Bosch seeks new owner for its packaging machinery business

BOSCH Group has announced plans to sell its packaging business after "intensively and thoroughly considering all its strategic options". The business will look for a...

Vegware honoured at VIBES ceremony in Glasgow

EDINBURGH-based Vegware was recognised for its sustainability credentials at the 20th VIBES Scottish Environment Business Awards. The firm, which produces plant-based compostable packaging, was honoured with...

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...

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...

Retailer confirms landmark move to use Prevented Ocean Plastic in water bottles

LIDL GB has confirmed plans to become the first UK supermarket to incorporate Prevented Ocean Plastic into its water bottles. Appearing in store throughout July,...

New research shows strong support for enhanced recycling systems in Scotland

A new poll commissioned by Alupro has revealed 69% of Scots believe 'urgent' investment is needed in local authority recycling, as Scotland lags behind other...

Packaging Innovations & Empack postponed to June 2021

PACKAGING Innovations & Empack Birmingham has been postponed to June 2021, organiser Easyfairs has confirmed. The event was due to take place on March 3...

Packaging business invests in new fibre and paper development lab

DS Smith has opened a new fibre and paper development laboratory at its Kemsley Paper Mill in Kent. The company has invested £750,000 on the...

PPMA award winners announced

THE winners of the PPMA Group Industry Awards 2016 have been revealed, following a record number of entries in some categories. Over 400 people gathered at...

Macfarlane acquires protective packaging distributor Gottlieb

MACFARLANE Group has completed the acquisition of A & G Holdings Limited, owner of Gottlieb Packaging Materials. Gottlieb is based in the north west of...