Ishida opens new facility to meet demand for automation solutions
ISHIDA Europe has announced an expansion of its Centre of Excellence in Prague, Czech Republic, in response to growing demand in Europe for automation...
UPM Raflatac reveals ‘strong and measurable progress’ on climate commitments
UPM Raflatac has outlined the firm's sustainability progress with the publication of its 2024 Climate Review.
The review showcases how the business and its partners...
Consumers call for circular solutions this EU Green Week
By Winfried Muehling, marketing & communications director, Pro Carton
EU Green Week 2025 arrives at a crucial time for Europe's environmental and economic future. With...
Single-use vapes ban is ‘landmark moment’ for campaigners
A number of organisations have welcomed the ban on the sale of single-use vapes, which will come into force in Scotland on June 1.
Environmental...
University of Stirling develops classifications for natural products amidst clean food movement
A retail expert at the University of Stirling has helped develop ways of classifying the 'burgeoning' movement of 'clean food' consumerism.
The trend – led...
Macpac introduces CEIA metal detection system
THERMOFORMED packaging manufacturer Macpac has announced it has installed a CEIA THS21 900 KHZ metal detection system at its facility in Stockport.
A 1,500mm conveyor...
YPS offers flexible film with ‘98% recycled content’
YORKSHIRE Packaging Systems (YPS) has announced it is now offering a 98% recycled content, fully recyclable PE (polyethylene) flexible film, used for shrink wrapping...
Mike Revell elected executive chair of the Foodservice Packaging Association
THE Foodservice Packaging Association (FPA) has announced Mike Revell, MD of the Socius Network, as the organisation's new executive chair.
The result was very close,...
Wooden pallet specialist hails first employee to complete Carbon Literacy training
IPP has announced that programme manager Elliot Burnett has become the first employee to complete his Carbon Literacy training.
The training raises awareness of climate...
Snack brand goes nuts for recyclable wrapper
SNACK brand Awfully Posh has re-launched its peanut range in a 100% recyclable wrapper made from paper, replacing conventional nut packaging made from polypropylene.
The...
