Recycled content guidelines in plastic packaging launched
THE British Plastics Federation (BPF) has teamed up with the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTPA) and the Food and Drink Federation (FDF) to...
20p deposit for Scotland’s bottle return scheme
THE Scottish Government has outlined plans for the nation’s deposit return scheme (DRS), which is set to include aluminium and steel cans, as well...
Aldi to move own-brand wipes to plant-based material
ALDI has announced it is to remove single-use plastic from all its own-brand wipes by the summer.
The supermarket will switch the lines to biodegradable 100%...
New study reveals impact of pandemic on staff absences in the plastics industry
NEW research has highlighted the impact of Covid-19 on staff absences within the plastics industry, with almost a third of companies having to reduce...
Lucozade Ribena Suntory sets 100% sustainable packaging target
LUCOZADE Ribena Suntory has unveiled plans to move to 100% sustainable plastic within a decade
Berry commits to net zero emissions across global operations and value chain by 2050
BERRY Global Group has committed to achieving net zero emissions across its global operations and value chain by 2050.
The company revealed that it aims...
Plastic packaging milestone for Cadbury Mini Eggs
MONDELĒZ International has reached a milestone in its sustainable packaging journey with its Cadbury Mini Eggs.
For Easter 2026, the 31.9g, 74g, and 256g Cadbury...
New sauce bottles boast ‘significant shelf appeal’
BERRY Global has announced it is introducing a new range of hot fill sauce bottles featuring a curved design in clear polypropylene (PP).
Available in...
Go hail plastics!
Jim Hardisty, managing director of Goplasticpallets.com, explains why we need to stop demonising plastics but rather celebrate those who are innovating with this material, just...
Deadline extended for Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025
ORGANISERS have announced that the entry deadline for the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025 has been extended until 6pm CET, Monday November 4, 2024.
The...
