📈 Knuckles Spring Water Debuts Sri Lanka’s First Tethered Bottle Cap

Innovation & Sustainability • Knuckles Spring Water, a brand under CPC Lanka (subsidiary of Cargills (Ceylon) PLC), has launched the first tethered bottle cap in the Sri Lankan market. • The design ensures the cap remains attached to the bottle after opening, specifically targeting the reduction of small-format plastic litter in landfills and waterways. Environmental Impact • The initiative aims to improve plastic waste management and boost the recyclability of packaging by ensuring the cap is collected alongside the bottle. • This move aligns Sri Lankan packaging standards with international benchmarks, such as the European Union’s Single-Use Plastics Directive. Broader Conservation Efforts • Beyond packaging, the brand has deployed "Ocean Strainers" in Boralesgamuwa and Wanathamulla to intercept waterway plastic. • Current ESG activities include ecosystem awareness boards in the Knuckles mountain range, reforestation programs, and community water aid during flood relief. Strategic Context • The shift reflects a growing trend in the food & beverage sector toward circular economy practices and responsible plastic consumption, essential for long-term environmental resource efficiency in Sri Lanka.