Consultation launched on precautionary ‘may contain’ food labels

THE Food Standards Agency (FSA) has launched a consultation on the use of precautionary allergen information and labels often written as 'may contain' on...

Contact targets flexibles and labels markets with Esko investment

FLEXOGRAPHIC plates manufacturer Contact Originators has invested in a third Esko CDI Crystal XPS imager and exposure solution. The firm explained the move is designed...

Council advises businesses ahead of nation-wide labelling changes

SHETLAND Islands Council has reminded local food businesses to prepare for the introduction of new nation-wide labelling legislation. From October 1, businesses in Scotland will...

Spirit of adventure: ‘stunning’ labels boost start-up business

THE Label Makers has revealed details of a project it embarked on with start-up spirits business, the Adventurers Drinks Company, which recently launched its...
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Counterfeit vodka in fraudulently labelled bottles seized in Coatbridge

OVER 40 bottles of counterfeit alcohol, fraudulently labelled as Glen's, have been recovered from a shop in Coatbridge, North Lanarkshire Council has said. The products...
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The battle for shelf appeal

The recent congress of FINAT, the international trade association for self-adhesive labelling, convened in Monte Carlo in June to address the topic “The Battle...
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Amberley Labels enhances digital print offering with Digicon Series 3 investment

AMBERLEY Labels has installed a new multi-embellishment solution to support growth in luxury markets. Representing a £500,000 investment, Amberley’s new ABG Digicon Series 3 conversion...
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Barcelona is calling for Labelexpo Europe 2025

Andrew Galloway, group director EMEA, Labelexpo Global Series, answers Packaging Scotland's questions about the long-running Labelexpo Europe event, which takes place in Barcelona from...

ASDA launches vegan-labelled mince pies

ASDA has launched mince pies featuring vegan labelling in time for the festive season. The mince pies carry the Vegan Trademark, which makes it easier...

Smith & McLaurin unveils recyclable mono-material wine glass tag

RENFREWSHIRE-based label stock solutions specialist Smith & McLaurin has announced the launch of the 'newly improved' Eco Form following its successful passage through recyclability...