Momentum grows for compostable packaging solutions

A new study revealed that 85% of Australians believe more food should be wrapped in compostable packaging as an alternative to plastic, with 44%...

New Antalis facility boasts automation demonstration suite and dedicated design studio

ANTALIS Packaging has opened its new Smart Packaging Centre (SPC), boasting a demonstration suite for automation and a dedicated design studio. Following the initial launch...

Organic salmon firm banks on new packaging being a catch

A Skye-based organic salmon producer is preparing to launch a newly created plastic-free, compostable packaging solution in what has been described as a ‘financial...

Liquibox expands recycle-ready flexible packaging offering to global markets

A 'game-changing' mono-material flexible packaging solution is to be made available globally. It comes following the successful launch of Liquipure in America last year, with...

Out of the Blue: Scots manufacturer unveils new £3m facility

DESIGNER and manufacturer of rigid presentation boxes Blue Box Design has unveiled its new multi-million pound base in Stirling. Blue Box Design, a subsidiary of...

Garçon Wines launches packaging spin off

GARÇON Wines is spinning off the packaging elements of the business under the new name of Packamama. Inspired by the goddess Pachamama, the firm said...

Seasonal jar designs are a clear winner this Easter

BERRY PET Power has revealed its range of standard confectionery jars now includes two Easter-themed versions. The 300ml jars are available in egg and bunny...

Packaging business invests in new fibre and paper development lab

DS Smith has opened a new fibre and paper development laboratory at its Kemsley Paper Mill in Kent. The company has invested £750,000 on the...

Exhibition goes on the trail of sustainability

ORGANISERS of Packaging Innovations and Empack 2022 have announced the launch of The Sustainability Trail ahead of this year's exhibition. The new feature will highlight...

Advances in biobased and biodegradable technology to be explored in BPF online seminar

THE British Plastics Federation (BPF) has announced it will be hosting an online, half-day seminar on May 19 called ‘Bioplastics: Advances in Biobased and...