Food & Drink

Find out the latest food and drink news from the packaging industry

Asda to use plant-based protection to increase shelf life of fruit

ASDA is to use plant-based protection to increase the shelf life of its citrus fruits and avocados. The supermarket said that it will be the...

Transcend Packaging expands paper straw production to Italy

UK-based sustainable packaging specialist, Transcend Packaging, has announced it is expanding into Italy with an additional production facility, dedicated to producing paper straws. The factory...

New film highlights role of steel packaging in tackling food waste

THE Association of European Producers of Steel for Packaging (APEAL) has produced a new film outling the food preservation qualities of steel packaging. The move...

Morrisons backs coffee pod return scheme

MORRISONS has struck a partnership with Podback to allow customers a way of recycling coffee pods. The supermarket will offer free Podback Collect+ recycling bags...

Yoghurt pots aim to create maximum shelf-impact

FRENCH dairy producer Duo Lozère has turned to RPC Bebo Bouxwiller to provide packaging for the firm's organic yoghurts and fromage blanc. The 125cc thermoformed...

Recycle-ready food films tipped to help retailers meet sustainable goals

SEALED Air has revealed how the business is helping retailers to improve sustainability. Stephanie Poole, senior business development & retail manager, said the development of...

Tobacco-style marketing restrictions could be ‘catastrophic’ for brands

THE marketing restrictions faced by the tobacco industry could lead to a $521 billion loss to businesses if extended to other sectors, a new...

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society presents Distillers One of One packaging concept

THE Scotch Malt Whisky Society has revealed it is bucking the trend with its inaugural contribution to the Distillers One of One auction at...

Kellogg’s launches new look for its snack range

KELLOGG'S has debuted a new look for its snack range in partnership with brand transformation company, Landor & Fitch. The refreshed snacks packaging follows on...

Biopolymer has “massive” potential

HOPING to turn the tide of both food and packaging waste is Scottish biotechnology company CuanTec, with an innovative new solution using langoustine shells. Chapelhall-based...