Borrow Cup project

Berry innovation chosen for Glasgow returnable cup project

BERRY Global’s range of reusable plastic cups has been selected for the Borrow Cup ‘collaborative returnable cup initiative’, which was launched recently in Glasgow. Borrow...

Scott Group expansion plans gather pace with new acquisition

DUNFERMLINE-based Scott Group has announced the acquisition of Yorkshire pallet and packaging specialist Whirlowdale Trading Co (WTC). Scott Group has three existing pallet businesses; Scott...
Joost Meijs

Macfarlane strengthens European team with senior appointment

MACFARLANE Group PLC has strengthened its European presence with the appointment of Joost Meijs to the new role of MD, Macfarlane Packaging Distribution, Europe. In...

Plastics sector outlines Brexit concerns ahead of key vote

THE British Plastics Federation (BPF) has revealed concerns from its members about Brexit, just days before the crucial House of Commons vote on Prime...

Seaweed lining adds to green credentials of new compostable food boxes

TRI-Star Packaging has introduced new kraft food boxes lined with Notpla Coating, a lining made from seaweed which replaces the plastic coating usually used...
The Label Trail, Labelexpo Europe

Tech specialists team up to explore the future of label production

EIGHT companies are set to team up for The Label Trail, a guided experience during Labelexpo Europe 2025. Avery Dennison, CERM, CarbonQuota, Esko, Grafisk Maskinfabrik...

Climate review underscores UPM Raflatac’s sustainability progress

UPM Raflatac has highlighted the 'significant strides' the business has taken towards becoming the first label materials company to go beyond fossils. The firm has...
Food processors use digital reporting tools and data features on industrial metal detectors to support productivity and food safety

Balancing creativity and sustainability will be key in 2026

As we enter 2026, Packaging Scotland asks a number of industry stakeholders what major trends, challenges and opportunities they expect will feature prominently this...

Mixed bag: debate rages over 5p bag charge

As shoppers in Scotland get to grips with the 5p charge on carrier bags, we ask two men on opposing sides of the debate...

Delivery of Scotland’s Baby Boxes to begin

ALL babies in Scotland born from August 15 will be eligible to receive a box of essential items for newborns. The Baby Box has been...