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Moment of truth for online packaging

19 October 2017

WHO doesn’t like online shopping? It’s easy, it’s convenient and it’s fun. You can instantly access and purchase everything and anything you want without...

Fresh calls for skills gap to be addressed

17 July 2017

The plastics and packaging industry is going through a period of growth at the moment with a plethora of M&A activity. However, one of...

Crisp company detects major waste reduction

15 April 2012

A DECISION to retrofit packing lines with new metal detection technology has taken a big bite out of a crisp manufacturer’s produce wastage. United Biscuits...

Paris exhibition set to be a work of art

16 January 2020

ADF&PCD and PLD Paris 2020 is set to bring together three distinct yet complementary events. PCD, which initially launched in 2001, is dedicated to the...

Jules Lejeune of the European Self-adhesive Labelling Association (FINAT) discusses the routes to successful growth and profitability for suppliers operating in this rapidly changing sector of the packaging industry

Labelling: the future – Jules Lejeune discusses growth

9 April 2013

Jules Lejeune of the European Self-adhesive Labelling Association (FINAT) discusses the routes to successful growth and profitability for suppliers operating in this rapidly changing...

Recovering high value products helps food factories maximise returns

4 January 2017

By Matt Hale, International Sales Manager, HRS Heat Exchangers When processing any kind of remotely viscous food product it is inevitable that a certain amount...

Robot palletisers with bags of versatility

18 February 2015

Following a recent surge in enquiries from food packers for versatile palletisers, FANUC UK is working with automation specialists Festo and Pacepacker to develop...

Scotland sprouts wings

15 April 2012

Record food and drink exports is a bright spot for packaging suppliers during tough economic times. THE food and drink supply chain can look to...

Tack ticks – choice of technology is crucial

15 April 2012

The right choice of technology is crucial to ensuring the labelling process does not become a sticking point. SITUATED in the Western Cape Province just...

SATO, which has extended its range of labelling products, has published a white paper highlighting ways the packaging industry can boost efficiency and reduce costs.

The mark of success in the packaging industry

14 January 2013

The need to increase production, cut costs and secure greater efficiency has never been more pressing. SUPPLIERS of product identification and traceability solutions are faced...

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From traditional booming industries like whisky and food to the burgeoning craft spirits sector, Scotland has always been a strong and diverse market in its own right. As such, it cannot be treated simply as a region. A growing number of businesses are attempting to expand their presence north of the border and increase market share and visibility. As the only packaging magazine published in Scotland, Packaging Scotland is uniquely placed to cover the Scottish market and the many people and businesses operating within it.