Scotland urged to consider digital DRS alternative

A recycling technology business claims that digitalising Scotland’s deposit return scheme (DRS) could see the initiative integrate better into modern society and help meet...
George Rumble

‘Rising Star’ joins Frugalpac to help drive sales growth

FRUGALPAC, the manufacturer of a recyclable coffee cup made from recycled paper, is stepping up growth plans with the appointment if a new sales manager

Recyclable paper straw launched for drinks cartons

TRANSCEND Packaging has unveiled a fully-recyclable and biodegradable U-bend paper straw for drinks cartons. Ribena will be the first UK juice drinks brand to introduce...

Highland school to trial reusable packaging in ‘first-of-its-kind’ move

KINGUSSIE High School is to trial serving food from its canteen in reusable lunch containers, in what the Highland Council said could potentially be...

Macfarlane sees profit growth for seventh consecutive year

Packaging supplier Macfarlane Group has seen profits grow for the seventh consecutive year, as it announced its 2016 annual results. The group saw profit before tax increase...
ReZorce cartons

Development of ReZorce continues with backing of key players

REFRESCO, the world's largest independent packer and filler of juice, has given its backing to ReZorce as a new partnership resumes development on the...
Halo MK1 Limited Edition

Hunter drives luxury packaging innovation with Halo MK1 Limited Edition

HUNTER Luxury has teamed up with Jack Daniel’s to bring to life Halo MK1 Limited Edition, a secondary pack inspired by the McLaren Mastercard...
Ribble Packaging receiving the Supplier of the Year accolade. Image credit: Macfarlane Packaging

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...

New study explores impact of disposable cup charges

A new study by Zero Waste Scotland has found that selling disposable coffee cups separately rather than offering discounts for reusables can 'significantly increase' the...
Plastics Recycling Show Europe 2024

PRS Europe breaks 10,000-visitor barrier for the first time

ORGANISERS of the Plastics Recycling Show Europe have confirmed a 32% increase in visitor numbers this year. The exhibition and conference, which is dedicated to...