Be careful not to swap one problem for another

Producers seeking sustainable alternatives to shrink wrapping should stop to consider the true benefits of the packaging they select, says Martin Leeming, CEO of...

RPC sponsors schools initiative

PLASTIC packaging supplier RPC Group is taking part in a national programme to alert secondary school students to the problems of food waste and encourage...

Why plastics are still a sweet solution

By Brian Lodge, design manager, Berry Global PLASTICS have played an important role in the continuing development of food packaging, helping to deliver products safely,...

Phil Smith Haircare gets a makeover

Phil Smith Haircare has received a stylish makeover from M&H Plastics. The new range of Be Gorgeous shampoos, conditioners and hair enhancing products which are available,...

Full conference programme confirmed for Plastics Recycling Show Europe

THE full conference programme has been released for the Plastics Recycling Show Europe, which takes place at RAI Amsterdam from May 10-11. More than 60...
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BPF to host more free webinars on key issues

THE British Plastics Federation has announced the launch of more free webinars covering a range of topics pertinent to the sector. On May 13, David Butler,...
Linx Black Ultra Strong Plastic-Adherent Ink 1061

Latest Linx solution ‘fills a gap’ for rigid plastics and plastic films

LINX Printing Technologies has announced the development of an ink that seeks to address the challenges of delivering long-term high-quality code adherence for rigid...
Winners of the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025

Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025 winners announced

A PET food packaging tray and a system that mechanically processes recovered household waste polypropylene (PP) back into contact-sensitive packaging have been named among...

Co-op calls on government to introduce 50p plastic bag fee

THE Co-op is to remove plastic bags for life from sale in all of its stores and has made a number of recommendations to...

Pancake Day plastic packaging takes a battering at Sainsbury’s

SAINSBURY'S has announced that it has reduced plastic packaging in its Pancake Day range by 86%. It comes as the supermarket introduces new widely-recycled pancake...