UK Government ‘plans to extend’ single-use plastic ban
THE UK Government has launched a consultation on banning a number of single-use plastics.
It follows the Scottish Government's announcement recently that it is to...
BrewDog amongst brands in ‘ground-breaking’ Tesco loop scheme
TESCO has partnered with Loop to launch a new programme which will allow consumers to purchase products in returnable packaging.
BrewDog, Persil, Fever-Tree and Carex...
Webinar series to celebrate iconic designs in plastic innovation
THE British Plastics Federation (BPF) has announced a new series of free webinars that will examine classic product designs from the 20th century that...
Plastic appeal
Soft drinks have long been associated with plastic but PET’s appeal is obvious in every corner of the industry.
PET is a popular choice for...
RPC sponsors schools initiative
PLASTICÂ packaging supplier RPC Group is taking part in a national programme to alert secondary school students to the problems of food waste and encourage...
Host venue of COP26 unveils new packaging measures ahead of event
THE Scottish Event Campus (SEC) has unveiled new packaging measures ahead of hosting the COP26 summit later this year.
It comes as part of the...
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...
New Barbie range to be made from recycled ocean-bound plastic
A new range of Barbie dolls made from recycled ocean-bound plastic is set to be released by Mattel as the company continues its sustainability...
Visitor registration opens for Plastics Recycling Show Europe 2025
VISITOR registration has opened for the Plastics Recycling Show Europe (PRS Europe).
The exhibition and conference, which is dedicated to plastics recycling, returns to the...
The Wine Society to trial flat recycled plastic bottles
PACKAMAMA has announced that The Wine Society is set to trial the firm's eco-flat bottles.
Following the publication of its Alternative Packaging for Wine report in...
