‘Larger, tougher’ food-to-go packaging solution unveiled
Klöckner Pentaplast (kp) has announced the launch of the kp Infinity HP3, the 'largest and most rigid' addition to its award-winning Hotpacs range.
Said to...
Top Scottish print apprentices honoured at annual ceremony
THE importance of apprentices to the future of Scotland's printing industry was highlighted at the recent Scottish Print Apprentice of the Year Awards.
Four young...
Diageo looks to ‘push boundaries of innovation’ with new paper-based bottle trial
DIAGEO has unveiled a 'first of its kind' 90% paper-based bottle trial for Johnnie Walker Black Label exclusively at Johnnie Walker Princes Street’s 1820...
Climate review underscores UPM Raflatac’s sustainability progress
UPM Raflatac has highlighted the 'significant strides' the business has taken towards becoming the first label materials company to go beyond fossils.
The firm has...
Research reveals PCR plastic use in packaging is a hit with consumers
NEW research has revealed the vast majority of European consumers are aware that some typical supermarket products feature recycled plastic in their packaging.
Amcor has...
UK Government announces funding for new sustainable plastic packaging solutions
THE UK Government has made investment of up to £1 million in funding available to early-stage sustainable plastic packaging solutions.
Innovate UK, part of UK...
Campaign to tackle cup waste in Glasgow stepped up
NEW research has revealed that only 12% of single-use cup buyers in Glasgow have managed to recycle the products properly.
Environmental charity Keep Scotland Beautiful...
Research shows importance of transparency in establishing sustainability credibility
A survey conducted by Smurfit Kappa, in partnership with the Financial Times, has highlighted the importance of sustainability in the strategy and planning of...
Scots distillery uses pharma bottle for craft gin
A Scottish distillery has chosen a Beatson Clark bottle originally intended for pharmaceutical products for its new craft gin.
Brewdog-backed LoneWolf launched its first spirits last...
UK businesses warned over looming Plastic Packaging Tax submission deadline
PACKAGING data specialist Ecoveritas is urging UK businesses to be prepared to submit their Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) return before the end of July.
Companies...
