New shrink film launched for wraparound labels

INNOVIA Films has announced it is launching RayoWrap CMS, described as a clear BOPP film for shrink, wraparound label applications. Produced in the firm's UK...

Ball launches ‘most sustainable’ aluminium aerosol can to date

BALL Corporation is set to unveil what it calls its 'most sustainable' aluminium aerosol can, described as having only half the carbon footprint of...

New report examines ‘motivators and barriers’ to people engaging in reusable packaging systems

ENVIRONMENTAL charity Hubbub is making a number of recommendations to help make reusable food and drink packaging systems work and become mainstream. The organisation is...

Packaging tape supplier highlights opportunities as brands look to stabilise after e-commerce ‘craze’

ESSENTRA Tapes is urging consumer packaged goods leaders to 'reimagine' their packaging portfolios to stay competitive. The firm said that a number of e-commerce retailers...

New report highlights ‘stratospheric’ rise of canned wine sales

A new report has revealed that sales of canned wine have quadrupled in just two years. Can Makers, the trade body representing drinks can manufacturers...

Study reveals viruses can survive in freshwater by attaching themselves to plastic

A University of Stirling-led study has proven 'for the first time' that viruses can survive and remain infectious by binding themselves to plastics in...

Taking your carton packaging from tired to inspired

By Stephen Shortland, managing director at New Vision Packaging Limited Chances are, when you read the word 'cartonboard', your first thoughts conjure up images of...

Bright packaging solution works wonders for truck lamps

ANTALIS has revealed it has created a bespoke and reusable packaging design for the protection of truck lamps. The packaging comprises laser-cut foam and a...

James Cropper secures funding deal to support sustainable goals

JAMES Cropper plc has completed  a £25 million club-bank financing deal with NatWest and HSBC UK backed by an 80% guarantee by UK Export...

Domino celebrates International Women in Engineering Day

Domino Printing Sciences celebrated International Women in Engineering Day by paying tribute to some of its female employees working in key technical roles. The coding, marking,...