Hundreds of employees from Hotpack, a leading packaging manufacturer, took part in a large-scale mangrove plantation drive at the Al Zorah Mangrove Reserve in Ajman, reinforcing the company’s commitment to environmental conservation and sustainability in the UAE.
Employees from Hotpack’s branches across multiple emirates participated in planting mangrove saplings, contributing to the protection of coastal ecosystems and climate action. The initiative forms part of Hotpack’s long-term sustainability mission focused on preserving natural resources and giving back to the community.
The plantation drive was organised under the company’s employee engagement initiative, Hotpack Happiness, in collaboration with Dubai-based CSR platform Companies for Good, which supports impactful corporate social responsibility programmes.
Hotpack Group CEO and Managing Director Abdul Jabbar said the initiative reflects how employee well-being and corporate responsibility can come together to create meaningful environmental impact. He added that sustainability is not just a concept for Hotpack but a value embedded in its daily operations, inspired by the environmental vision of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.
Group COO and Executive Director Zainudeen P.B. said mangrove conservation will remain a key focus of Hotpack’s CSR agenda across the UAE, noting that the plantation drive marks the first phase of an annual environmental programme planned by the company.
Group CTO and Executive Director Anwar P.B. highlighted that the activity was both an educational and motivational experience for employees. Participants reached designated planting sites within the reserve using small boats, kayaks, and dragon boats, following strict safety protocols and using protective equipment.
Mangroves play a crucial environmental role as natural carbon sinks, absorbing higher levels of carbon dioxide than many tropical forests. They also help stabilise coastal soil, prevent erosion, and protect marine biodiversity. The UAE currently has over 150 square kilometres of mangrove coverage across its coastline, acting as natural “green lungs” for cities such as Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Ajman. A fully grown mangrove tree can absorb approximately 12.3 kilograms of carbon dioxide annually, making each planted sapling a meaningful contribution to combating climate change.
