Aldi to launch new packaging across its own-brand boxed cereal
ALDI is to introduce 100% recyclable packaging for its own-brand boxed cereal in a move which it says will save 650 tonnes of non-recyclable...
‘Larger, tougher’ food-to-go packaging solution unveiled
Klöckner Pentaplast (kp) has announced the launch of the kp Infinity HP3, the 'largest and most rigid' addition to its award-winning Hotpacs range.
Said to...
Don’t underestimate the green power of plastic
By Paula Birch, global sales director, Parkside
FLEXIBLE plastic packaging delivers significant sustainability benefits. Aside from protecting and preserving goods, it also requires significantly fewer...
Food for thought as suppliers get set for ‘biggest event in town’
FOODEX 2018 returns to the NEC Birmingham in April, vowing to showcase the latest innovative products to hit the marketplace.
The three-day biennial trade event...
Bellshill bakery chooses to go with the flow
AÂ Bellshill bakery which specialises in gluten-free products has invested in a new Shamal flow wrapper with MAP (Modified Atmosphere Packaging) gas flushing capabilities and...
Plastic pallet solution pays off for spirits giant
A switch from wooden to plastic pallets has reportedly brought a range of benefits for premium spirits specialist The Edrington Group.
The company approached Goplasticpallets.com...
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...
Coca-Cola launches on-pack QR code competitions
QR codes on Coca-Cola packaging are set to give consumers the chance to win the 'hottest' music festival tickets this summer.
The move comes as...
SIG’s Cartons for Good initiative earns award recognition
SIG Foundation has received international recognition for its 'Cartons for Good' initiative, which uses the firm's expertise in filling technology to help communities process...
Partnership confirms ‘breakthrough’ for home compostable fruit labelling
UK film manufacturer Futamura and Dutch labelstock producer Bio4life have announced a 'breakthrough' in fruit labelling by producing a certified home and industrial compostable...
