Grangemouth site to play key role in project to deliver food-grade recycled polypropylene

INEOS Olefins & Polymers has joined the NEXTLOOPP project, designed to create circular food-grade recycled polypropylene from Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) packaging. The two-year project...
Pro2Pac

Packing a punch

PACKAGING and processing exhibition Pro2Pac is returning with a new look and organisers say it will be the largest edition yet. The biennial event...

New research shows growth in canned alcoholic drinks market

NEW research has revealed the value of canned craft beer and wine has increased in the last 18 months. Speaking to industry trade body Can...

Bridge Johnson returns to its roots with new Kilmarnock base

A family-run packaging firm founded in East Ayrshire has returned to the region as part of its continued expansion. Bridge Johnson, which specialises in a...

Whisky presentation box gets the royal treatment

POLLARD Boxes has produced a new presentation box to highlight the significance of the latest addition to the ‘King of Whisky’ Royal Salute’s permanent...
Supermarket products

Research reveals PCR plastic use in packaging is a hit with consumers

NEW research has revealed the vast majority of European consumers are aware that some typical supermarket products feature recycled plastic in their packaging. Amcor has...

Binary labelling system aims to provide clarity over recycling

OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) has announced the launch of a new binary labelling system, which will be rolled out in the New Year. The organisation...

UK Government announces funding for new sustainable plastic packaging solutions

THE UK Government has made investment of up to £1 million in funding available to early-stage sustainable plastic packaging solutions. Innovate UK, part of UK...

90% renewable paperboard pressed tray solution launched for fresh food sector

STORA Enso has introduced a recyclable and peelable board material for vacuum packaged fresh food. The manufacturer said Trayforma BarrPeel supports sustainability ambitions by reducing...
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Mergers, pEPR and stability set to take centre stage in 2025

Packaging Scotland recently asked a number of key stakeholders from across the packaging industry to provide their predictions for what we can expect in...