Clear bottles

DataLase introduces ‘revolutionary’ clear-to-white coating for plastic bottles

LASER printing specialist DataLase has announced the launch of a 'revolutionary' clear-to-white coating for plastic bottles. The solution is said to eliminate filmic and paper...

Novolex completes acquisition of Vegware

NOVOLEX has acquired Edinburgh-headquartered compostable packaging specialist Vegware. Vegware said its teams in both the UK and America are expected to join the Novolex family,...

One year to go: Scottish businesses urged to prepare now for DRS

CIRCULARITY Scotland is calling on producers, retailers, and hospitality venues across Scotland to begin preparing for the introduction of the country's deposit return scheme...
CelluComp products

American dream comes true for Fife-based innovators

AN innovative materials company first launched from a Fife kitchen is nearing the opening of its first ever commercial production facility in America as...

‘World first’ trial highlights benefits of a digital deposit return scheme

OVER 20,000 cash rewards have been redeemed by consumers in a 'world first' digital deposit return scheme (DDRS) trial. The project was led by recycling...

Vanston named new INCPEN CEO

PAUL Vanston will succeed Jane Bickerstaffe as CEO of INCPEN, the Industry Council for research on Packaging & the Environment. He will serve as CEO-designate until...

Global packaging community praised for pandemic response

THE global packaging community has been praised for its response to the Covid-19 pandemic. Jan De Roeck, Esko marketing director (industry relations and strategy) said,...

Dalkeith labels specialist celebrates double award success

NSD Labels has won two major awards at the 2021 FlexoTech International Print and Innovations Awards, held in London. The Dalkeith-based business triumphed in the...
Oliver Selby and George Thompson

New BARA chair aims to help drive automation forward in the UK

BARA (the British Automation and Robotics Association) has named Oliver Selby as its new chair, succeeding George Thompson. Oliver, who is currently FANUC UK head...
Ian Wright, Prism eLogistics

Businesses urged to review packaging now to minimise EPR fees

PRISM eLogistics is urging brands to review their packaging now to ensure they minimise EPR fees ahead of the end of February reporting deadline. The...