Colpac expands recyclable Stagione portfolio

FOOD packaging specialist Colpac has launched a new 1000ml square Stagione variant to  expand its range of recyclable solutions. The firm said the size has...
Food processors use digital reporting tools and data features on industrial metal detectors to support productivity and food safety

Balancing creativity and sustainability will be key in 2026

As we enter 2026, Packaging Scotland asks a number of industry stakeholders what major trends, challenges and opportunities they expect will feature prominently this...
Reverse vending machine

New College Lanarkshire to trial reverse vending machines ahead of DRS launch

STUDENTS at New College Lanarkshire are to trial reverse vending machines ahead of Scotland's impending deposit return scheme (DRS). The trial - at the Motherwell,...

Smurfit Westrock Tannochside hails Aquaculture UK 2026 a success

SMURFIT Westrock Tannochside showcased its range of sustainable fish packaging solutions at Aquaculture UK 2026. Aquaculture UK brings together businesses dedicated to driving innovation and...

BPF launches new tool to help firms navigate plastics tax

THE British Plastics Federation (BPF) has released an online tool to help companies ascertain whether or not their products qualify for the upcoming Plastics...
Colpac Tower Trays

New Colpac trays offer multi-purpose packaging solution for food sector

COLPAC has announced that its 'new and improved' Tower Trays offer a multi-purpose packaging solution, operating either as single trays to eat from in-store...

Scottish charities launch campaign to have braille on food packaging

A cohort of Scottish charities have launched a campaign calling for new requirements for braille labelling to be included on the packaging of 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...

Elanders eyes further growth after Spreckley acquisition

ELANDERS UK is eyeing up expansion opportunities after acquiring neck tag and label specialist Spreckley Limited for an undisclosed sum. The print and packaging company said...

Macfarlane reports increased revenues and profit

MACFARLANE Group has revealed that 'strong growth' has delivered results 'ahead of market expectations' after the business released its preliminary financial results for the...