North east firm targets growth
NBT GROUP is on target to double its turnover by 2015 with an new growth strategy and image for its new generation of customers.
Established...
Environmental concerns over plastic alternatives a ‘wake-up call’ for businesses
A cross-party parliamentary group warning that firms are replacing plastic with potentially more harmful alternatives for the environment has been described as a 'wake-up...
UK Government reminded of plastic industry’s importance amidst Covid-19 pandemic
THE British Plastics Federation has written to the UK Government asking that those working in the plastics sector be classified as ‘key workers’ in regard to...
Macfarlane sees profit growth for seventh consecutive year
Packaging supplier Macfarlane Group has seen profits grow for the seventh consecutive year, as it announced its 2016 annual results.
The group saw profit before tax increase...
MPMA urges retailers to act on recyclability of packaging materials
THE Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association (MPMA) has called for “greater transparency” of packaging materials’ recycling credentials.
New research commissioned by the organisation in the UK...
Automation, technology and cost pressures will take centre stage in 2024
2023 was a testing year for the packaging industry with skills and labour challenges prevalent across the sector and continued uncertainty and delays plaguing...
Scottish Government launches public consultation on deposit returns
THE Scottish public is to have its say on a deposit return scheme after the Scottish Government officially opened a public consultation on the...
Mackie’s of Scotland unveils new packaging
MACKIE'S of Scotland has undergone what it says is its most comprehensive rebrand in 30 years as it unveils its new packaging.
The pack design...
Ball Beverage Packaging and Coca-Cola begin HVO fuel trial in the UK
BALL Beverage Packaging and Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) are undertaking a trial of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) part-fuelled vehicles.
A 12-month trial is underway, which...
PACE adds AI-powered functionality to end-of-line packing solutions
PACE Mechanical Handling is set to incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) and free performance monitoring into the HMI on its robotic and automated end-of-line packing...
