual identity…
Coca-Cola HBC agrees to acquire Coca-Cola Beverages Africa

Coca-Cola HBC has agreed to acquire a 75% shareholding in Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) for US$2.6bn, valuing the African bottler…
Smucker sues Trader Joe’s over lookalike sandwich packaging

The J.M. Smucker Co. has filed a lawsuit in US federal court alleging packaging trademark infringement by Trader Joe’s in…
California files lawsuit, reaches $1.8m plastic bag settlement

California has sued three plastic bag manufacturers over allegedly false recycling claims and reached a $1.8 million settlement with four…

Australia’s Packaging Covenant unites industry and government

Australia is taking steps to reduce the environmental impact of packaging, thanks to the work of the Australian Packaging Covenant…
Sidel grows sustainable footprint in Lagos, Nigeria

Sidel has opened a new office in Lagos to strengthen its operations and sustainable packaging initiatives across West Africa. Located…
Aussie sustainability darling Great Wrap falls into $39m debt spiral

Sustainable packaging startup Great Wrap has formally entered voluntary administration, carrying debts of AU$39m, after being unable to cover its…
Europe’s plastics sector in crisis amid shrinking global share

New data from Plastics the Fast Facts 2025 shows the European plastics industry losing competitiveness as global rivals expand. European…
The Great Unwaste drive rallies Aussies to slash food waste

Australia has launched The Great Unwaste, a national push to cut household food waste and support food waste reduction across…