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...
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...
New report explores challenges and opportunities for plastic ‘optimisation’
PALLET wrapping and stability specialist Lindum Packaging has warned that now is the time for businesses to take the opportunity to reduce plastic consumption...
Systems provider joins in the fight against plastic pollution
AUTOMATED Packaging Systems has announced it will 'do its bit' for the environment by pledging to reduce plastic pollution.
The business has signed up to...
Recycled refuse sacks make use of agricultural plastic waste
BERRY Global has announced that its UK refuse sack business has launched a new range of high strength refuse sacks, manufactured from recycled plastics.
The...
Association warns ‘single-use plastic’ term is negative
RESEARCH has shown that the term ‘single-use plastic’ has a negative impact on recycling, the Natural Source Waters Association (NSWA) has said.
The surveys, undertaken...
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...
“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...
Go hail plastics!
Jim Hardisty, managing director of Goplasticpallets.com, explains why we need to stop demonising plastics but rather celebrate those who are innovating with this material, just...
Plastic pallets and boxes can help create a sustainable parcel delivery supply chain
By Jim Hardisty, MD of Goplasticpallets.com
Over the last decade, consumer shopping habits have changed. More people are shopping online than ever before, and last...
