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...
Berry specialist opts for sustainable label solution
BERRY Gardens, a co-operative of berry growers, has worked with Coveris and supplier UPM Raflatac to deliver an 'environmentally superior material' and recycling strategy...
Further investment expands BakPac’s pouch converting capabilities
A second Galaxy Packtech pouching line for the flexible packaging division of Baker Labels has been installed.
Located at BakPac’s new production facility in Brentwood,...
Canon Group confirms acquisition of Edale
CANON Production Printing and Canon Inc. has completed the acquisition of Hampshire-based packaging converting equipment manufacturer Edale.
Through this move, Canon said it is 'intensifying'...
Labelling: the future – Jules Lejeune discusses growth
Jules Lejeune of the European Self-adhesive Labelling Association (FINAT) discusses the routes to successful growth and profitability for suppliers operating in this rapidly changing...
Food waste: being part of the solution
The Scottish Government’s target is to reduce all food waste by 33% by 2025. With data showing at present an estimated 987,890 tonnes of...
A logical time for firms to consider labelling software
By Holly Taylor, PR and marketing manager at Planglow.com
THE most pressing upcoming legislative change in food packaging labelling in the UK is Natasha’s Law....
Serialisation beyond compliance: the gateway to competitive differentiation
Product-level serialisation has historically been associated with compliance mandates within highly regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and tobacco. Its central premise was...
M&S renames midget gems line as academic prompts rethink on ‘offensive’ term
MARKS and Spencer has launched new packaging for its mini gem range, following a campaign by a Welsh academic.
Previously known as 'midget gems', Dr...
Coveris marks “exceptional year” with Ravenwood award
COVERIS has been named Ravenwood’s Approved Printer of the Year for the second time at the annual conference of the linerless labelling machinery manufacturer.
Coveris...
