Bottling production line

‘Breakthrough’ tech aids lightweighting without sacrificing bottle performance

BEVERAGE solutions provider Refresco is said to be reaping the benefits after investing in Sidel’s EvoBLOW Laser technology. The innovation has been in operation at...

Smurfit Kappa adds the missing ingredient to sustainable recipe box

A recipe box company has collaborated with Smurfit Kappa to make its packaging more sustainable. Mindful Chef experienced a 'huge' increase in demand for its...

Vanden launches recruitment drive to satisfy ‘huge demand’ in recycling sector

VANDEN Recycling is embarking on a global recruitment drive as the business continues to grow. The company revealed it is looking to fill around 60...
Winfried Muehling, Pro Carton

Zero Waste Week 2025: a call to action for a sustainable future

By Winfried Muehling, director of marketing and communications at Pro Carton Zero Waste Week 2025 serves as a powerful reminder of the growing environmental challenges...

Charities warn DRS ‘does not work’ for visually impaired

THE Scottish Government has been urged to use the delay in introducing its deposit return scheme to consider the implications it will have for...

Asda doubles length of toilet rolls to cut back on packaging

ASDA has doubled the length of all its own-brand toilet rolls in a move which it said will remove 74-tonnes of plastic and save...
Flint Group Sustainability Report

Flint Group hails ‘substantial advancements’ in sustainability journey

FLINT Group, a supplier of inks and coatings for the print and packaging industry, has launched its Sustainability Report for the 2023 financial year,...

Smaller drinks producers to be offered ‘simple’ DRS labelling option

A 'simple' labelling option as part of Scotland's impending deposit return scheme (DRS) is to be offered to smaller drinks producers. It will see self-adhesive...
packet of bacon

Bacon brand switches to recyclable pack

BACON producer Denhay has switched its packaging to fully recyclable clear trays made from 25% recycled plastic

Aztec Label invests in largest LED UV drying system to date

AZTEC Label has invested in its largest LED UV drying system as it continues to transition its entire facility to the technology by the...