Iran War Drives Plastic Prices Up by Billions as Green Packaging Demand Triples in 2026

Iran War Drives Plastic Prices Up by Billions as Green Packaging Demand Triples in 2026

Plastic prices hitting four-year highs has achieved something that years of sustainability pledges and consumer pressure could not: it has made alternative packaging commercially attractive almost overnight. For FMCG brands still weighing the cost of switching, the Iran war has effectively made that decision for them. South Korean cosmetic packaging manufacturer Yonwoo, a supplier to … Read more

UAE Fuel Prices Set to Shift Dramatically in May 2026 After Record April Surge Hits Drivers

UAE Fuel Prices Set to Shift Dramatically in May 2026 After Record April Surge Hits Drivers

A litre of diesel in the UAE now costs 64% more than it did four months ago. That single figure tells you everything about how fast fuel economics have shifted for millions of drivers, businesses, and logistics operators across the country heading into May 2026. Fresh petrol prices for May are expected to be announced … Read more