E-commerce boom results in ‘substantial and sustained’ hike in demand for cardboard packaging

AN automated packaging systems specialist has warned that a 'growing' number of online retailers are struggling to fulfil orders due to a shortage of cardboard...

Compostable packs tipped to extend shelf-life of fresh produce

TIPA and PerfoTec have teamed up to offer fully compostable packaging described as extending the shelf-life of fresh produce. The laser microperforated compostable film has...

Aldi to trial plastic-free beans multipacks

ALDI is to trial removing plastic shrink wrap from multipacks of baked beans in a bid to reduce its plastic waste. The supermarket will remove...

Online flower order packaging solutions are coming up roses

SMURFIT Kappa has announced that its eFlower portfolio is helping customers capitalise on the surge in demand for e-commerce flower orders. The firm's customisable range...

Speaker line-up confirmed for Plastics Recycling Show Europe 2020

ORGANISERS of Plastics Recycling Show Europe (PRSE) have confirmed the full speaker line-up for the event, which takes place at the RAI Amsterdam on March 25-26. The...

£10 Billion Debate will see major packaging issues explored at London event

ORGANISERS of Packaging Innovations and Luxury Packaging London have announced the launch of its new £10 Billion Debate, which will bring together major names together...
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Deadline extended for London Packaging Week Innovation Awards

ORGANISERS of the 2025 London Packaging Week Innovation Awards have extended the submissions deadline to Friday May 2, following 'incredibly strong engagement' across all...
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DS Smith provides fibre-based solution for Danish seafood specialist

DS Smith has announced it is replacing plastic pallets for canned products with corrugated cardboard. The move is being made in collaboration with Danish-based producer...

Stirling presentation box manufacturer sponsors World Whiskies Awards 2023 Scotland

BLUE Box Design, the Stirling-based specialist in the design and manufacture of presentation boxes for the food and drink sector, has sponsored Whisky Magazine’s...

Scottish drink brands praised for having can-do attitude

SCOTLAND’S ‘amazing creativity’ and openness to technology is proving to be the perfect mix when paired with NOMOQ GmbH’s innovative digital printing capabilities, the...