New stretch films meet Plastic Packaging Tax requirements

COVERIS has confirmed the launch of a new range of lightweight stretch films containing a minimum 30% recycled content to satisfy the requirements of...

ULMA appoints new regional sales chief for Scotland and Northern Ireland

BILL Anderson has been appointed regional sales manager for Scotland and Northern Ireland at ULMA Packaging UK. Bill, who has enjoyed a 38-year career in...

New X-ray system launches for small, single-pack products

METTLER-Toledo has unveiled a new X-ray inspection system which the manufacturer said has been designed to detect contaminants in small, individually packaged products at...

Washing up liquid brand turns packaging on its head

FAIRY has announced the launch of its 'most transformative' packaging redesign in years, with the unveiling of Fairy Max Power. The new upside-down bottle is...

Introducing Berlin Packaging UK

Berlin Packaging UK (previously Bruni Erben) is the UK subsidiary of Berlin Packaging – the World’s Only Hybrid Packaging Supplier. Founded in 1951, Berlin Packaging UK is an ever-evolving company which brings together the best elements of packaging manufacturing, distribution and income-boosting services.

Glasgow school kids request meeting with city’s council on single-use plastics

SCHOOL children in Glasgow have written to the city's council requesting a meeting to advise on measures to reduce single-use plastic in their schools. It...

Roberts & Mart to provide compostable packaging for Te & Kaffi

ROBERTS Mart & Co Ltd has added a beverage company found in Iceland to its portfolio of European customers using its compostable packaging. The firm...

Golf firm’s new packaging doubles up as ‘insect hotel’

A Finnish golf firm has launched new packaging for its golf balls which takes on a new life as an 'insect hotel' once empty. The...

Visitor registration goes live for Plastics Recycling Show Europe

VISITOR registration is now open for the Plastics Recycling Show Europe (PRSE), which returns to the RAI Amsterdam on 22-23 June 2022. The event is...

Smurfit Kappa adds the missing ingredient to sustainable recipe box

A recipe box company has collaborated with Smurfit Kappa to make its packaging more sustainable. Mindful Chef experienced a 'huge' increase in demand for its...