Plastics industry outlines Brexit concerns to MPs
SENIOR figures from the British plastics industry have met with politicians to discuss some of the biggest issues affecting the sector ahead of the UK's negotiations...
Scottish corrugated packaging business confirms major investment plans
EAST Kilbride-based corrugated packaging specialist Boxshop, a member of the Logson Group, has announced it has embarked on a major investment programme to 'transform'...
Scotland’s deposit return scheme delayed again
THE introduction of a deposit return scheme (DRS) in Scotland has been delayed for a second time.
The scheme was due to come into operation...
DS Smith trials range of alternative fibres to boost circular economy goals
DS Smith has revealed it is trialling new materials for its paper and packaging making process which includes straw, daisies, hemp, cocoa shells and...
Registration opens for ‘bigger and better’ PPMA Total Show 2025
REGISTRATION has opened for the PPMA Total Show, which returns to the NEC, Birmingham from September 23-25.
Organisers of the processing and packaging machinery, robotics...
Scottish snack specialist set for packaging makeover
A major Scottish-based family snack business is launching new packaging.
Taylors Snacks is set to unveil the ‘Taylors’ brand on its crisps and popcorn ranges,...
Scottish firm looks to slam lid on food waste
A Scottish packaging business is on a mission to tackle food waste after winning a sustainability award and linking up with manufacturers around Europe.
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Packaging producers urged to do more to fund recycling
THE Recycling Association has urged greater funding of recycling by packaging retailers and manufacturers following publication of a new report by the National Audit...
Connected packaging: building a more inclusive future
By Jenny Stanley, MD at Appetite Creative
I've seen countless trends come and go, but a recent discussion on inclusive design and connected packaging solutions...
Winners of the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2021 announced
THE winners of the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2021 have been announced at the Plastics Recycling Show Europe in Amsterdam.
They are as follows:
Automotive,...
