Compostable packaging specialists announce collaboration
POLAND-based flexible packaging converter SILBO has teamed up with compostable packaging specialist TIPA on a new sustainable solution.
SILBO produces film-based packaging with compostable water-based...
AI-powered robots used to pick valuable materials from Fife waste
AI-powered robots are being used to sort Fife Council's household waste in its Dunfermline material recovery facility (MRF).
Installed in late 2022, the robotic pickers...
Trade body lifts lid on chip shop packaging challenges
THE president of the National Federation of Fish Friers (NFFF) has told Packaging Scotland of his desire to work with the packaging industry to...
Glass packaging specialist marks milestone year by planting 150,000 trees
GLASS packaging specialist Croxsons is marking its 150th anniversary this year by planting 150,000 trees.
The project is one of a number of environmental initiatives,...
Firm set for marathon effort to recycle used water bottles
THOUSANDS of used water bottles are set to be recycled following this weekend's London Marathon.
To help promote circularity of plastic bottles, official water sponsors...
Industry collaboration is vital in development of PRN reforms
The Government has published its response to the PRN consultation, giving an indication of how the system will change when EPR starts in 2024....
Round of a-paws for dog advent calendar packaging
DURHAM Box has provided details of its work with the Herbal Dog Co to create a luxury dog advent calendar.
The festive pack, produced on Durham...
Rest of the UK’s deposit return scheme to go live in 2025
THE UK Government's deposit return scheme (DRS) is set to be introduced in October 2025, Westminster has announced.
New plans, which will cover England, Wales...
SNP stalwart calls for DRS plans to be paused
A prominent SNP MSP has called for Scotland's planned introduction of a Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) to be paused for at least 18 months.
DRS...
Reusable packaging firm scoops top sustainability accolade
REUSABLE packaging and performance pooling solutions specialist Tosca has been awarded the EcoVadis platinum medal for its sustainability initiatives.
The award places Tosca in...
