Investments strengthen packaging giant’s European operations

SMURFIT Kappa has revealed completion of 'significant' investments in its central and eastern European operations. The firm has spent more than €20 million in upgrading...
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Polytag announces appointment of project delivery lead

POLYTAG has announced the appointment of experienced packaging specialist, Mat Roberts, to its team. Having previously worked at Unilever, Müller, and Wholebake Limited, Mat brings...

Landmark letting gives UPAC Group room to grow

THE UPAC Group has secured the largest industrial letting in Scotland this year, signing a 15-year lease on a site in Cardonald on the...

Irish eyes are smiling on Needham Group

NEEDHAM Group has announced it has strengthened its position in Ireland after merging with long-standing distributor Advanced Coding Solutions (ACS) to create Needham Coding Ireland...

Ball finalises Rexam acquisition

BALL Corporation has become the largest manufacturer of beverage cans in the world after completing a $6.1 billion acquisition of Rexam PLC. The company also...

Narrowing the gap: manufacturer sees scope for UK growth

South African-headquartered Narrowtex is looking to grow its presence in the UK market through the company’s selection of narrow fabrics. Chris Fell, general manager,...

ULMA appoints new regional sales manager for Scotland

ULMA Packaging UK has appointed Martyn Cochrane as its new regional sales manager for Scotland. The machinery manufacturer said the move aims to meet the...

Domino confirms £6.6m investment in Liverpool manufacturing site

DOMINO Printing Sciences has announced it has boosted its digital printing inks capacity with a £6.6 million upgrade to its Liverpool manufacturing plant. The firm...

Packaging machinery manufacturer confirms two new appointments

MACHINERY provider ULMA Packaging has confirmed two new appointments to its growing team. Pavils (Pav) Koltovs joins as a service technician, while Jessica (Jess) Whalley...

Buyer found for Renfrew-based spirits label manufacturer

A buyer has been secured for an 'at-risk' spirits label manufacturer, administrator FRP Advisory has confirmed. Michelle Elliot and Callum Carmichael of FRP were appointed...