Francis Sullivan

First global sustainability standard for glass moves a step closer

ResponsibleGlass, the organisation established last year to maximise the contribution of glass to a sustainable society, has published the first draft of its International...
Hakan Bicak, Croxsons

Croxsons appoints new European business development manager

GLASS packaging supplier Croxsons has appointed Hakan Bicak as business development manager - Europe. In this role, he will be tasked with strengthening Croxsons' presence...

Ardagh Group implements ‘industry first’ battery system in Irvine

GLASS producer Ardagh Group has implemented a sustainable battery storage system at its container plant in Irvine. The firm aims to increase resilience and energy...

Glass manufacturer invests in recycling system

BEATSON Clark has splashed out £840,000 in a new recycling plant. The company, which makes glass bottles and jars for the food, drink and pharmaceutical sectors,...

Refillable skincare start-up opts for glass packaging

GLASS specialist Croxsons has produced primary packaging for refillable skincare brand, Necessary Good. Established in March 2023, Necessary Good makes essential skincare products and chose...

Bespoke bottle chosen for limited edition Valentine’s Gin

EDINBURGH Gin has unveiled a limited-edition Valentine’s Gin, presented in a new art deco bespoke bottle. The bottles, designed by Stranger and Stranger, feature the...

Beer bottle production rises as online sales soar

BEATSON Clark has revealed production of beer bottles increased over the summer as the lockdown drove ‘unprecedented growth’ in online sales and beer delivery. Total...

‘Revolutionary’ Heineken bottle could lead to ‘radical’ change in glass manufacturing

HEINEKEN is to trial a 'revolutionary' glass bottle in the UK which it said could lead to a 'radical' reduction in the use of...

Glass packaging specialist relocates to ‘unique’ space

GLASS packaging supplier Croxsons has relocated to new offices in Sutton, Surrey, in a move which marks the culmination of a five-year plan. Located in...

Apothecary bottles bring authentic look to rum-based drink

BEATSON Clark has revealed a new Caribbean rum tonic drink called Wha Gwan has seen 'excellent' sales since launching this summer in 200ml amber Winchester apothecary bottles.  The glass...