Universities in bid to create packaging from harvested maize fields
EXPERTS from Bangor University are collaborating with a Ugandan university to bring food packaging made from waste maize to the country.
The Welsh university has...
Keeping tabs on the latest fads
In a recent report, Mintel predicted modern takes on sustainability, health and wellness, and convenience will reshape the food industry. Phil Brown, MD of...
ULMA unveils latest automatic traysealing innovation
ULMA Packaging has introduced its latest automatic traysealing innovation - the TSA 400.
Designed to integrate into low-to-medium production environments, the TSA 400 is said...
Berry specialist opts for sustainable label solution
BERRY Gardens, a co-operative of berry growers, has worked with Coveris and supplier UPM Raflatac to deliver an 'environmentally superior material' and recycling strategy...
A.G. Barr unveils new look for IRN-BRU
A.G. Barr has unveiled a new brand identity for IRN-BRU, created by brand design consultancy jones knowles ritchie (jkr).
The new look, the brand’s first...
FBCA to champion role of beverage cartons in building a sustainable future
THE Food and Beverage Carton Alliance (FBCA) has been formed following a merger of ACE and EXTR:ACT.
The association is dedicated to advancing beverage cartons...
Coronavirus puts hold on Starbucks’ reusable cup scheme
STARBUCKS has put a temporary hold on the use of reusable cups in its stores, following the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak.
In a statement, the American...
New report urges collaboration to support sustainable food systems
NEW research from Stora Enso reportedly highlights the importance of packaging in achieving greater food systems sustainability.
The report, titled “Food packaging for better food...
Isle of Harris Distillery launches refill service
THE Isle of Harris Gin Distillery has launched a refill service to allow customers the option of reusing their award-winning gin bottle.
The initiative has...
Old Norse legends inspire winner of young designer competition
A young British designer has been confirmed as the winner of the 2021 O-I : EXPRESSIONS Design Awards with an entry inspired by old...
