Food & Drink

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

Pot Noodle to trial paper pots in Tesco

POT Noodle is to trial switching its pot to a new paper version created after three years of development work. The new pot will roll...

‘Versatile’ sauce bottle closure boasts green credentials

BERRY Global has introduced a new closure for sauces, described as a lightweight and recyclable solution that doesn't compromise on strength or durability. The closure...

Compostable trays set ‘benchmark’ for sustainability

COMPOSTABLE packaging specialist TIPA has launched a new recyclable tray crafted from waste product of rice. The trays can be disposed of in compost bins...

Compostability and barrier performance: a match made in packaging heaven

By Mark Shaw, new product development technical manager at Parkside A significant shift in consumer environmental awareness is driving continuous innovation in the high barrier...

Starbucks partners with coffee pod recycling scheme

STARBUCKS UK has become the latest high-street chain to partner with the coffee pod recycling scheme, Podback. The firm is now offering customers of Starbucks’...

Inveralmond beers get a revamp

Perth-based beer brand Inveralmond has been given a fresh look as the brand marks its 20th anniversary of brewing. Inveralmond has also added a new beer -...

Sprite taps into young adults’ love of ‘chill time’ with new on-pack promotion

SPRITE is to feature a new on-pack promotion aiming to tap into young adults' 'enjoyment and need' for 'chill time'. The promotion will feature the...

Glass tops class in food safety and recycling survey

More than half of UK consumers want food and drink in glass packaging, according to a recently published survey. The independent survey, which was commissioned...

Robotic cell helps production to sprout

SCOTTISH Borders-based vegetable processor, Drysdales, is said to have become the first UK produce firm to automate its sprout crate loading operation in a...

Bespoke glass solution supports Irish food producer’s growth plans

BEATSON Clark has helped an Irish food producer rebrand its glass packaging in a bid to achieve international success. Folláin Preserves, based in County Cork,...