Automation tipped to help alleviate labour pressures
A packaging machinery specialist is urging manufacturers to consider automated approaches to maximise output in the months ahead, in the face of labour pressures...
Retailer opts for functional barrier paper solution
RETAILER Iceland is replacing its previous packaging with Mondi’s functional barrier paper across a number of its ranges.
The first newly packaged product to hit the...
Scotland’s deposit return scheme to go live in August 2023
SCOTLAND'S deposit return scheme (DRS) is to go live across the country on 16 August 2023, the Scottish Government has announced.
Lorna Slater, circular economy...
PFF Group bolsters expansion plans with Sirap UK acquisition
FOOD packaging manufacturer PFF Group has completed the acquisition of Sedgefield-based Sirap UK.
Sirap UK is a £13 million turnover business that was part of...
Consultation launched on precautionary ‘may contain’ food labels
THE Food Standards Agency (FSA) has launched a consultation on the use of precautionary allergen information and labels often written as 'may contain' on...
Old Norse legends inspire winner of young designer competition
A young British designer has been confirmed as the winner of the 2021 O-I : EXPRESSIONS Design Awards with an entry inspired by old...
Kellogg’s launches ‘important’ Corn Flakes packaging trial
KELLOGG'S is to trial a fully paper-based liner in its Corn Flakes range to help shape its future packaging plans.
Launched in partnership with Tesco,...
Carton manufacturer steps up investment in renewable energy capacity
BEVERAGE carton producer SIG has announced it has agreed a new contract to secure real-time wind power for the firm's production operations in Germany.
Under...
‘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...
Study shows almost half of alcohol brands voluntarily carry calorie information on labels
ALMOST half (46%) of alcoholic drinks from 'leading' UK brands carry calorie information on labels, an alcohol trade group has revealed.
Portman Group carried out...
