Surgeons renew call for end of fireworks being packaged as ‘toys’
A group of plastic and reconstructive surgeons have renewed their calls for graphic warning labels, similar to those found on cigarette boxes, to be...
APEAL looks to the future of steel packaging
APEAL, the Association of European Producers of Steel for Packaging has launched two new projects focusing on the past, present and future of steel for packaging.
The social...
Smoke alarm package changes buyer behaviour
A new way of packaging a smoke alarm was discussed at the Packaging Innovations conference in February, in a presentation on how packaging can...
Sustainable packs deliver fresh look for innovative Scottish brand
AN award-winning TexMex restaurant with outlets in Edinburgh and Aberdeen has revealed the important role of packaging in helping to build the rapidly growing...
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...
PPMA Show to provide ‘long-overdue’ face-to-face opportunity to explore latest trends
ORGANISERS of PPMA Show 2021 have revealed the event is ready to provide a 'long-overdue' opportunity for industry stakeholders to explore emerging technologies and...
Success is in the bag for reusable solution
THE team behind the reusable RePapaPac paper bag has told Packaging Scotland that it expects the ‘iconic’ product to become even more popular as...
Cullen to ramp up production as demand soars for sustainable packs
GLASGOW-based Cullen Eco-Friendly Packaging has announced plans to increase production to one BILLION plastic-free units per year as demand soars for its sustainable corrugated...
Deposit return system for drinks containers announced for England
THE UK Government has announced plans for a deposit return system in a bid to crack down on plastic pollution and increase recycling rates...
Event partnership award marks two decades of collaboration over contract packing
PACKAGING Innovations & Empack, in partnership with the BCMPA (Association of Contract Manufacturing, Packing, Fulfilment & Logistics), has won Best Event Partnership at the...
