Compostable packaging specialists announce collaboration

POLAND-based flexible packaging converter SILBO has teamed up with compostable packaging specialist TIPA on a new sustainable solution. SILBO produces film-based packaging with compostable water-based...

Scottish businesses urged to withdraw from trading with Russia

THE Scottish Government has urged businesses in Scotland to withdraw from trading with Russia, following its invasion of Ukraine. Kate Forbes, finance and economy secretary,...

War in Ukraine could lead to packaging supply chain issues

THE Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has warned that it 'anticipates' companies will experience supply chain issues with packaging as a result of the...

Xaar completes acquisition of Megnajet

XAAR has announced it has completed the acquisition of Megnajet, a specialist in the design and manufacture of industrial ink management and supply systems...

Carte D’Or switches to paper packs

UNILEVER has launched new paper-based packs across its entire range of Carte D'Or ice cream. It said the move will see the brand use 93%...

Energy firm secures majority share in Glasgow sustainable packaging start-up

HIVE Energy Ltd has secured a majority share in a University of Strathclyde start-up which converts shellfish industry waste into chitin-based packaging. CuanTec developed a...

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...

Sparck celebrates 100 million box milestone

SPARCK Technologies, the new name for Packaging by Quadient, is celebrating a milestone after the company revealed 100 million boxes have been produced on...

Glass packaging specialist to unveil sustainability plans

GLASS packaging specialist Croxsons has revealed plans to mark its 150th anniversary by unveiling the company's 'ambitious' sustainability plans at the upcoming BeerX event. The...

Packaging business adds to e-commerce solutions

ANTALIS Packaging has introduced three new ranges to its e-commerce portfolio. Colompac Euroboxes are available in a range of modular sizes. The FSC-certified and climate-neutral products...