BPF calls for plastic packaging tax funds to be invested ‘appropriately’
THE British Plastics Federation (BPF) has reacted to the UK Budget announcement regarding plans to introduce a new plastic packaging tax, stating that it...
Jude Allan appointed OPRL MD on a permanent basis
OPRL (On-Pack Recycling Label) has announced that interim MD Jude Allan will be continuing in the role on a permanent basis.
She succeeds Professor Margaret...
Whisky brand unveils ‘striking’ new packaging as growth plans gather pace
CAMPBELTOWN distillery Glen Scotia has announced a series of 'striking' new bottle and packaging designs.
Earlier this year, the brand released its oldest and rarest...
Mondi holds the advantage on drinks packaging with new solution
MONDI has announced the launch of Hug&Hold, describing it as a 'recyclable, paper-based solution' to replace plastic shrink wrap for PET bottle bundle packs.
Hug&Hold...
North east firm targets growth
NBT GROUP is on target to double its turnover by 2015 with an new growth strategy and image for its new generation of customers.
Established...
Sainsbury’s launches vacuum-packed mince to reduce plastic
SAINSBURY'S has swapped traditional plastic tray packaging for a new vacuum-packed alternative across its beef mince range in what it says is a UK supermarket...
Seal of approval: firm honoured for international trade
PROSEAL UK is celebrating after receiving a Queen’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade.
The tray sealing specialist was presented with the award by the Lord Lieutenant of...
A detailed picture of EU plastics packaging recycling
THE EU recycled 34.7% of all its plastic packaging waste in 2012, far surpassing the EU’s minimum target of 22.5%, according to a new...
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...
Digital reward system launched ahead of Glasgow deposit return scheme trial
HELPFUL and Mastercard have launched a digital system to make it easier to return single-use plastic bottles ahead of the Scottish deposit return scheme...
