London packaging event the ‘most successful’ yet
ORGANISERS of Packaging Innovations and Luxury Packaging London hailed this year's show as the "most successful edition to date" and announced that 75% of this...
Huhtamaki unveils ‘breakthrough’ paper-based tablet packaging
HUHTAMAKI has launched a new innovation for the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry in the form of Push Tab paper, described as the first paper-based...
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...
American dream comes true for Fife-based innovators
AN innovative materials company first launched from a Fife kitchen is nearing the opening of its first ever commercial production facility in America as...
Food producers urged to reinforce inspection protocols following high-profile recalls
FOOD producers are being urged to reinforce their inspection protocols following a number of recent high-profile recall cases involving plastic, stones, and other potential...
Scott Group expansion plans gather pace with new acquisition
DUNFERMLINE-based Scott Group has announced the acquisition of Yorkshire pallet and packaging specialist Whirlowdale Trading Co (WTC).
Scott Group has three existing pallet businesses; Scott...
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...
New products primed for packaging exhibition showcase
ORGANISERS of Packaging Innovations and Empack 2022 have revealed details of some of the new sector innovations set to be showcased when the event...
UK-wide reforms hoped to stamp out excessive packaging
THE Scottish Government has said that producers will pay for the environmental costs of packaging under new UK-wide plans.
It comes following major reforms being...
Easyfairs Packaging Council formed to help shape future of industry events
EASYFAIRS UK has announced the formation of the Easyfairs Packaging Council (EPC), an advisory board that will help shape the future of London Packaging...
