Seven new categories confirmed for Plastics Industry Awards
SEVEN new categories have been added to this year's Plastics Industry Awards.
Entries are now to companies and individuals from across the UK and Republic...
Shortlist revealed for Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025
THE finalists of the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025 have been announced.
Winners of the seven award categories will be revealed on 2 April at...
Sun Chemical secures RecyClass approval for solvent-free lamination adhesives
FOUR of Sun Chemical’s SunLam solvent-free adhesives have been approved by RecyClass for European flexible polyethylene (PE) recycling streams.
RecyClass is a cross-industry initiative focused...
Sainsbury’s continues bloom in sustainable packaging options
SAINSBURY’S is launching a new trial which will see the supermarket wrap its flower range in paper rather than the traditionally used plastic sleeves
Plastic packaging tax details divulged in UK Budget
UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak has used today's Budget to confirm plans to introduce a plastic packaging tax from April 2022.
New legislation will mean manufacturers...
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...
Entry deadline extended for Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2026
THE deadline for entries to the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2026 has been extended to 18:00 CET on Friday, 12 December.
The seven award categories for...
7UP to transition to clear bottles
7UP bottles are to transition from their existing green colour to clear PET for the first time, PepsiCo has announced.
The move comes after research...
BrewDog amongst brands in ‘ground-breaking’ Tesco loop scheme
TESCO has partnered with Loop to launch a new programme which will allow consumers to purchase products in returnable packaging.
BrewDog, Persil, Fever-Tree and Carex...
Gin specialist announces launch of recyclable pouches
DARNLEY'S Gin has confirmed the launch of its recyclable gin pouches as part of the company's sustainability strategy.
The pouches are available in 70cl for...
