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New testing facility analyses quality of recycled material

BERRY Global has announced that the firm's plastics recycling facility in Heanor has opened a Centre of Excellence to enhance the level of quality...

Don’t underestimate the green power of plastic

By Paula Birch, global sales director, Parkside FLEXIBLE plastic packaging delivers significant sustainability benefits. Aside from protecting and preserving goods, it also requires significantly fewer...

Sea spray could be ejecting marine plastics into the atmosphere study finds

A study has found that 'hundreds of thousands' of tonnes of microplastics could be blowing ashore from the sea breeze every year. The study, by...

Growing exhibition capitalises on demand for plastics recycling innovation

The 2022 edition of the Plastics Recycling Show Europe (PRSE) returns to Amsterdam in June. Packaging Scotland recently spoke to Matt Barber, PRSE event...
Plastic appeal

Plastic appeal

Soft drinks have long been associated with plastic but PET’s appeal is obvious in every corner of the industry. PET is a popular choice for...

New resource aims to promote plastics industry to youngsters

THE British Plastics Federation (BPF) has produced a new video aimed at inspiring young people to consider careers in the industry. The video highlights the...

Dow and Mura Technology team up to scale advanced recycling solution for plastics

PLASTIC manufacturer Dow and Mura Technology, a pioneer of an advanced plastic recycling solution, have announced a partnership to help keep plastic waste out...

Lidl to launch packaging made from ‘ocean-bound’ plastics

LIDL will next month launch food packaging partly made from plastic collected from beaches around South East Asia. The supermarket said that the packaging will...
Ellie Taylor

Finalists announced for the 2025 Plastics Industry Awards

THE shortlisted finalists have been announced for the 2025 Plastics Industry Awards. Winners of the awards, which celebrate achievements in polymer innovation, sustainability, and manufacturing...

Recyclable sushi trays provide fresh look for Eat Happy

DS Smith has teamed up with sushi specialist Eat Happy to develop a fully recyclable solution for the firm’s disposable plastic sushi trays. The tray...
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Packaging Scotland
From traditional booming industries like whisky and food to the burgeoning craft spirits sector, Scotland has always been a strong and diverse market in its own right. As such, it cannot be treated simply as a region. A growing number of businesses are attempting to expand their presence north of the border and increase market share and visibility. As the only packaging magazine published in Scotland, Packaging Scotland is uniquely placed to cover the Scottish market and the many people and businesses operating within it.
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