Online resource educates youngsters on plastics recycling and polymers
THE British Plastics Federation (BPF), in conjunction with PlasticsEurope and RECOUP, has launched an online recycling resource kit designed to educate students about recycling plastics...
Macpac extends capacity with new thermoforming machine
THERMOFORMED packaging manufacturer Macpac has installed another Illig RDKP 72 automatic pressure thermoforming system at its plant in Stockport.
Representing a £700,000 investment, the new...
Adidas to increase use of ocean plastic this year
ADIDAS has said that more than 60% of its products will be made from sustainable materials in 2021.
The sportswear firm said the move will...
Returnable pack boosts beverage sector sustainability
DS Smith Plastics Bilzen has designed a returnable pack which the firm claims can fit inside reusable crates and be stacked without a crate.
The...
Awards finalists to be announced at online event
THE finalists in seven categories of this year's Plastics Recycling Awards Europe will be announced during a livestream event on Tuesday 15 June.
The keynote...
Businesses urged to start preparing now for Plastic Packaging Tax
SOUTHGATE Packaging is urging business to prepare now for the Plastic Packaging Tax, which is due to come into force in April next year.
The...
Aldi removes plastic shrink wrap from beans range
ALDI is to remove all plastic shrink wrap from its multi-packs of Corale baked beans in a bid to reduce plastic waste.
The supermarket said...
Shortlist revealed for Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025
THE finalists of the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025 have been announced.
Winners of the seven award categories will be revealed on 2 April at...
Plastic pallet specialist marks major milestone
Goplasticpallets.com is celebrating 20 years in business this year. Here, MD Jim Hardisty tells Packaging Scotland about the firm’s proudest achievements and ambitious plans...
Covid-19 grounds PRSE until 2021
ORGANISERS of the Plastics Recycling Show Europe (PRSE) have announced the postponement of PRSE 2020 due to the ongoing Covid-19 crisis.
The event was due...
