Zero Waste Scotland highlights ‘staggering’ impact of food waste on the environment
NEW research from Zero Waste Scotland has revealed food waste is having 'previously unquantified' impacts on the health of the planet in addition to...
Innovation key as Asda gives spirits range a fresh look
SUPERMARKET giant Asda has announced a revamp of its Extra Special spirits range as the battle for own-label spirits products hots up.
The retailer's Malt Whisky, Gin and...
New report urges 25p coffee cup levy
THE Environmental Audit Committee has urged the UK Government to introduce a 25p levy on disposable coffee cups and for all coffee cups to...
Glasgow’s SEC to launch ‘incredibly easy to carry’ reusable cups
REUSABLE 'Stack Cups' are to replace single-use plastic cups at the Scottish Event Campus (SEC).
It comes as part of the campus' transition towards net...
Barrier coating innovation boosts food packaging recyclability
MELODEA, a barrier coatings producer for packaging, has launched its newest innovation, which has been engineered to allow for the recyclability of plastic food...
Vegware confirms appointment of new MD
EDINBURGH-based packaging company Vegware has confirmed the appointment of Helen Mathieson as its new managing director.
She succeeds the company's founder Joe Frankel, who is...
Smaller burger box is the “natural” choice
EDINBURGH-headquartered eco packaging manufacturer Vegware has launched a new five-inch burger box, which the company has described as “perfect” for kids’ meals.
The box is...
Gin specialist announces launch of recyclable pouches
DARNLEY'S Gin has confirmed the launch of its recyclable gin pouches as part of the company's sustainability strategy.
The pouches are available in 70cl for...
Big brands out in force for Foodex 2016
Foodex, a leading event for the food and drink processing, packaging, ingredients and logistics industries, returns to Birmingham’s NEC from 18th – 20th April.
Event...
Guala Closures reinforces commitment to Scotch whisky with opening of Gartcosh facility
GUALA Closures has officially opened its new production facility in Gartcosh in an investment it said exceeds €60 million (£52 million).
The Italian-headquartered specialist in...
