Packaging tax ‘failing to deter use of virgin plastics’
THE UK’s Plastic Packaging Tax has been branded a 'failure' by A Plastic Planet on its first anniversary.
The tax came into force on 1...
Funding boost tipped to accelerate product innovation and growth at Nulogy
Nulogy, a provider of supply chain collaboration solutions, has announced it has received $20 million CAD (approximately £12 million) in a mix of funding...
Antalis to sponsor student packaging design competition
ANTALIS is teaming up again this year with Brief Cases, who link business and education, to present the ‘Smart Packaging: Confectionery Sector’ competition, in...
Jack Daniel’s and Coca-Cola launches in ready-to-drink format
JACK Daniel's and Coca-Cola have announced the launch of Jack Daniel's and Coca-Cola ready-to-drink (RTD) in the UK.
The packaging of the new drink is...
New drink launches in packaging dedicated to UFC star Paddy Pimblett
APPLIED Nutrition has unveiled a new addition to its Body Fuel sports drink range in packaging dedicated to UFC star Paddy 'The Baddy' Pimblett.
The...
Cullen to ramp up production as demand soars for sustainable packs
GLASGOW-based Cullen Eco-Friendly Packaging has announced plans to increase production to one BILLION plastic-free units per year as demand soars for its sustainable corrugated...
Carling kicks off deal to feature Welsh footballers on packaging
CARLING has secured brand permission to use images of stars from the Welsh national football team on its packaging.
The move comes after a three-year...
Smurfit Kappa hails progress of sustainability strategy
SMURFIT Kappa has announced the business remains on target to deliver its goal to have at least net zero emissions by 2050.
The firm's 16th...
Snap pots project earns packaging innovation recognition
A project bringing together Heinz and Tesco with packaging specialist Berry Global and recycling technology experts Plastic Energy and Sabic has been recognised with...
Unilever adds accessible QR code to Persil packaging
UNILEVER is adding a new QR code to packaging, creating a more inclusive experience for blind and partially sighted people, launching first on Persil’s...
X-Ray/checkweigher combo increases efficiencies for food brand
AN Ishida X-ray inspection system and checkweigher combination has helped a contract packing business implement a new solution for a major customer.
Universal Flexible Packaging,...
GS1-128 barcodes: a secret weapon in challenging times
Optimising GS1-128 barcodes in partnership with a trusted technology provider gives manufacturers visibility of the entire supply chain for more efficient inventory management, rapid...
