Berry makes ‘technical breakthrough’ in film sustainability

BERRY bpi has claimed to have achieved a 'significant technical breakthrough' with the ability to incorporate up to 50% recycled content into its NorDiVent...

BPF responds to PM’s comments on plastics recycling

THE British Plastics Federation (BPF) has responded to comments made by Prime Minister Boris Johnson that recycling plastic materials 'doesn't work'. The BBC reported that...

Co-op launches plastic-free Christmas wrapping paper

THE Co-op has launched plastic-free Christmas wrapping paper as part of a sustainable Christmas range. It also features crackers, cards and accessories which are 100%...

New postcode-specific tool hopes to end confusion over packaging recycling

A new initiative has been launched to help guide people on how and where their packaging can be recycled in their local area. Launched by software...

Sustainable and premium bottles are a winning combination for O-I

A new collection of glass bottles made in Alloa, which aim to combine both sustainability and premiumisation, have made a strong impact since being...

Tesco scheme sees 850 tonnes of soft plastic collected

OVER 850 tonnes of soft plastic has been collected in Tesco stores following the supermarket's launch of collection points in August. Launched in partnership with...

‘UK-first’ recyclable butter wrap set to debut

WIPAK has announced it is launching a 'UK-first' recyclable paper wrap for butter that can be recycled at kerbside within the paper waste stream. Made...

Exhibition goes on the trail of sustainability

ORGANISERS of Packaging Innovations and Empack 2022 have announced the launch of The Sustainability Trail ahead of this year's exhibition. The new feature will highlight...

Smurfit Kappa launches ‘revolutionary’ water-resistant paper

SMURFIT Kappa has developed a new water-resistant paper called AquaStop. The product is part of the firm's new TechniPaper portfolio, described as consisting of papers...

Ecoveritas calls on firms to be given tools for EPR preparation

PACKAGING data firm Ecoveritas has warned that further delays in publishing detailed guidance places the timetable for extended producer responsibility (EPR) reforms at risk. It...