Scottish universities to ‘drastically’ increase recycled content of plastic bottles
SCIENTISTS from Heriot-Watt University and the University of Strathclyde are to develop additives and processing methods that will 'drastically' increase the recycled content of...
Britvic confirms packaging innovation partnership with Xampla
SOFT drinks giant Britvic is teaming up with University of Cambridge-backed tech company Xampla to boost packaging innovation.
After 15 years of research, Xampla has...
New jar lidding range launched for UK food and drink sector
ATS Packaging Machinery has added to its capping solutions for the food and drink sector by launching a range of jar lidding machines.
The new...
Coca-Cola outlines ‘industry leading’ reusable packaging ambitions
COCA-COLA has announced an 'industry leading' goal to 'significantly' boost its use of reusable packaging.
The company aims to have at least 25% of all...
New Sealed Air food packaging tipped to help enhance recyclability
SEALED Air has launched two new eco BDF films designed for compatibility with both LDPE mechanical recycling and chemical recycling processes.
The new range includes...
Amcor introduces ‘breakthrough’ paper-based packaging for confectionary and snacks
AMCOR has launched its lifespan performance paper in Europe, which comes as the first new product launch on its amfiber platform.
The product is described...
Premium chocolate specialist unveils new sustainable packs
PREMIUM Belgian chocolate giant Guylian has unveiled new packaging and an upgraded recipe for its chocolate with hazelnut praliné offering.
"By changing our design and...
Introducing Berlin Packaging UK
Berlin Packaging UK (previously Bruni Erben) is the UK subsidiary of Berlin Packaging – the World’s Only Hybrid Packaging Supplier. Founded in 1951, Berlin Packaging UK is an ever-evolving company which brings together the best elements of packaging manufacturing, distribution and income-boosting services.
Packaging association warns industry is ‘not ready’ for plastics tax
THE Foodservice Packaging Association (FPA) has warned that the sector is not ready for the impending Plastic Packaging Tax.
It comes following a survey amongst...
Roberts & Mart to provide compostable packaging for Te & Kaffi
ROBERTS Mart & Co Ltd has added a beverage company found in Iceland to its portfolio of European customers using its compostable packaging.
The firm...
