Inquiry launched into UK Government’s plastic waste measures

AN inquiry has been launched into how the UK Government intends to tackle plastic waste and whether its targets go far enough. It follows statistics...

New shaped pouches stand to attention

  KM Packaging has announced the addition of pre-made stand-up shaped pouches to its product range. The flexible packaging and lidding films supplier revealed it recently...

Co-op recycling scheme to turn packaging into construction materials

THE Co-op has launched what it says is Europe's most extensive in-store recycling scheme for plastic bags and product wrapping. It sees recycling units for...

Plastic off-cuts transformed into water purification items

BERRY Superfos has revealed plastic off-cuts from its packaging manufacturing which can’t be reused on site are being turned into useful items including components...

New resource aims to promote plastics industry to youngsters

THE British Plastics Federation (BPF) has produced a new video aimed at inspiring young people to consider careers in the industry. The video highlights the...

Coveris opens new lab to support R&D into sustainable solutions

COVERIS has opened a new film science lab at its Winsford films facility in Cheshire. The firm said the new hub will support the 'accelerated'...

Insulation specialist highlights green credentials with new packaging

KNAUF Insulation has announced the launch of new packaging designed to make it easier to handle its non-combustible insulation products and reduce the firm's...

Groups call for cartoon ban on packaging of unhealthy cereals

CALLS have been made for child-friendly images to be removed from the packaging of cereals that are high in sugar and salt. It comes following...

Ishida adds new tray sealer to QX Flex range

ISHIDA Europe has added to its range of QX Flex tray sealers with the launch of the QX-900 Flex. The manufacturer revealed the machine operates...

Pork giant to use ‘lowest possible carbon packaging’ formats

PILGRIM'S UK, a farming and food business, has announced it is to use the lowest possible carbon packaging formats for its products by 2030. The...