New book aims to help plastics processors improve their sustainability credentials

THE British Plastics Federation (BPF) has published a book designed to provide practical guidance to plastics processors to help them improve their overall sustainability. Sustainability...

Aldi commits to removing single-use plastic from own-brand tea

ALDI has announced it is to remove single-use plastic from all of its own-brand teabags by the end of 2021. The supermarket said the move...

Major brands call on joined up global approach to plastic pollution

SOME of the world's largest brands have called for the creation of an international pact to address plastic pollution at the resumed session of...

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...

Ayr firm launches new rigid plastic packaging container

AYR-based Emmer Ltd has launched a new 17.5-litre rigid plastic packaging container. The company has been designing and manufacturing bespoke containers since 2009. The latest...

Interplas expo to mark major milestone in 2023

ORGANISERS of Interplas have confirmed the event will return to the NEC in Birmingham in September 2023 where the show will mark its 75th...
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Entries sought for 2025 BPF Horners Awards

FOLLOWING a record number of entries in 2024, the Worshipful Company of Horners and the British Plastics Federation are now seeking nominations for the...

Solar investment marks step forward in packaging firm’s sustainability journey

KINGSMOOR Packaging has announced the company's recent collaboration with Mypower has resulted in an 'extensive' PV solar panel investment for its Somerton manufacturing facility. The...
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Finalists announced for Plastics Industry Awards 2024

A host of new names have been shortlisted as finalists for this year’s Plastics Industry Awards. Winners will be announced at a ceremony in London...
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Investing in a sustainable future

How is plastic packaging under pressure? What is the role of plastic in today's global packaging industry and what innovations in the space are helping to eliminate the plastic waste problem?