COP27: alternative materials must be on the agenda

By Daphna Nissenbaum, co-founder and CEO of compostable packaging solutions company TIPA COP27 is back in the news yet again, as world’s leaders gather in...

McDonald’s to change ‘famous’ plastic McFlurry spoons to paper

MCDONALD'S is to roll out McFlurry spoons made from a sustainable, paper-based material. It comes as the fast food chain replaces all its plastic cutlery...

Avery Dennison looks to Stretch innovation further with expanded programme

AVERY Dennison has announced an expansion of AD Stretch, its accelerator initiative designed to invest in innovation from industry start-ups, into Europe, Middle East...

Automation challenges and opportunities highlighted at open house event

MORE than 600 visitors attended the FANUC UK open house event in Coventry recently as the industrial automation community addressed manufacturing challenges. Comprising speaker presentations,...

Industry collaboration is vital in development of PRN reforms

The Government has published its response to the PRN consultation, giving an indication of how the system will change when EPR starts in 2024....

Antalis acquires brands from Arjowiggins Scotland

ANTALIS has confirmed it has acquired a portfolio of brands, including Conqueror, Curious Collection, Keaykolour, Pop’Set and Rives, from its former supplier Arjowiggins Scotland...

Taking ginspiration – the next big trends in UK spirit production

Gin has undoubtedly been the hero of the UK spirits scene in recent years. From 190 gin distilleries in 2015, there are now 820...

Proseal adds compact solution to automatic case packer portfolio

PROSEAL has added to its automatic case packer range with the launch of the CP2, described as a 'compact, high-speed' system that provides the...

New guidance to reduce DRS costs for industry and consumers welcomed

CIRCULARITY Scotland, the administrator for the Deposit Return Scheme in Scotland, has welcomed new guidance from the Scottish Government which it said will 'significantly...

VPK Packaging appoints new MD to drive growth in the UK and Ireland

VPK Packaging has announced the appointment of Jeremy Anderson as managing director for UK & Ireland, as the business presses ahead with its growth...