Waitrose launches wrap-free flower bouquets

WAITROSE is to launch two wrap-free flower bouquets this Mother's Day as part of its commitment to reduce its impact on the environment. Both bouquets...

BPF launches new tool to help firms navigate plastics tax

THE British Plastics Federation (BPF) has released an online tool to help companies ascertain whether or not their products qualify for the upcoming Plastics...

Growing exhibition capitalises on demand for plastics recycling innovation

The 2022 edition of the Plastics Recycling Show Europe (PRSE) returns to Amsterdam in June. Packaging Scotland recently spoke to Matt Barber, PRSE event...

‘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...

Macfarlane on course for ‘another year of growth’

MACFARLANE Group will report a 'solid start' to 2022 when the business provides a trading update at its AGM today. Chairman Stuart Paterson will tell shareholders...

New machine is ‘game-changer’ for sandwich packs

MPE UK has launched a new machine designed to extend the shelf life of sandwiches. The SL1400VG is an inline heat-sealing machine described as being...

Plastic pallet specialist hails ‘tremendous’ year of business

GOPLASTICPALLETS.COM has announced an increase in turnover for the eighth consecutive year. The plastic pallet specialist revealed that for the financial year ending May 31,...

New report highlights ‘stratospheric’ rise of canned wine sales

A new report has revealed that sales of canned wine have quadrupled in just two years. Can Makers, the trade body representing drinks can manufacturers...

Ecoveritas calls on firms to be given tools for EPR preparation

PACKAGING data firm Ecoveritas has warned that further delays in publishing detailed guidance places the timetable for extended producer responsibility (EPR) reforms at risk. It...

‘Sturdy and protective’ solution helps firm tap into growing online wine market

SMURFIT Kappa has revealed how its experience in e-commerce and sustainability has helped a UK vineyard tap into the 'flourishing' online wine space. The Kingscote...