Major UK retailer becomes founding member of packaging recycling scheme

RECYCLING technology specialist Polytag has announced retailer M&S as a founding member of its Polytag Ecotrace Programme, an initiative designed to optimise the tracing...

Shortlist revealed for Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2022

FINALISTS have been announced for the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2022. The shortlisted contenders were revealed during a livestream event, with the winners of all...

UAE event results in business wins for UK plastics firms

Data from the Middle East’s largest plastics show indicate a strong return on international trade grants for UK plastics companies. Arabplast 2019 was held in...
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Entries sought for Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2026

ENTRIES are now open for the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2026, which celebrate the best achievements in driving the circular use of plastics. The competition...

Gin specialist announces launch of recyclable pouches

DARNLEY'S Gin has confirmed the launch of its recyclable gin pouches as part of the company's sustainability strategy. The pouches are available in 70cl for...

Latest plastics recycling trends on show at Amsterdam exhibition

The Plastics Recycling Show Europe (PRSE), the pan-European exhibition and conference dedicated to plastics recycling, returns to the RAI Amsterdam in March. Here, event...

Reusable container offers ‘ideal’ refill packaging solution

A 14-litre HDPE reusable container by Berry Global is providing the vessel for a new refill packaging solution from the Refill Coalition. The pilot for...

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...
Esther Bussell, new Key Account Sales Manager

Plastic pallet specialist adds to senior team

Goplasticpallets.com has appointed Esther Bussell to the role of key account sales manager. Esther, who has worked in the pallet industry for over 13 years, will work...

Plastic fantastic as industry celebrates “outstanding year of innovation”

SELF-ADJUSTING glasses, a pocketable sharps holder for diabetics and an intelligent hand dryer were among the winning entries at the 2016 Plastics Industry Awards (PIAs). Over 650 industry professionals...