Futamura UK factory

Futamura confirms £15 million investment in UK factory

CELLULOSE films manufacturer Futamura UK has announced a further £15 million investment in its UK site in Wigton, Cumbria. Following investment in recent years in...

Tech investment tipped to produce recyclable flexible packaging

INEOS Olefins & Polymers Europe has announced a multi-million Euro investment in technology in a move designed to enable the firm to work with...

Berry increases recycling capacity for flexible films

AS part of a project to expand production of its Sustane range of recycled polymers, Berry Global Group's flexibles division recently increased recycling capacity...

Report highlights ‘transformational’ period for BOPP film sector

THE BOPP film industry has undergone a 'transformational couple of years', according to a new report published by AMI. The material is said to have...

Film set for starring role at ICE Europe 2019

ICE Europe 2019 will devote a section of the show to special films, organisers of the international exhibition for the converting industry have announced. Digitalisation and...

Boosting your shelf esteem

EASTMAN Chemical Company has launched a light-blocking resin for shrink film: the Embrace High Yield (HY) copolyester which preserves products, reduces packaging resin and...
Berry Global Bontite Rolls PCR

Berry unveils Bontite Sustane stretch film with 30% PCR

BERRY Global’s flexible films division will unveil the latest addition to its Bontite Sustane stretch film portfolio – now featuring 30% certified post-consumer recycled...

Scottish firm looks to slam lid on food waste

A Scottish packaging business is on a mission to tackle food waste after winning a sustainability award and linking up with manufacturers around Europe. ReCover...

Recycle-ready food films tipped to help retailers meet sustainable goals

SEALED Air has revealed how the business is helping retailers to improve sustainability. Stephanie Poole, senior business development & retail manager, said the development of...

Berry highlights recycling commitment with third party accreditation move

BERRY Global has announced that its European flexible films division is adopting a standard approach to substantiate its recycled content claims, including for its...