New plastics waste prevention plan announced
A new collaborative initiative that aims to turn the tide on the UK’s issue of plastic waste has been announced.
The UK Government’s 25 Year...
Vegware adds to end-of-life waste management options for customers
EDINBURGH-based packaging specialist Vegware has launched another waste disposal option for the firm's coffee cups.
All of Vegware’s single and double wall hot cups can...
Packaging stakeholders focus on anti-counterfeiting
WHICH technologies can packaging manufacturers use to effectively help their customers fight product piracy? Recent months have seen a succession of relevant events and...
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...
Reusable container offers ‘ideal’ refill packaging solution
A 14-litre HDPE reusable container by Berry Global is providing the vessel for a new refill packaging solution from the Refill Coalition.
The pilot for...
DS Smith sets out new sustainability goals
DS Smith has unveiled its new ten-year sustainability vision and strategy, Now and Next, which sets out the firm's commitments and goals.
The business explained...
Packaging association warns industry is ‘not ready’ for plastics tax
THE Foodservice Packaging Association (FPA) has warned that the sector is not ready for the impending Plastic Packaging Tax.
It comes following a survey amongst...
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...
Edinburgh bottling business recognised for positive workplace culture
EDINBURGH-based bottling business Young Spirits has been named as one of the UK’s 100 most loved companies to work for in a global awards initiative.
The...
Papermaker partners with Bruichladdich for travel retail single malt whisky
FOLLOWING the success of James Cropper’s partnership with Islay single malt Scotch whisky brand Bruichladdich, bringing the first of its Luxury Redefined range to...

















