Mackie’s of Scotland unveils new ‘cutting-edge’ ice packaging machine

MACKIE'S of Scotland has unveiled a new packaging machine capable of filling 30 bags of ice per minute, in what the firm said represents...

Falkirk company’s BUBL shows no sign of bursting

THE founder of a Falkirk-based protective packaging firm has revealed plans to double its turnover in each of the next two financial years and...
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...

Signature move: firm takes next step in sustainable journey

SIG has launched the SIGNATURE EVO, described as the world’s first aluminium-free full barrier packaging materials for aseptic carton packs. The product extends SIG’s aluminium-free...

Packaging revamp helps Raven to soar

TWO Scottish sisters who turned to creating skincare products as a positive outlet following the passing of their mother are set to have their...
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Consumers still confused about food labelling, says study

DESPITE the introduction of a standardised traffic-light food labelling system (see Packaging Scotland, July 2013), consumers still want manufacturers, brand owners and retailers to...

Thermoformed packaging manufacturer marks 50-year milestone

THERMOFORMED packaging specialist Macpac is celebrating 50 years in business this year. The company described half a century of conceiving, designing, and manufacturing packaging as...

Packaging solution is a breath of fresh air for high value items

A Scottish protective packaging specialist has launched a new product which is helping businesses avoid transit damage when shipping heavy duty goods such as toilet...

Collaborative project develops sustainable packaging solution using ‘advanced recycling’

HEINZ and Tesco have teamed up with a range of specialist partners on a new trial which they hope will inspire the wider industry...

New Ardagh furnace marks ‘incredible breakthrough’ for glass industry

ARDAGH Glass Packaging (AGP) has celebrated the official opening of its new NextGen furnace in Obernkirchen, Germany. Customers, suppliers, policy makers, and industry partners were...