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...
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...
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...
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...
