Scottish ‘ingenuity’ key in Prevented Ocean Plastic success story

SCOTLAND is playing a ‘huge part’ in an innovative form of recycled packaging being found across supermarket shelves, the director of the firm behind...

New plastics waste prevention plan announced

A new collaborative initiative that aims to turn the tide on the UK’s issue of plastic waste has been announced. The UK Government’s 25 Year...

New report urges collaboration to support sustainable food systems

NEW research from Stora Enso reportedly highlights the importance of packaging in achieving greater food systems sustainability. The report, titled “Food packaging for better food...

Smurfit Kappa hails progress of sustainability strategy

SMURFIT Kappa has announced the business remains on target to deliver its goal to have at least net zero emissions by 2050. The firm's 16th...
Magnum Scotch Whisky Cream Liqueur

Sustainable packaging ‘pioneer’ gears up for Christmas drinks rush

SCOTTISH drinks firm Magnum has announced its new Kirkcaldy production and bottling centre is now at full capacity as it prepares to distribute over...
L-R: Susan Graham; Ines Hiu Wai Law; and Jim McKenzie

Spirit Labels apprentice takes top prize at Print Scotland ceremony

INES Hiu Wai Law of Renfrew-based Spirit Labels Ltd has been crowned Print Scotland’s Overall Apprentice of the Year at the tenth annual Scottish...
Futamura UK factory

Futamura confirms £15 million investment in UK factory

CELLULOSE films manufacturer Futamura UK has announced a further £15 million investment in its UK site in Wigton, Cumbria. Following investment in recent years in...
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‘Something for everyone’ at Label&Print 2018

THE future of packaging printing, labelling and converting is set to be showcased at Label&Print 2018, which returns to Birmingham’s NEC on 28th February...
Macfarlane Packaging unboxing survey

New research reveals major progress from online retailers in sustainable packaging use

NEW research from Macfarlane Packaging has highlighted the increased expectations from consumers around sustainable packaging when buying goods online. The firm has revealed the results...