Pro Carton adapts programme for home schooling

PRO Carton has adapted its TICCIT (Trees into Cartons, Cartons into Trees) programme to help parents teach their children about the environment while schools...

Paper straw specialist turns attention to face shields

PAPER straw manufacturer Transcend Packaging has produced a lightweight face protector for use in the fight against Covid-19. The Transcend Face Shield is made from...

New ‘record’ high for recycling of steel packaging

RECYCLING of steel packaging has reached a record high of 82.5% in Europe, according to new research. The figures were released by APEAL, the Association...

Aluminium packaging recycling rates continue to rise

NEW figures have revealed a significant increase in aluminium packaging recycling volumes. Data released by the Environment Agency showed that 35,232 tonnes of aluminium packaging...

Reusable range launched for drink and food-to-go sectors

EVENT Cup Solutions (ECS), a division of Event Hire UK, has announced the launch of a new range of reusable cups and food-to-go containers.   Described...

Film pack specialist makes a mark after moving into apron production

FLEXIBLE film packaging specialist Skymark has developed protective aprons containing antimicrobial technology in response to the national call for help with the shortage of...

Packaging campaign boost for charities

RIGID Containers has launched a new campaign to donate essential boxes and packaging to local charities. The firm's sites in Desborough, Selby, Wellington and Limerick will donate items to...

Pro Carton extends design award deadline

PRO Carton has reassured students that its annual packaging design competition and new video award will go ahead despite the Covid-19 outbreak. There is now...

Berry site ramps up production of clinical waste bags

BERRY bpi's Heanor factory has made the first delivery of clinical waste sacks to the new NHS Nightingale Hospital in London. Berry revealed its facility received a...

International trade recognition for packaging business

ALUMINIUM foil tray manufacturer i2r Packaging Solutions is celebrating after being honoured with a Queen’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade. Patrt of the Italian Laminazione Sottile...