SIG ramps up plans to improve recyclability of carton packs

SIG has announced plans to raise the proportion of fiber in its aseptic carton structure. The company revealed it intends to develop a full-barrier aluminium-free...
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Tesco warn brands that excessively packaged goods will not be sold in stores

Tesco has warned that it will stop stocking brands which use excessive packaging for their products

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'...

Tennent’s packs mark 130 years of brewing

TENNENT'S Lager has launched limited edition retro-style packs to mark 130 years of brewing. The packs feature "iconic 80s packaging" and Tennent's has announced they...

Leading retailers to debate plastics in packaging at industry event

A number of major retailers have been confirmed for the upcoming Big Plastics Debate at Packaging Innovations 2018. Representatives from Coca Cola, Co-Op, Asda, Marks...

OPRL MD to head EPR scheme

OPRL managing director Dr Margaret Bates has been appointed head for the UK Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR) for Packaging scheme administrator. She will take up...
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Macfarlane Group profits ‘in line with market consensus’

PROTECTIVE packaging specialist Macfarlane Group has released its preliminary results for 2024, which detail pre-tax profit has increased by 3% on revenues that have...

Smurfit Kappa revenues dip amid ‘challenging macro backdrop’

SMURFIT Kappa has recorded a 9% drop in revenue for the first half of the year. The packaging giant's half-year results show revenue has dipped...

Sustainable gin pouches launched ahead of Mother’s Day

DARNLEY'S Gin has announced the launch of its sustainable gin pouches in time for Mother’s Day. Described as an 'eye-catching, unique present that gin-lovers can...
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Biscuit firm bordering on plastic free packaging

BORDER Biscuits have unveiled new packaging for their products which will feature 90% less plastic than before