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...

Quiz tests nation’s recycling knowledge

TO mark Recycle Week (September 21-27), Goplasticpallets.com has created a quiz to test the nation’s recycling knowledge. Since launching its plastic pallet recycling scheme 18...

KP Snacks pop plastic on low-calorie line

KP Snacks has unveiled a new modern pack design for its Popchips range, which will also bring a reduction in the amount of plastic...

Colpac reinforces sustainable commitment by signing up to Call to Action

COLPAC has announced the business has joined over 600 organisations as part of Business for Nature’s Call to Action, urging governments worldwide to do...

Natural packaging material tipped for food sector growth

FIBREPAK, which is described as a natural packaging material that uses thermoformed wet pulp, has been tipped to make a big impact in the...

Lucozade Zero to be released in cans

LUCOZADE Zero has been launched in new 330ml cans following an increase in consumers seeking both low-sugar drinks and beverages in cans. The brand's parent...

Scottish space firm launches merchandise in sustainable packaging

THE firm behind Scotland's first commercial rocket launch has unveiled merchandise packed in eco-friendly packaging. Edinburgh-headquartered Skyrora said that profits from sales will go towards...

Study finds three in four shoppers would pay more for sustainable packaging

A new study has revealed 73% of UK shoppers would pay more for a product if the packaging had less impact on the environment. The...

Sealed Air unveils recyclable shrink packaging solution

SEALED Air has developed a recyclable shrink packaging solution to help food companies meet their environmental aspirations. The CRYOVAC standard presentation shrink bag and shrinkable...