Operator announced for Scotland and wider UK’s deposit return schemes
UK Deposit Management Organisation Ltd (UK DMO) has been announced as the operator of the deposit return schemes for single-use plastic and metal drinks...
UK Packaging PRO to lead packaging recycling scheme
UK Packaging PRO has been appointed by PackUK as the national Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) for the UK’s packaging recycling scheme, Extended Producer Responsibility...
Big tobacco’s appeal against plain packaging rejected
An appeal against new rules for standardised packaging of tobacco by a group of tobacco companies has been rejected.
The UK Court of Appeal recently rejected the...
Macfarlane strengthens European team with senior appointment
MACFARLANE Group PLC has strengthened its European presence with the appointment of Joost Meijs to the new role of MD, Macfarlane Packaging Distribution, Europe.
In...
Macfarlane performance demonstrates ‘resilience’ of group’s business model
PROTECTIVE packaging specialist Macfarlane Group has revealed that it expects profits for 2023 to be in line with the board's expectations.
The business provided a...
Long-standing flexible packaging firms agree merger
MERCURY Packaging and CPS Flexible Ltd have agreed a merger to form a flexible packaging firm with a combined turnover of around £16 million.
The...
Plastics Industry Award winners revealed
THE winners of the 2019 Plastics Industry Awards have been announced. Actor Shaun Williamson revealed the 16 winners at a ceremony in London, with Rosti Automotive...
SIG confirms multi-million pound investment in new tech facility
SIG has announced the business is investing €12 million in a pilot plant of its new Tech Center Europe, which will be located close...
Annual unboxing survey aims to gain insights into packaging trends
MACFARLANE Packaging has launched the company's 8th annual unboxing survey, which provides insights into consumer experiences with e-commerce packaging and the impact it has...
Many happy returns?
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has announced that Scotland is to introduce a deposit return scheme for drinks containers. Packaging Scotland reached out to three...
