at Al Zora Reserve in Ajman
Dubai, UAE – December24,2025: Hotpack, the UAE-based global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, reaffirmed its commitment to environmental stewardship through a hands-on mangrove planting initiative at Al Zora Mangrove Reserve in Ajman, reflecting the company’s ongoing mission to give back to society while protecting natural resources and advancing its long-term sustainability agenda.
In collaboration with Companies for Good, a Dubai-based social enterprise that enables impactful Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programmes, Hotpack organised the environmental activity under Hotpack Happiness employee engagement programme aimed to fostera positive and inclusive workplace culture. Bringing together Hotpack employees from across the UAE, the activity showcased how the company’s commitment to employee wellbeing and corporate responsibility can come together to lead meaningful ecological impact causes.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Abdul Jebbar, Group CEO and Managing Director at Hotpack remarked,“At Hotpack, sustainability isn’t just a principle, it’s something we live by. That’s why we wanted to take this hands-on step and organise a mangrove planting initiative, aligned with the UAE’s long-term vision for mangrove conservation, a journey initiated by the late His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.We also planned this initiative, in line with the pledge made by Her Excellency Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, Head of International Affairs Office at the Presidential Court of the UAE, at the COP26 UN Climate Change Conference, took place in UK in 2021 to plant 100 million mangroves by 2030.”
Mr. ZainudeenPB, Group COO and Executive Director, Hotpack said, “We are proud to contribute to this national mission and look forward to making mangrove conservation an annual hallmark of our CSR efforts. This initiative demonstrates the power of collective action. Our employees take great pride in being part of a sustainability journey that extends beyond the workplace. Through initiatives like these, we not only protect the environment but also nurture a stronger sense of purpose and shared responsibility within the Hotpack family”.
Mr. Anwar PB, Group CTO and Executive Director, Hotpack,said, “The mangrove plantation activity offered an educational and inspiring experience for all participants. Volunteers received safety briefings and protective gear before setting out via kayaks and dragon boats to reach designated planting sites. Working directly within the waterlogged terrain, participants planted mangrove saplings, engaging first-hand with the challenging conditions where these critical ecosystems thrive.
This mangrove planting marks the first phase of what Hotpack envisions as an annual environmental initiative, reflecting the company’s long-term commitment to sustainability and its dedication to giving back to the community while preserving the natural environment.
Mangroves, known for their ecological importance, act as natural carbon sinks, absorbing carbon dioxide at rates higher than many tropical forests. They also stabilise coastal soil and prevent erosion. In the UAE, mangroves cover more than 150 square kilometers along the coastline, serving as a natural green lung for cities including Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Ajman. Each mature mangrove tree can absorb approximately 12.3 kilograms of CO₂ annually, highlighting how every sapling planted contributes meaningfully to mitigating climate change.
At the heart of Hotpack’s philosophy lies a deep belief in giving back to society while safeguarding natural resources. This initiative is a testament to that belief, turning sustainability commitments into measurable, lasting impact.
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About Hotpack
Founded in 1995, Hotpack is a recognized leader in both the manufacture and supply of food packaging products. Today, the company has operations in 17 countries which include GCC countries, India, the UK, the USA, Morocco, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Spain, and Australia. Within a limited span of time, the company has grown to become one of the leading players in the packaging sector because of its reputation for supplying quality products, its reasonable price structure and outstanding service. As frontrunner in sustainable packaging, Hotpack has more than 4,000 products made of paper, aluminium, biodegradable and plastic.
Hotpack is seen as a one-stop shop that offers a complete range of packaging products for HORECA, Retail and Industrial Packaging sectors. It represents other major manufacturing companies worldwide and products are packed hygienically in modern and attractive designs and marketed under “Hotpack” (packaging -range) and “Soft n Cool” (tissue range) brands.
As a food packaging company, Hotpack has been certified with BRCGS, FDA, SEDEX, ESMA, PEFC, FSC, ISO 9001: 2015, ISO 22000: 2018, ISO 14001: 2015, ISO 45001: 2018 which ensures the top quality of its products. Hotpack was adjudged winner of the coveted Dubai Quality Award under the category of Dubai Smart Industry Award 2020 for the manufacturing sector. Hotpack today has 50 standalone Retail centres across the MENA offering 600 plus Specialty range products which are not available in Supermarkets. Also, http://www.hotpackwebstore.com is the region’s largest online store for food packaging products. Over the years, Hotpack has become a trusted brand with its excellent products, services, and continuous brand communication.