UK manufacturing can climb even higher with automation

By Tom Bouchier, managing director, FANUC UK Data just released by Make UK reveals that UK manufacturing has overtaken France to claim eighth place in...

Colpac expands recyclable Stagione portfolio

FOOD packaging specialist Colpac has launched a new 1000ml square Stagione variant to  expand its range of recyclable solutions. The firm said the size has...

Major retailers sign up to Glasgow’s recyclable cup scheme

A host of big name Glasgow retailers have teamed up with Keep Scotland Beautiful to launch its recyclable cup scheme in the city. The #TakeitBack...

Compact case packer looks to ‘maximise efficiencies’ for snacks market

ISHIDA Europe has launched a new version of its ACP-700 series automatic case packing systems (ACP) for snacks and other dry product packs. The ACP-722...

Smurfit Kappa and WestRock agree merger deal in ‘defining moment’ for packaging sector

SMURFIT Kappa and WestRock have announced a merger agreement to create a 'global leader' in sustainable packaging. Smurfit WestRock has been tipped to enhance the...

‘Remarkable’ solution unveiled for limited-edition blended malt Scotch whisky

CARTON manufacturer Falconer Print & Packaging has produced a 'premium' solution for Compass Box, a producer, bottler and marketer of a range of blended...

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society presents Distillers One of One packaging concept

THE Scotch Malt Whisky Society has revealed it is bucking the trend with its inaugural contribution to the Distillers One of One auction at...

PG Paper relaunches ‘iconic’ Trucard brand in the UK

PG Paper, a UK-based paper, packaging and pulp distributor has teamed up with Mosaico Specialty Papers, a European specialty paper manufacturer to relaunch the...

Macfarlane Packaging helps feed one million pets through charity partnership

MACFARLANE Packaging is marking International Day of Charity by celebrating the milestone of having helped feed one million pets in need. Blue Cross is one...

Colpac earns landmark environmental accolade from BPIF

COLPAC has announced that it has become the first company to be awarded the reviewed and updated Environmental Seal of Business Excellence from The...