DS Smith programme sees 313 million pieces of ‘problem plastics’ designed out

DS Smith has announced that is has designed out over 313 million pieces of 'problem plastics' in the last two years. It comes as part...

Scots brothers expand restaurant into retail with sustainably packaged products

A family-owned restaurant operating in Edinburgh and Aberdeen is moving into the retail sector with the launch of a new range of products in...
Printed information can be displayed on both sides of the “Lidd”, presenting an opportunity to reduce the cost and weight of packaging

Film covering features printed detail on both sides

MARKETING services company HH Global has launched Lidd™, a patented peelable lidding film solution for ready meals. Eradicating the need for cardboard sleeves, Lidd’s...
Top Up Taps

Scottish Water initiative marks milestone with 15 million plastic bottles saved

SCOTTISH Water has announced that its network of Top Up Taps has reached a major milestone by saving the equivalent of 15 million plastic...

Palletisation solution brings efficiencies for snack specialist

BURTS Snacks has completed one of the company’s single largest investments, with the installation of a complete end of line pack handling and Alvey...
World Whiskies Awards 2025 winners

McLaren Packaging congratulates winners at World Whiskies Awards 2025

MCLAREN Packaging has congratulated all the regional victors and global winner of the Brand Ambassador category at the World Whiskies Awards 2025. The global winners...

Amcor marks 60th anniversary of ‘revolutionary’ screw cap range

AMCOR Capsules, a specialist in closures and capsules for wine and spirits brands, is marking the 60th anniversary of its STELVIN aluminum screw cap...

Innovative can designs receive accolades

THREE 'striking' new designs have been recognised in the bi-annual Can Makers Accolades programme. Gen!us India Pale Ale, Au Vodka, and Happy Drinks all received...

From freezer to fire

Andy Wilkinson, senior UK sales manager of food packaging manufacturer Advanta, explains how modern food packaging can lessen food waste by extending the preservation...
Aluminium tray that eliminates absorbent pads

New aluminium tray offers ‘scalable solution’ for fresh meat and seafood

i2r Packaging Solutions has unveiled a new aluminium tray designed to remove the need for absorbent soakaway pads in fresh meat and seafood packs. The...