Compostable packaging specialists announce collaboration

POLAND-based flexible packaging converter SILBO has teamed up with compostable packaging specialist TIPA on a new sustainable solution. SILBO produces film-based packaging with compostable water-based...
Cathedral cheese

Cathedral City launches new kids range in ‘eye-catching’ packaging

CATHEDRAL City has launched the expansion of its kids snacking range with a new product in 'eye-catching' packaging. The new Cathedral City Bites features child-friendly...
Clear advantage

Clear advantage

A unique ultra-clear polypropylene-based material from RPC Tedeco-Gizeh offers fresh and convenience food suppliers a means to enhance brand image, emphasise product quality and...
Johnnie Walker whisky bottles

Digital inkjet tech boosts customisation of Johnnie Walker bottles

XAAR’S Ultra High Viscosity Technology is powering Koenig & Bauer Kammann’s latest digital decoration breakthrough, in a project that produced 5,000 uniquely printed Johnnie...
R and K Drysdale Ltd

Scotland sprouts wings

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...

McLaren invests £3m in new Stirling packaging site

MCLAREN Packaging has announced a £3 million investment in a new luxury packaging facility in Stirling for subsidiary Blue Box Design. Construction work has already started at...
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Smartwater rethink for Coca-Cola

COCA-Cola Great Britain, in partnership with Coca-Cola European Partners, has announced that its Glacéau Smartwater bottles will be made from 100% recycled plastic (rPET) by the end of the year

MPs urge Government for change over single-use packaging regulations

A committee of MPs has called on the UK Government to focus on reducing all forms of single-use packaging, whilst also making alterations to the proposed plastic packaging tax

Heineken UK packs in plastic use as cardboard packaging unveiled

HEINEKEN UK has announced that it will eliminate plastic rings and shrink wrapping from its entire portfolio of beer and cider multipacks of cans...

BrewDog design change joined by sustainability pledge

BREWDOG has unveiled new packaging for its beer range alongside an eco-friendly action plan to ensure they have ‘a planet to make beer for...