Sumitomo Demag training academy earns skills recognition
SUMITOMO Demag has announced that its training academy has been awarded Skills Partner status by Cogent.
The firm said the award recognises the company’s Daventry-based...
Finalists announced for Plastics Industry Awards 2022
FINALISTS have been announced for the 15 categories of the Plastics Industry Awards 2022.
Comedian Andy Parsons will announce the winners at a gala evening...
‘Deep collaboration’ has helped drive plastics recycling progress
Plastics Recycling Show Europe returns to RAI Amsterdam from June 19-20. Billed as the world’s largest event dedicated to plastics recycling, Matt Barber, global...
New plastic pallets receive thumbs up from the packaging industry
C&T Matrix has announced that its new line of plastic pallets launched earlier this year have proved to be a 'great success'.
Designed to meet...
BPF launches new initiative to tackle waste crime
THE British Plastics Federation (BPF) has announced a new initiative in the battle to reduce waste crime. The organisation has created an online form for...
More sustainable stick applicator supports sports brand’s carbon commitments
AMCOR has produced a skincare stick applicator for sports brand Decathlon, using recycled plastic sourced from Amcor’s proprietary CleanStream technology.
With 87% rPP, each applicator...
Shortlist announced for 2024 RECOUP Awards
THE shortlisted entries have been announced for the 2024 RECOUP Awards being held in Peterborough on September 25.
The awards recognise and celebrate excellence in...
Study uncovers ‘crucial’ roles of bacteria living on plastic debris
A 'groundbreaking' study led by the University of Stirling has uncovered the 'crucial' roles of bacteria living on plastic debris.
The research, led by Stirling's...
Government urged to tread carefully over potential single-use plastic tax
THE UK Government's decision to seek views on potentially taxing single-use plastic items in a bid to reduce waste has provoked a mixed response.
The...
Scotland goes green with new rugby kits
THE Scottish national rugby side is to wear kits made from recycled plastic bottles in its upcoming 2021/22 campaign.
Both the home and away jersey...
