James Cropper's paper mill

The innovation within: lessons from 180 years of papermaking

Gareth Fisher, sales director at James Cropper Paper & Packaging, discusses lessons learned from the firm’s 180 years of papermaking THERE’S no substitute for experience. It’s...
Manchester Central

Northern powerhouse: new packaging exhibition set for lift-off

ANTICIPATION is building for the inaugural UKPackaging Expo in Manchester, with only a limited number of exhibition stands still available for the event, which...
London Packaging Week

Expect the unexpected at London Packaging Week!

Josh Brooks, divisional director, Easyfairs packaging portfolio, answers Packaging Scotland's questions about London Packaging Week 2025, including details of a strong Scottish presence at...
Labelexpo Europe

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...
Machinery at PPMA

PPMA Total Show remains the place to find value added innovations

AUTOMATE UK, the organiser of this year’s PPMA Total Show, is looking to boost the number of Scottish visitors as part of its commitment...
Pet food paper packaging

Paper-based packaging supports the pet market

Skye Oudemans, sustainability manager at Sonoco, tells Packaging Scotland how paper packs are proving popular with pet food providers AS demand for paper packaging continues...
Blue Tosca pallets

Reusable packaging enables circularity in coffee supply chains

Tosca explains its role in the Podback recycling initiative, and why reusable packaging is key to the success of circular economy schemes WHEN it comes...
Croxsons collaborated with Thatchers Cider to launch their newest innovation, Juicy Apple, by supplying bespoke 500ml glass bottles, each embossed with Thatcher’s name on the shoulder

A touch of glass: manufacturers rise to sustainability challenges

REUSABILITY, optimal weight, and increased recycled content are among the trends currently shaping the drinks packaging segment of the market. Tim Croxson, CEO of glass...
Digital link barcodes

How digital link barcodes can enhance supply chain management and help address bottlenecks

Stephen Gryczka, director strategy and corporate development at Markem-Imaje, explains how digital link barcodes can enhance supply chain management and help to overcome packaging...
Spirit Labels team

That’s the spirit! Renfrew firm marks key milestones

RENFREW-based Spirit Labels recently hosted a party to celebrate a number of successes and milestones in the first half of 2025. Employees, customers and suppliers...