Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2020 shortlist revealed

THE finalists have been announced for the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2020 following a 'record' number of entries this year. The winners of all seven award...

Education is key to a bright future for plastics sector

EMERGING technologies and increasing engagement from universities is cause for optimism despite the ‘challenging’ times the plastics sector finds itself in. That’s the view of...

Entries sought for Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2023

NOMINATIONS are now being sought for the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2023. Brand owners, manufacturers, retailers, product designers, packaging producers and designers, raw material suppliers,...

Producer has a handle on soft drinks bottle requirements

ITEM Products has supplied Britvic Soft Drinks with a carry handle solution for its Robinsons 1.75L twin bottle pack assigned to wholesaler, Costco. Made from...

Businesses urged to get ready now for new tax

AHEAD of the introduction of the Plastic Packaging Tax in April 2022, Southgate Packaging is urging businesses to take the necessary steps to prepare...

“Outstandingly high” calibre of entries for inaugural Plastics Recycling Awards Europe

THE finalists have been announced for the inaugural Plastics Recycling Awards Europe. Winners will be revealed on the second day of The Plastics Recycling Show...
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A circular approach to filmic packaging

Promoting a circular economy in flexible film packaging is essential and is leading the development of new products across a wide variety of market sectors, explains Julie Eller, sales director at RPC bpi protec

Reusable container offers ‘ideal’ refill packaging solution

A 14-litre HDPE reusable container by Berry Global is providing the vessel for a new refill packaging solution from the Refill Coalition. The pilot for...

Major UK investment aims to make plastic a sustainable packaging choice

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has announced it is to invest £20 million in four cutting edge recycling plants in a bid to make...

Aldi removes plastic shrink wrap from beans range

ALDI is to remove all plastic shrink wrap from its multi-packs of Corale baked beans in a bid to reduce plastic waste. The supermarket said...