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Demand grows for fibre-based fruit and veg packaging solutions

DEMAND for fibre-based packaging solutions in the fruit and veg sector is increasing, according to MM Packaging Deeside. The firm said tax and legislative changes...
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Zotefoams’ ReZorce innovation scoops another award

ZOTEFOAMS is celebrating having taken home a Gold Award at this year's German Packaging Award ceremony. Awarded Deutsche Verpackungsinstitut (dvi), the Gold Award for Sustainability...

SIG on course for aseptic carton pack milestone

SIG is poised to hit another milestone as the three billionth SIG aseptic carton pack using packaging material without an aluminium layer is delivered...

£13.5 million Livingston packaging facility officially opened

COMPACK Cartons’ new packaging facility in Livingston has been officially opened following a £13.5 million investment by Port Glasgow-based parent company McLaren Packaging. Neil Gray...

Pro Carton lends support to National Tree Week

PRO Carton – the European Association of Carton and Cartonboard Manufacturers – has announced it is backing the Tree Council’s National Tree Week with...
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SodaStream opts for SIG Dome carton bottles

SPARKLING water specialist SodaStream has chosen the SIG Dome 500ml carton bottle for its new Apple Schorlen-Mix and Grape Schorlen-Mix syrups. The move marks SodaStream’s entry...

SIG ramps up plans to improve recyclability of carton packs

SIG has announced plans to raise the proportion of fiber in its aseptic carton structure. The company revealed it intends to develop a full-barrier aluminium-free...

Entries sought for Pro Carton Student Video Award

ENTRIES are now being sought for the Pro Carton Student Video Award, which challenges students to create a video about the benefits of cartonboard. Now...

Anti-ageing balm set to sparkle

The latest innovation in anti-ageing products from Dr Pierre Ricaud, part of the Yves Rocher Group, is using a Diamond Jar from RPC Bramlage’s...
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Brands must embrace sustainable packaging

RETAILERS and brands in Scotland must embrace consumer enthusiasm for environment-friendly packaging to win spend and loyalty, according to Tony Hitchin