Bridge Johnson returns to its roots with new Kilmarnock base

A family-run packaging firm founded in East Ayrshire has returned to the region as part of its continued expansion. Bridge Johnson, which specialises in a...

DS Smith outlines plan to plant a tree for every employee

DS Smith has announced it has funded the planting of 29,000 trees – one for each employee – in celebration of the UN-backed International...

Scotland’s deposit return scheme delayed until at least 2025

SCOTLAND'S deposit return scheme (DRS) has been delayed until at least October 2025. The Scottish Government said the delay comes as a consequence of the...

When the going gets Tuf

When you think of shrink wrapping you’re more likely to think of various types of food and clothing packaging than scaffolding and machine parts ...

Glass sector warns of ‘seasonal overloads’ if material is part of DRS

WASTE sector specialists have warned of the potential for 'seasonal overloads' if glass bottles are included in Scotland's Deposit Return Scheme (DRS). Facilities for returning...

Food poisoning fears over chicken packaging

FEARS that bacteria found on the outside of chicken packaging could cause food poisoning have been raised, following a rigorous investigation by the Food...
Winfried Muehling, Pro Carton

Zero Waste Week 2025: a call to action for a sustainable future

By Winfried Muehling, director of marketing and communications at Pro Carton Zero Waste Week 2025 serves as a powerful reminder of the growing environmental challenges...

Kirkcaldy packaging firm unveils fresh look

KIRKCALDY-based Kwikpac has announced the launch of its new branding, logo and website to mark 30 years in business. The supplier of strapping, stretch film,...

Circularity Scotland appoints administrators

THE firm which was due to oversee Scotland's deposit return scheme (DRS) has appointed administrators in the wake of the scheme being delayed again. Speaking...

CV Labels invests in ninth ABG machine as leadership passes to next generation

A B Graphic International (ABG) has marked a significant milestone in its long-standing relationship with CV Labels. The Irvine-based label printing specialist has added two...