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McLaren acquires Bathgate-based protective packaging specialist

MCLAREN Packaging has completed the acquisition of Bathgate-based protective packaging company Glenhaze for an undisclosed sum. Port Glasgow-based McLaren described Glenhaze as a 'market leader'...

Fish ‘N’ Chips packs get sporty makeover

BURTON'S Biscuit Co. is to package its classic Fish 'N' Chips Salt & Vinegar snack in sporty packaging to coincide with the upcoming summer...
IWSC bottle

A popular Expression

O-I was at the forefront of a prestigious project to produce a premium, commemorative Scotch whisky bottle to mark the International Wine and Spirits Competition’s (IWSC) 50th anniversary.

New compostable barrier film launched for crisps and nuts

TIPA is unveiling a new thin compostable film for crisps and nuts at London Packaging Week. The 312MET film is described as having 'superior' sealing...

Genius Foods partners with Loma to enhance quality control at Bathgate bakery

GENIUS Foods has announced a 'significant' upgrade of its quality control processes across key manufacturing lines at its Bathgate bakery. The specialist in gluten free...

Scottish snack specialist set for packaging makeover

A major Scottish-based family snack business is launching new packaging. Taylors Snacks is set to unveil the ‘Taylors’ brand on its crisps and popcorn ranges,...

Introducing Berlin Packaging UK

Berlin Packaging UK (previously Bruni Erben) is the UK subsidiary of Berlin Packaging – the World’s Only Hybrid Packaging Supplier. Founded in 1951, Berlin Packaging UK is an ever-evolving company which brings together the best elements of packaging manufacturing, distribution and income-boosting services.

Taking ginspiration – the next big trends in UK spirit production

Gin has undoubtedly been the hero of the UK spirits scene in recent years. From 190 gin distilleries in 2015, there are now 820...

Diageo creates plastic-free paper-based spirits bottle

DIAGEO has revealed it has created what it described as the world’s first ever 100% plastic-free, paper-based spirits bottle, made entirely from sustainably sourced...
Image credit: Magnum Scotch Malt Whisky Cream Liqueur

Scottish packaging ‘pioneer’ sweeps up with curling sponsorship deal

SCOTLAND'S curling stars have signed a new sponsorship deal with Scotch whisky cream liqueur brand Magnum, which is described as a 'pioneer' when it...