Bergman & Beving acquires 90% shareholding in DataLase
PHOTONIC printing solutions specialist DataLase has announced that Bergman & Beving AB has acquired a 90% shareholding in the business.
Based in Widnes, Cheshire, DataLase...
Technology giant announces acquisition of Edinburgh packaging firm
TECHNOLOGY giant HP - best known for its computers - has announced the acquisition of Edinburgh-based Choose Packaging for an undisclosed amount.
The packaging development...
‘First’ British-made sparkling wine bottle launched
CROXSONS has collaborated with glass manufacturer Encirc to oversee the first production run of Sovereign, which is described as the UK's first British-made sparkling...
Falkirk business rebrands to reflect “rapidly expanding” product range
FALKIRK-based inflatable and reusable protective packaging specialist BUBL Bag has announced the business will now trade under the name BUBL Packaging to reflect the...
A detailed picture of EU plastics packaging recycling
THE EU recycled 34.7% of all its plastic packaging waste in 2012, far surpassing the EU’s minimum target of 22.5%, according to a new...
Organisers hail success of record-breaking Labelexpo Europe 2025
ORGANISERS of Labelexpo Europe 2025 have celebrated the success of its 'biggest show to date' after holding the event in Barcelona for the first...
Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026 focuses on the future
Packaging Innovations & Empack returns to the NEC Birmingham from February 11-12. The event covers the entire packaging journey, from concept and design to...
Packaging with a twist: new solution launched for confectionery
COVERIS has launched a new paper alternative for confectionery packaging.
MonoFlexFibre Pure Twist is designed to replace less sustainable alternatives commonly used for twist-wrapped products...
RPC makes £261m offer for BPI
RPC Group is poised to buy Greenock-based British Polythene Industries (BPI) in a £261 million deal.
The respective boards announced an agreement has been reached on...
Macfarlane Packaging names annual supplier awards winners
PROTECTIVE packaging specialist Macfarlane Packaging has revealed the six winners of its annual supplier awards.
The awards are voted on by employees across the business. Macfarlane...




















