Biopolymer has “massive” potential

HOPING to turn the tide of both food and packaging waste is Scottish biotechnology company CuanTec, with an innovative new solution using langoustine shells. Chapelhall-based...

Packaging growth helps drive BOPET film demand

GLOBAL demand for BOPET film continues to grow despite current economic uncertainty, according to a new report by AMI Consulting. BOPET producers are said to...

Breathable film scoops top award

A breathable film created by RPC bpi protec has been named winner of a top sustainability award. The X-Hance film scooped the gong in the...

UPM Raflatac achieves ‘industry first’ RecyClass recognition in PE films

UPM Raflatac has announced it has received RecyClass recognition for PE Films with its multi-purpose UV acrylic adhesive technology. This makes the business the first...

Trial scheme looks to showcase recyclability of plastic film

A three-month trial project for the collection of used compost packaging will see the material turned into recycled plastic furniture from Plaswood, a Berry...

Scots firm wins global award for packaging innovation

A Scottish firm that helps to reduce food waste and unrecyclable plastic packaging has won a global packaging award. The innovation of ReCover Packaging, which...

Compostable films offer ‘breakthrough innovation’ in packaging wet food products

TIPA has announced that successful trials of its compostable packaging will see the company’s films act as a liner for tray sealer equipment specialist...
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A circular approach to filmic packaging

Promoting a circular economy in flexible film packaging is essential and is leading the development of new products across a wide variety of market sectors, explains Julie Eller, sales director at RPC bpi protec

Futamura invests in new cellulose film production line

FUTAMURA, a manufacturer of cellulose films, casings, and non-wovens, has unveiled its new cellulose film production line in Wigton, Cumbria. The firm said the investment...

Printed gummed tapes offer ‘multiple’ benefits

A Bellshill-based supplier of specialist tapes, adhesives and consumables is offering packaging customers printed gummed paper tapes to help reduce their environmental footprint. J.I.T. industrial...