UK Government reminded of plastic industry’s importance amidst Covid-19 pandemic
THE British Plastics Federation has written to the UK Government asking that those working in the plastics sector be classified as ‘key workers’ in regard to...
Sainsbury’s continues bloom in sustainable packaging options
SAINSBURY’S is launching a new trial which will see the supermarket wrap its flower range in paper rather than the traditionally used plastic sleeves
10p bag levy: a step in the right direction or double trouble?
With the UK Government poised to double the single-use plastic bag levy to 10p - subject to consultation - south of the border, Packaging...
Persil moves to fully recyclable bottles
UNILEVER has announced that its Persil range of laundry detergent will be packaged in 50% post-consumer recycled plastic.
The firm confirmed that the packaging is...
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...
Recycled content demands move to top of the agenda
A growing number of businesses are demanding more recycled content in their packaging materials.
Jonathan Pearson, business development manager for thermoformed packaging specialist Charpak in Scotland,...
Flexible tube is ‘Crowning’ achievement for M&H Plastics
M&H Plastics has rolled out a new flexible tube to package and apply matchpot samples for Crown Paints.
The new tube has a built-in applicator...
White Rabbit Pizza Co hopping with joy at plant-based packaging
YORKSHIRE Packaging Systems (YPS) has announced that The White Rabbit Pizza Co has adopted the firm's B-NAT bio-based shrink film to package its range...
Environmental organisation hails Arsenal Football Club’s cup record
FRIENDS of the Earth has urged sports stadiums and venues across the UK to introduce returnable cup and plastic recycling schemes, following Arsenal Football...
Waitrose and Müller to ditch coloured milk caps in new trial
MÜLLER has partnered with Waitrose as part of a trial to scrap the blue, green and red caps used to signify the fat contents...
