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...

Sustainable and luxury packs – that’s the spirit!

Premium spirits packaging can incorporate many sustainable benefits – but that is not a new phenomenon, explains Tan Mahal, creative designer at Pollard Boxes ENVIRONMENTAL...

Three-step case packing solution put to the test

Automatic packing systems designer and manufacturer, Pacepacker Services, has cooperated with end of line packaging machinery firm, Endoline, on the new E-Pac solution –...

Malting firm unveils new £2m packaging line

A Scottish malting firm has opened a new £2 million packaging line in Alloa, in a move which will look to help support Scottish...

Paisley business secures BRCGS certification for primary packaging

PAISLEY-based post-press specialist ACA has announced it has secured the BRC Global Standard for packaging materials. The company secured a Grade AA rating for food...
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Smartwater rethink for Coca-Cola

COCA-Cola Great Britain, in partnership with Coca-Cola European Partners, has announced that its Glacéau Smartwater bottles will be made from 100% recycled plastic (rPET) by the end of the year
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Embossed bottles help new cider drink to stand out

GLASS packaging manufacturer Croxsons has supported Thatchers Cider with the launch of the firm's newest creation - Juicy Apple - by supplying bespoke 500ml...

QAS Group: One Stop Co-Pack & Supply Chain Specialist

QAS has over 30 years’ experience bringing products to market with robust Contract Packing, Bottling, Sleeving & Warehousing services. Our core service, contract packing has evolved over the years allowing us to provide a comprehensive range of packing and repacking solutions, fully tailored to our customer requirements, adding value to their products and brands.

Petainer brings manufacturing to Brazil

PETAINER has announced an expansion of its South American presence after teaming up with BLUE PET in Brazil to start manufacturing petainerKeg. The firm said its...