Recyclable vending cups a ‘huge step forward’
BERRY Superfos Beverage Systems has launched vending cups made entirely of polypropylene (PP), which the firm said means they can be more easily recycled...
OPRL recruits new non-executive directors ahead of packaging reforms
OPRL has announced the appointment of two new non-executive directors to its board as the organisation prepares to 'make the most' of the opportunities...
Burger King to trial reusable and returnable packaging
BURGER King has announced it has become the first quick-service-restaurant corporation in the UK to trial a new range of reusable and returnable packaging...
Co-op to scrap ‘use by’ dates on own-brand yoghurts in bid to cut waste
USE-BY dates are to be scrapped from all Co-op own-brand yoghurts in a bid to reduce food waste.
The supermarket said that 42,000 tonnes of...
‘Game-changing’ blister lid launched for pharmaceutical and healthcare sector
HUHTAMAKI has announced a 'game-changing' sustainable innovation for the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry in the form of the company's new Push Tab blister lid.
The...
New paper cutlery range is ‘remarkable innovation’
FOOD packaging manufacturer Sabert has announced the launch of a new range of recyclable paper cutlery, made from FSC-certified paper.
The products are made from...
100% rPET packs to be rolled out for 500ml IRN-BRU products
AG Barr has unveiled plans to roll out out 100% recycled plastic (rPET) packs across all 500ml IRN-BRU and Rubicon products.
The new packs will...
Smurfit Kappa reports ‘significant’ progress in its sustainability goals
SMURFIT Kappa is making 'significant' progress on achieving its sustainability goals, according to the company's 15th sustainable development report (SDR).
The report highlights the firm's progress...
Public not in favour of junk food facing tobacco-style restrictions
A new survey has revealed that the majority of British adults would not support tobacco-style restrictions on food products that are high in fat,...
ULMA adds to senior team with new non-produce sales manager for north east
ULMA Packaging UK has announced the appointment of Alan Atkinson as sales manager for non-produce in the north east.
Bringing 30 years' experience in the...
