‘Breathtaking’ gin bottle launched to mark Platinum Jubilee

A limited edition gin bottle commemorating The Queen's Platinum Jubilee has been released by Silent Pool Gin. The bottle was provided by glass packaging specialist,...
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New Valpak service aims to help businesses prepare for PPWR

COMPLIANCE scheme Valpak by Reconomy has announced the launch of a tailored service to prepare businesses for the EU's new Packaging and Packaging Waste...

New study explores impact of disposable cup charges

A new study by Zero Waste Scotland has found that selling disposable coffee cups separately rather than offering discounts for reusables can 'significantly increase' the...

BPF launches new tool to help firms navigate plastics tax

THE British Plastics Federation (BPF) has released an online tool to help companies ascertain whether or not their products qualify for the upcoming Plastics...

Macfarlane reports increased profit and revenue

MACFARLANE Group has reported an 8.1% rise in profit before tax to just over £2 million for the six months ended June 2016. Group turnover...

Macfarlane Group predicts bright future

MACFARLANE Group said group sales growth of 3% reflected "subdued market conditions" in its AGM statement covering 2016 to date. The Glasgow-based firm said it was confident...

CS Group appoints new MD to help drive ambitious growth plans

COMMERCIAL cleaning and packaging business CS Group has announced the appointment of Andy Imrie as MD as part of the company's plans to double...
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UPM Raflatac reveals ‘strong and measurable progress’ on climate commitments

UPM Raflatac has outlined the firm's sustainability progress with the publication of its 2024 Climate Review. The review showcases how the business and its partners...

Scotland urged to consider digital DRS alternative

A recycling technology business claims that digitalising Scotland’s deposit return scheme (DRS) could see the initiative integrate better into modern society and help meet...
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McLaren appoints two non-execs and a new financial director

MCLAREN Packaging Group has appointed two non-executive directors - Stewart MacRae and Alasdair Miller - and promoted Andrew Rennie to the role of finance...