Study finds ‘surge’ in demand for Bag-in-Box wine this year
NEW research from Smurfit Kappa has revealed a 'surge' in consumer demand for Bag-in-Box wines this year, partially caused by changing behaviour due to...
UPM Raflatac launches ‘groundbreaking’ new label material
UPM Raflatac has announced the launch of its New Wave paper label material, which is compatible with recycling.
The firm revealed it is the first...
IOM3 welcomes progress made on plastic packaging tax
HMRC has published the draft legislation for the introduction of a new tax on plastic packaging containing less than 30% recycled content.
Due to take...
Packaging machinery specialist provides filling solution for Covid testing kits
EXCEL Packaging Machinery has announced it has stepped up the supply of its latest pharmaceutical vial filling and capping machines to help the NHS...
Packaging PR agency launches sustainability communications advice for businesses
PACKAGING PR agency Nielsen McAllister has announced the launch of a range of new services to help businesses master their environmental, social and governance...
Scottish Government urged to fast track ban on single-use plastic items
FRIENDS of the Earth Scotland has urged the Scottish Government to 'act quickly' on the public demand for a ban on single-use plastic items.
It...
Aldi to introduce recycled plastic into own-label crisp packaging
ALDI is introducing recycled plastic to its own-label crisp packaging in what the retailer has said is a UK supermarket first.
A minimum of 35%...
Excitement builds for YPS as HQ takes shape
YORKSHIRE Packaging Systems (YPS) will become a two-site operation when the business moves into its new HQ in Brighouse, West Yorkshire in early 2021.
The...
Flint Group shows commitment to transparency with CDP disclosure grades
FLINT Group, a global producer of inks and coatings for the printing and packaging industries, has announced a key milestone in its sustainability journey...
New software capability tipped to boost efficiency
SOFTWARE specialist Nulogy has introduced a ‘Just-In-Time Line Replenishment’ feature for its cloud-based platform to help users minimise downtime and maximise labour efficiencies when...
