‘Breakthrough’ innovation tipped to transform mechanical recycling of flexible films
SUSTAINABILITY tech specialist Nextek and flexible packaging business Coveris have teamed up to boost the mechanical recycling of flexible films with a 'breakthrough' innovation...
Single-use lateral flow tests causing ‘environmental crisis’
THE widespread use of single-use lateral flow tests is creating an 'environmental crisis', researchers have warned.
A new study published in the Bulletin of the World...
Launch of new Aberdeenshire recycling bins leads to £2m annual savings
THE rollout of a new recycling bin in Aberdeenshire has led to less waste, cleaner recycling, and 'significant' cost savings, the region's council has...
Futamura confirms £15 million investment in UK factory
CELLULOSE films manufacturer Futamura UK has announced a further £15 million investment in its UK site in Wigton, Cumbria.
Following investment in recent years in...
SIG’s bag-in-box wine solution earns recyclability validation
SIG has announced it has been recognised by the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) for meeting the highest criteria for recyclability under the APR...
TIPA launches ‘breakthrough’ high-barrier solutions for flexible packaging
TIPA Compostable Packaging has announced an expansion of its portfolio to include four new high-barrier film and laminate products.
The new laminates extend TIPA’s mission...
Glass packaging innovator achieves B Corp certification
GLASS packaging supplier Croxsons has announced it has received B Corporation certification in recognition of its social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability.
Certified by...
Green groups call on Scottish Parliament for ‘radical’ single-use plastic changes
ENVIRONMENTALIST campaigners have called on the Scottish Parliament to ban the use of polystyrene cups and introduce a ‘latte levy’ in a five-point plan submitted on August 30
Reclose lidding film created for Dutch soft fruits market
PARKSIDE has announced the launch of a new reclose lidding film for soft fruits in Holland
Compostable cups are a work of art
VEGWARE has unveiled new limited edition 'eco embossed' hot cups. The Gallery Collection is a collaboration between the Edinburgh-headquartered compostables manufacturer and Coburg House Studios. Â
The cups are available...
