Energy firm secures majority share in Glasgow sustainable packaging start-up
HIVE Energy Ltd has secured a majority share in a University of Strathclyde start-up which converts shellfish industry waste into chitin-based packaging.
CuanTec developed a...
Multiformat packaging machines tipped to bring gains for UK food sector
UK packaging specialist Xact has announced plans to expand into new markets with multiformat packaging machines supplied by Spanish packaging technology innovator IRTA Group Packaging...
Bottled water firm Hammers home sustainability ambitions with new partnership
A bottled water brand billed as being a ‘game-changer’ has struck a sponsorship deal with West Ham United’s women’s team, as it approaches its...
A fresh look for blended whiskies
NEW packaging designs have been unveiled for Pig’s Nose and Sheep Dip blended whiskies.
Produced in Scotland as part of the Ian Macleod Distillers' portfolio,...
Five cobot hygiene considerations for food producers
By Paul Richards, partner sales manager, FANUC UK
THERE are multiple drivers for automating food production lines. Whether helping to plug labour shortages, taking over...
Tartan Army raises sustainability and health concerns over World Cup reusable bottle ban
THE Association of Tartan Army Clubs has raised sustainability and health concerns over FIFA's decision to ban fans from taking reusable water bottles into...
QR codes on Carling packs to offer FA Cup prizes
CARLING has launched a new on-pack promotion and marketing campaign as part of its partnership with the Emirates FA Cup and Adobe Women's FA...
New system proves to be a piece of cake
KENSAL Handling Systems has revealed details of a recent project to install an end of line palletising system for a cake manufacturer. The system,...
New study to determine whether aluminium can replace glass Scotch whisky bottles
STIRLING Distillery has partnered with Heriot-Watt University to find out if aluminium could replace glass bottles for its Scotch whisky.
Working with experts from the...
Non-stick bottles to remove food waste
Non-stick mayonnaise packaging is being developed, which could finally allow consumers to eliminate food waste and enjoy every last drop!
American firm LiquiGlide has announced...
