Macfarlane Packaging launches new branding service for mailers

MACFARLANE Packaging has joined forces with specialist print-on-demand company, Print On, to launch the UK’s first print-on-demand branding service for its off the shelf range...
Virus

Packaging takes key role in Covid-19 battle

THE Covid-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, which has wreaked havoc around the globe, has brought the importance of packaging and plastics firmly into focus.

Packaging business celebrates vegan-certified status

SMURFIT Kappa has announced it has become the first packaging company to become vegan-certified. The business said obtaining the Vegan Society trademark also marks the...
Packaging for hair products

Presentation boxes deliver ‘nostalgic festive vibe’ for hair products

PAPER and print selection have been described as 'critical' to Pusterla 1880 achieving the desired look and finish for presentation boxes that form part...

Government reshuffle leaves expansion of green policies ‘mired in uncertainty’

COMPLIANCE specialist Ecoveritas has urged the UK Government to 'stay the course' on environmental reform, as Defra (Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs)...

Labelling now required on food pre-packed for direct sale

FOOD pre-packed for direct sale (PPDS) on site is now required to feature ingredient and allergen labelling under new legislation. Items such as sandwiches packaged...

Irn-Bru maker outlines new sustainable packaging goals

A.G. Barr, producer of Irn-Bru, Rubicon and Funkin drinks brands, has confirmed plans to be carbon net zero by 2040. The firm has also...

Irn-Bru announces new 100% recycled packaging

IRN-BRU maker AG Barr has announced that all of its soft drink consumer multipacks are to be wrapped in 100% recycled shrink wrap by...

Demand for personal care products remains ‘unseasonably high’

THE BCMPA has revealed that demand for personal care products continues to thrive - and is predicting this to remain the case for the...

Flexible packaging firm opens new UK base following ‘rapid’ growth

ECO Flexibles has opened its new UK headquarters in Northampton, in a move described as a 'significant leap forward' for the business. Now located in...