New stats reveal record aluminium packaging recycling rates
NEW figures released by the Environment Agency revealed a record 40,653 tonnes of aluminium packaging were collected for recycling in Q2 2020.
This indicates that...
Mastercard to launch cards made from ocean plastics
MASTERCARD is to limit its use of single-use plastics by launching credit cards made from recycled ocean plastics.
The firm said it worked with global...
Müller announces recyclable packaging switch for FRijj range
MÜLLER has announced plans to package its FRijj brand of flavoured milk in a new fully recyclable plastic bottle.
The packaging switch comes alongside the...
Wind deals boost beverage packaging firm’s environmental goals
BEVERAGE packaging specialist Ball Corporation has announced a strengthening of its renewable energy goals.
The firm revealed is has executed two virtual power purchase agreements...
Waitrose unveils ‘pioneering’ egg packaging system
WAITROSE is to introduce a 'pioneering' minimum net weight packaging model across its exclusive own label eggs.
Traditionally, egg sizing is regulated by weight bands...
Printed tear tapes ‘combine easy opening and branding’
ESSENTRA Tapes has produced its latest printed tear tapes for Tosama, a major European provider of sanitary products.
Tosama produces more than 750 million tampons...
Macfarlane Labels invests in new printing press
MACFARLANE Labels has announced an investment of over £700,000 in response to the 'current and future needs' of major brand owners.
The Kilmarnock-based labels business...
Can Makers appoints new chairman
SIMON Gresty has been appointed chairman of the Can Makers, the industry trade body representing drinks can manufacturers in the UK.
Simon, who is general...
Packaging Innovations & Luxury Packaging London postponed to December
PACKAGING Innovations & Luxury Packaging London has been postponed to December due to the ongoing Covid-19 situation.
The event was scheduled to take place on...
Top Scottish print industry apprentices honoured
PRINT Scotland has honoured five young apprentices in its fifth annual Scottish Print Apprentice of the Year Awards.
The trade association for the graphic communication...
