New packaging solution designed to address food sector’s ‘most pressing’ concerns

BRILLOPAK has launched its new TrayPAKer product, described as a high-speed robot-based packaging solution that also offers multi-material handling capabilities. The model is said to...
The trays can be used to store fruit, veg and fungi.

Compostable coup for Glasgow firm

A range of soft produce trays from Glasgow firm Robert Cullen Ltd has been described as “arguably the UK’s greenest packaging product” by the...

Vegware’s new MD eyes big year in food retail

THE new MD of Vegware has told Packaging Scotland that the business is confident of boosting its presence even further in the food retail...

Food safety on the agenda at Ishida open house events

ISHIDA is inviting food producers to its Birmingham facility for its Food Safety X-ray Open House event July 4-6. The event will demonstrate how advancements...

Packaging Innovations & Empack postponed to June 2021

PACKAGING Innovations & Empack Birmingham has been postponed to June 2021, organiser Easyfairs has confirmed. The event was due to take place on March 3...
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Scotland to introduce deposit return scheme for drinks containers

FIRST Minister Nicola Sturgeon has announced that Scotland will introduce a deposit return scheme for drinks containers, as part of her statement outlining the...

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...

VPK Packaging appoints new MD to drive growth in the UK and Ireland

VPK Packaging has announced the appointment of Jeremy Anderson as managing director for UK & Ireland, as the business presses ahead with its growth...
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Updated OPRL tool helps brands meet pEPR obligations

OPRL has announced the launch of an updated tool to help members demonstrate the recyclability of packaging products under new Extended Producer Responsibility for...

“Robust and durable” pack helps beer calendar spread Christmas cheer

Antalis Packaging has helped an Edinburgh-based online alcoholic drinks retailer spread some Christmas cheer with the launch of its 'Canvent' calendar, featuring 24 330ml...