Vegware looks to ‘close the loop’ on composting
EDINBURGH-based compostable packaging manufacturer Vegware has launched its collection service in Bristol, along with a new bring-back scheme for cafes.
Vegware’s Close the Loop scheme,...
Macfarlane Group profits ‘in line with market consensus’
PROTECTIVE packaging specialist Macfarlane Group has released its preliminary results for 2024, which detail pre-tax profit has increased by 3% on revenues that have...
Scottish trial shows small financial incentive can drive surge in recycling
A trial involving Scottish-based students has revealed a surge in recycling following the introduction of a small financial incentive.
Students from across the Motherwell, Coatbridge...
Charapak expertise helps poppies reach their final destinations
CHARAPAKÂ is providing the complete packaging and fulfilment service for the distribution of the world-famous ceramic poppies which were displayed at the Tower of London...
Walkers to trial paper crisp packaging in Tesco stores
WALKERS has partnered with Tesco to trial paper-based outer packaging on multipacks of its Baked range of crisps.
PepsiCo, owner of Walkers, said the trial...
Recycled paper wine bottle launched
A new paper wine bottle has been launched, which has been described as the biggest innovation for wine and spirits since the launch of the...
Smart food packaging to hit the shelves
SMART packaging may be finally coming of age – granted, we’ve heard that before but earlier this year one or two developers confirmed the...
Vetropack Group begins 2026 with new CEO
GLASS packaging manufacturer Vetropack Group has appointed Dr Lukas Burkhardt as its new CEO.
The 46-year-old Swiss national succeeds Johann Reiter, who retired at the...
New research highlights overpacking issues
NEW research from Glasgow-based Macfarlane Packaging has found that almost a quarter of consumers believe goods ordered online arrive with too much packaging.
The firm's...
DRS’ material specification requirements published
THE organisation delivering the deposit return scheme (DRS) across Scotland, England, and Northern Ireland has published its material specification for drinks containers included in the scheme.Â
Designed to support...
