Plastic Packaging (Pvt) Ltd, the manufacturer of Naturplus compostable bags, is planning to expand its international presence as demand grows for environmentally friendly alternatives to conventional single-use plastic packaging.
The 35-year-old company currently supplies its compostable bags to markets in Sri Lanka and the United Kingdom. The products are designed for applications including fruit and vegetable packaging, as well as kitchen and garden waste.
According to Mervyn Dias, Chairman of Plastic Packaging (Pvt) Ltd, growing environmental awareness and stricter regulations on single-use polythene bags are creating greater demand for compostable alternatives.
Conventional polythene bags can take hundreds of years to degrade, prompting governments and businesses worldwide to introduce measures aimed at reducing their use. As a result, supermarkets and retailers in several markets have increasingly adopted compostable bags for shopping, grocery, bakery and fresh produce applications.
“Compostable bags are currently in demand as consumers and businesses look for more environmentally responsible packaging solutions,” Dias said.
He further explained that Naturplus bags contain no conventional polythene. When disposed of in a suitable composting environment together with their contents, the bags are designed to break down into water, carbon dioxide and organic biomass without leaving microplastics or toxic residues.
The company said Naturplus compostable bags have received international certifications including OK compost HOME, OK compost INDUSTRIAL and the Seedling logo. The bags have also been tested and certified by TÜV Austria.
With increasing global demand for sustainable packaging solutions, Plastic Packaging aims to build on its existing export presence and expand Naturplus into additional international markets.
People’s Bank Hosts 22nd Annual Inter-Branch and Department Quiz
People’s Bank hosted its 22nd Annual Inter-Branch/Department Quiz at Monarch Imperial in Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, reinforcing the Bank’s commitment to employee development, knowledge sharing and a culture of continuous learning.
The annual competition attracted enthusiastic participation from more than 150 teams representing branches and departments across the People’s Bank network. The strong turnout highlighted the importance the Bank places on encouraging employees to expand their knowledge while fostering teamwork and healthy competition.
Following a closely contested competition, Risk Management and Credit Control Department – Team A emerged as the overall champions, securing the prestigious CEO/GM Trophy.
The Commercial Credit Department was named 1st Runners-up, while the Strategic Planning, Performance Management and Research Department secured the 2nd Runners-up position.
Treasury Front Office – Team A finished as 3rd Runners-up, with the Process Management and Quality Assurance Department taking the 4th Runners-up position.
The event was attended by Prof. Narada Fernando, Chairman of People’s Bank, and Clive Fonseka, Chief Executive Officer/General Manager, along with members of the Bank’s Corporate and Executive Management.
The annual quiz continues to provide People’s Bank employees with an opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge, strengthen collaboration and engage in a learning-focused activity beyond their day-to-day professional responsibilities.
Plastic Packaging Company Set to Expand into International Markets
