Show and tell: Bell launches recycling ID initiative

RECYCLED plastic packaging manufacturer, Bell Packaging has introduced a new identification initiative to its range, to help customers and recyclers better identify and separate...

Systems provider launches online sustainability resource

AUTOMATED Packaging Systems has announced the launch of an online sustainability hub to help customers become more environmentally aware. Visitors can access information around the benefits...

Exhibition to host “balanced discussion” on plastic waste

THE issue of plastic waste will be addressed by packaging experts at the upcoming Packaging Innovations and Luxury Packaging London event. Organisers have announced The...

Certification agency welcomes impending UK plastic packaging tax

BUREAU Veritas has welcomed the impending new UK plastics packaging tax, which will see manufacturers and importers whose products have less than 30% recyclable...

Tech investment tipped to produce recyclable flexible packaging

INEOS Olefins & Polymers Europe has announced a multi-million Euro investment in technology in a move designed to enable the firm to work with...

New guide aims to boost plastics recycling

RECOUP and the British Plastics Federation (BPF) have teamed up to launch new guidance aimed at helping designers create plastic packaging that is easy...
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Where does 3D printing fit into the plastics manufacturing mix?

3D printing - also called additive manufacturing - is often touted as a trend and technique to rival injection moulding
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Lucozade Ribena Suntory sets 100% sustainable packaging target

LUCOZADE Ribena Suntory has unveiled plans to move to 100% sustainable plastic within a decade

Seven new categories confirmed for Plastics Industry Awards

SEVEN new categories have been added to this year's Plastics Industry Awards. Entries are now to companies and individuals from across the UK and Republic...

Tesco asks suppliers to accelerate plans to tackle plastic waste

TESCO is to engage with suppliers in an attempt to accelerate its plans to tackle plastic waste. As part of the supermarket's 4Rs packaging strategy...