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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...

Glass sector warns of ‘seasonal overloads’ if material is part of DRS

WASTE sector specialists have warned of the potential for 'seasonal overloads' if glass bottles are included in Scotland's Deposit Return Scheme (DRS). Facilities for returning...

Limited edition vodka bottle celebrates spirit of togetherness

ARDAGH Glass Packaging (AGP) Europe has provided details of its role in the latest limited edition Absolut vodka bottle, which celebrates the 'Spirit of...

UK fishing industry to trial biodegradable packaging

FISHING firms will be encouraged to trial new biodegradable packaging for chilled goods, as part of a new £24 million UK Government investment. It comes...

Packaging Automation finds ‘Perfect’ Australian partner

PACKAGING Automation (PA) has set its sights on the Australian market after signing an exclusive agreement with Sydney-based Perfect Automation Pty Ltd to represent...

TIPA launches home compostable label for fresh produce

TIPA Compostable Packaging, together with its European subsidiary Bio4Pack, has launched a new certified home compostable label for fresh produce. The firm explained that produce...

Haggis brand unveils new lighter packs

HAGGIS specialist Macsween has unveiled a new package redesign, which claims to improve sustainability and offer more affordability for customers. Macsween’s original and vegan-approved vegetarian...

‘Easier to recycle’ fruit punnets hit UK market

THERMOFORMING packaging specialist Waddington Europe, a division of Novolex, is supplying a full range of soft fruit punnets to the UK market described as...
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Beatson Clark to promote glass benefits at BeerX

GLASS packaging manufacturer Beatson Clark has revealed plans to showcase its range of bottles at next month's BeerX event at the Liverpool Exhibition Centre. BeerX...

New plastic waste initiative offers retailers “peace of mind”

VANDEN Recycling has launched a new initiative to help food packaging producers provide retailers with evidence that plastic waste is being managed responsibly. Thermoforming companies...