The Nigerian Bottling Company (NBC), the authorized bottling partner of The Coca-Cola Company in Nigeria, has been awarded the “Best Sustainability Project of the Year” at the 2024 Industry Awards. This recognition was bestowed for NBC’s recently commissioned Packaging Collection Hub in Apapa, Lagos, highlighting the company’s commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible business practices.
The Packaging Collection Hub is a significant step in NBC’s efforts to enhance recycling rates and promote sustainable packaging practices. It aligns with the company’s broader goal of collecting and recycling the equivalent of 100% of its packaging by 2030.
Accepting the award, NBC’s Corporate Affairs & Sustainability Director, Oluwasoromidayo George, expressed gratitude to the organizers and reaffirmed the company’s dedication to sustainability-driven innovation. She emphasized that the award serves as motivation to continue advancing environmental initiatives that benefit both the community and the planet.
The Industry Awards, organized by Industry Newspaper, celebrate excellence in branding and marketing within West Africa’s fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector. The 2024 edition focused on “Understanding Changing Consumer Preferences in a Troubled FMCG Space,” underscoring the importance of adaptability and innovation in today’s market.
This accolade adds to NBC’s history of recognition for its sustainability efforts, including previous awards for environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility. The company continues to set benchmarks in sustainable practices within Nigeria’s manufacturing industry.
Support InfoStride News' Credible Journalism: Only credible journalism can guarantee a fair, accountable and transparent society, including democracy and government. It involves a lot of efforts and money. We need your support. Click here to Donate