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New machine proves to be the big cheese

AN artisan cheese specialist is said to be experiencing a “significant” production increase since installing ULMA Packaging’s TFS 200 Thermoformer at its facility. Watford-based family...

How OPP labellers are helping drinks producers beat supply chain issues

The drinks industry’s move away from traditional self-adhesive labelling to OPP (oriented polypropylene) alternatives has been fast-tracked by Brexit and Covid-related supply chain issues....

Study finds pandemic causing consumers to avoid unpackaged produce

THE Covid-19 pandemic is making consumers less likely to purchase unpackaged produce, according to new research from Divert. A survey of 250 shoppers from the waste...

Glengoyne unveils fully recyclable packaging

GLENGOYNE has launched new packaging for its Scotch whisky which is described as being locally sourced and 100% recyclable. The new packaging features an updated...

New tech gives Scots firm the EDGE in sustainable packaging quest

A Scottish business involved in food safety and reducing un-recyclable plastic waste has won an £80,000 award to help take it to the next...

Scottish drink brands praised for having can-do attitude

SCOTLAND’S ‘amazing creativity’ and openness to technology is proving to be the perfect mix when paired with NOMOQ GmbH’s innovative digital printing capabilities, the...

Tony’s Chocolonely urges firms to sign up to the Better Business Act coalition

DUTCH chocolate firm Tony's Chocolonely has urged companies to sign up to the Better Business Act coalition. Spearheaded by B Corp UK and supported by...

Burger King removes toys from kids’ meals

BURGER King has announced that plastic toys will no longer be included in kids' meals as it aims to improve its wider sustainability practices

Lidl to launch packaging made from ‘ocean-bound’ plastics

LIDL will next month launch food packaging partly made from plastic collected from beaches around South East Asia. The supermarket said that the packaging will...
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A layered approach to box design

Creating the perfect drinks presentation box requires a multi-faceted approach, explains Mark Pollard, managing director of Pollard Boxes IN the premium drinks sector, brand image...