Ardagh helps shape new-look whisky bottle

ARDAGH Group has unveiled the new William Grant ‘Triplewood’ whisky bottle, which has been redesigned for a global relaunch of its whisky range. Ardagh collaborated...

Brillopak offers PPMA punnet packers free machine trial

BRILLOPAK has announced that visitors to PPMA 2018 will have the chance to experience a one-week free trial of its new 'super fast' BR2...

RPC bpi protec launches “game changer” recyclable film

FLEXIBLE packaging manufacturer RPC bpi protec has developed a new film it is touting as a “game changer” for the sector. The company claims its...

Port operator joins fight to tackle plastic pollution

THE British Plastics Federation (BPF) has revealed that Teesport has become the first UK port to commit to stopping plastic pellets leaking into the...

Petainer reveals new “regionalised approach” to the market

PLASTIC packaging specialist Petainer has announced the launch of a new regionalised approach to the market. Petainer revealed there are now four regional leadership roles...

Parkside’s latest laser investment opens firm up to new opportunities

SPECIALITY packaging manufacturer and supplier Parkside has made further “significant” investment in laser equipment in bid to create new business opportunities. This latest investment in...

Charpak boosts production capacity with latest thermoforming unit

PACKAGING designer and manufacturer Charpak has commissioned its latest Kiefel KMD78 thermoforming machine, as part of its multi-million pound development programme. This is the fourth...

UK Government to consult on doubling plastic bag charge

THE UK Government has announced a consultation is to be launched to explore the possibility of doubling the plastic bag charge in England to...

German acquisition strengthens De Jong expansion plans

DUTCH-based corrugated packaging specialist De Jong is expanding its production to Germany after completing the acquisition of Gaster Wellpappe. Gaster Wellpappe, a corrugated manufacturer with bases...

Lawn spreader pack redesign cuts weight

WESTLAND lawn spreader’s pack has been given a redesign by RPC Design, which claims to offer valuable sustainability benefits. The new container has been described...