Lib Dems call for 5p levy on disposable coffee cups
THE Liberal Democrats want to see a 5p charge on disposable coffee cups to reduce usage.
The political party said the policy builds on the success of...
Dundee automation specialist marks 40 years of innovation
DEMAND for automation and robotics is expanding rapidly to meet the challenges of the modern world, but one Dundee-based company is this year marking...
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...
Orkney seafood specialist benefits from new thermoforming machine
ULMA Packaging UK has installed a TFS 500 thermoforming machine at seafood producer Orkney Crab's premises.
The move is designed to help the Orkney-based business...
New study highlights impact of labels in driving purchasing decisions
UPM Raflatac has released the findings of a new study, which show the power of different label materials and finishes to shape consumer perceptions...
Macfarlane Packaging helps feed one million pets through charity partnership
MACFARLANE Packaging is marking International Day of Charity by celebrating the milestone of having helped feed one million pets in need.
Blue Cross is one...
PRSE postponed due to coronavirus
PLASTICS Recycling Show Europe (PRSE) has been postponed due to the ongoing coronavirus situation, which is impacting international travel and posing a major challenge...
Packaging stakeholders focus on anti-counterfeiting
WHICH technologies can packaging manufacturers use to effectively help their customers fight product piracy? Recent months have seen a succession of relevant events and...
Report highlights benefits of improved kerbside collection over DRS for glass packs
A new report from the consulting team at Valpak for British Glass has highlighted the benefits of glass packaging being collected and recycled through...
‘Market-changing’ solution earns Parkside top award
PARKSIDE has won a Worldstar Packaging Award after teaming up with Northcoast Seafoods to create a reclosable pack for frozen foods.
The firm triumphed won the...
