L-R: Iain Buckham (Engelmann & Buckham); and Keith Ockenden (Zeus) shaking hands

Zeus and E&B team up to offer integrated automation and consumables solutions

ZEUS Group and Engelmann & Buckham (E&B), a UK specialist in packaging and processing machinery, have announced a new collaboration designed to deliver a...
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Flexible packaging provider upgrades facilities across Europe

ePac Flexible Packaging has announced a series of investments across the firm's European sites, focused on expanding production capabilities, improving operational efficiency, and supporting...

RECOUP Summit looks to accelerate UK’s circularity ambitions

THE upcoming RECOUP Summit is set to focus on the systems, technologies, and partnerships needed to accelerate circularity in the UK. Building on a successful...

New study to determine whether aluminium can replace glass Scotch whisky bottles

STIRLING Distillery has partnered with Heriot-Watt University to find out if aluminium could replace glass bottles for its Scotch whisky. Working with experts from the...

Walkers unveils ‘landmark’ packaging redesign

WALKERS has unveiled what it has said is its largest brand refresh in its nearly 80-year history. The new look celebrates the brand's farm-to-crisp story,...
Steve Claus, secretary general of Steel for Packaging Europe

Steel packaging body to publish recycling status report in landmark year

STEEL for Packaging Europe will mark the organisation's 40th anniversary this year with a series of events. At the heart of the programme will be...
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Efficient pouch ordering service launched for healthcare professionals

SÜDPACK Medica has announced the launch of a new service called MedHub, which enables customers to order pre-made pouches in standard sizes and defined...
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Power Adhesives expands biodegradable hot melt range

POWER Adhesives has announced an expansion of its Tecbond biodegradable hot melt adhesive range. The firm is introducing three new grades to strengthen its offering...

Cellulose film packaging producer fined £200,000 following fatal gas incident

A Cumbria-based producer of cellulose film packaging has been fined £200,000 after workers were exposed to harmful hydrogen sulphide gas. On 24 December 2021, Futamura...
Food processors use digital reporting tools and data features on industrial metal detectors to support productivity and food safety

Balancing creativity and sustainability will be key in 2026

As we enter 2026, Packaging Scotland asks a number of industry stakeholders what major trends, challenges and opportunities they expect will feature prominently this...