Mike Revell

FPA urges foodservice packaging businesses to highlight pEPR concerns

THE Foodservice Packaging Association (FPA) is urging businesses to contact their local MPs to highlight concerns about how the UK’s Packaging Extended Producer Responsibility...
MonoFlexFibre Pure Twist packaging

Packaging with a twist: new solution launched for confectionery

COVERIS has launched a new paper alternative for confectionery packaging. MonoFlexFibre Pure Twist is designed to replace less sustainable alternatives commonly used for twist-wrapped products...
Students with image of Undergraduate Can of the Year award winner

Inaugural winner of Undergraduate Can of the Year award announced

CAN Makers UK has announced the inaugural winner of the Undergraduate Can of the Year award. Brooklyn Brewery was selected by Edge Hill University graphic...
Recyclable fish packaging

New solution unveiled for vacuum skin packaging for processed fish

A new innovation designed for vacuum skin packaging (VSP) for processed fish has been launched by Klöckner Pentaplast (kp). The kp Evolve Fish Boards can contain...
Recyclable seafood packaging

Highlands seafood specialist hails ‘eco-conscious’ packaging solution

SMURFIT Westrock has revealed details of its sustainable seafood packaging solutions for Dingwall-based Keltic Seafare. Keltic Seafare specialises in live langoustines, lobsters and hand-dived scallops,...
Food-to-go packaging

‘Larger, tougher’ food-to-go packaging solution unveiled

Klöckner Pentaplast (kp) has announced the launch of the kp Infinity HP3, the 'largest and most rigid' addition to its award-winning Hotpacs range. Said to...

Amcor unveils new flip top closure for sauce market

AMCOR has unveiled a new closure targeting applications such as mayonnaise, ketchup, and sweet sauces. The 55mm Flava Flip Top Closure 38/400 is a lightweighted upgrade...
Dave Gillon with GIC packaging machinery

Organic veg box specialist doubles capacity with new packaging machines

AN organic veg box company has reportedly doubled its packaging capacity and transitioned to fully compostable paper since installing two new GIC vertical form...

Carling launches limited-edition FA Cup packs

CARLING has launched 12 new limited-edition can designs to celebrate the Emirates FA Cup and Adobe Women's FA Cup. Inspired by iconic moments from both...
Coca-Cola bottling plant in East Kilbride

Infrastructure project complete at East Kilbride bottling plant

A major infrastructure project has been completed for Coca-Cola at its East Kilbride bottling plant. Morris & Spottiswood delivered the £390,000 project, which involved the...