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...
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...
Food packaging specialist invests £200,000 to reduce carbon footprint
PFF Group has revealed it is investing £200,000 in new transformer technology to reduce carbon emissions at its Keighley, West Yorkshire site.
The food packaging...
Emmi unveils new packaging strategy
SWISS dairy product producer Emmi has announced its commitment to a circular economy through the use of entirely recyclable packaging by 2027.
The company, which...
Entries sought for Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2022
ENTRIES are now being sought for the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2022.
Nominations are open in seven categories with brand owners, plastic product manufacturers, retailers,...
Drinks brands urged to consider recycled plastic solutions
PRISM eLogistics is urging drinks brands to consider the role of recycled plastic in reducing the sector’s carbon footprint and overall packaging volume.
While virgin...
Smurfit Kappa unveils ‘unique’ sustainable drinks packaging solutions
SMURFIT Kappa has launched two sustainable packaging solutions for canned and bottled beverages
PRS Europe to expand again following ‘unprecedented’ demand
ORGANISERS of the Plastics Recycling Show Europe have announced that the show will expand into a fourth hall after selling out of exhibition space...
The plastic packaging financial time-bomb
By Dom de Ville, senior consultant at Sancroft, an international sustainability consultancy, which works with companies to improve their environment, ethical and social impact
Plastic...
Looks like glass… but it’s PET
PET liquid packaging solutions specialist Sidel has launched the world’s first-ever pasteurisable lightweight PET bottle for beer with a non-petaloid base.
The bottle also...
