FPA warns current EPR implementation ‘risks creating confusion and financial uncertainty’
THE Foodservice Packaging Association (FPA) has warned that action is needed to ensure fair implementation of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR).
Leaders from across the packaging sector...
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...
PPMA re-brand puts automation ‘at the heart’ of manufacturing
THE PPMA (Processing & Packaging Machinery Association) Group of Associations has announced it is re-branding and has changed its name to AutomateUK to better...
Limited-edition cans earn Estrella Damm design recognition
ESTRELLA Damm's limited-edition 150th anniversary cans -Â featuring iconic Barcelona landmarks - have been named the winner in the first round of the 2026...
New brand gets Honest with reusable bottle made from recycled single-use products
A new reusable drinking bottle has been launched, made in the UK from recycled single-use bottles.
The Honest Bottle has been unveiled by Honest, a...
Education is key to a bright future for plastics sector
EMERGING technologies and increasing engagement from universities is cause for optimism despite the ‘challenging’ times the plastics sector finds itself in.
That’s the view of...
New guide offers packaging advice for socially-distanced catering models
COMPOSTABLE packaging specialist Vegware has created a 24-page guide to help foodservice businesses plan for socially-distanced service models.
The Edinburgh-headquartered business revealed disposables are in...
Macfarlane completes acquisition of Pitreavie Group
MACFARLANE Group has completed the acquisition of Scottish protective packaging specialist The Pitreavie Group for a maximum cash consideration of £18 million, including an...
BPF outlines vision for reducing plastic waste
THE British Plastics Federation (BPF) has released a new document outlining its vision to reduce the impact of plastic waste.
The organisation said the document,...
Divide and conquer: Investment boosts Scots firm
CARDBOARD specialist Glenhaze has invested £300,000 in new machinery using a hire purchase facility from Lloyds Bank Commercial Finance.
The Bathgate-based firm specialises in...
