MonoFlexFibre Pure Twist packaging

Packaging with a twist: new solution launched for confectionery

COVERIS has launched a new paper alternative for confectionery packaging. MonoFlexFibre Pure Twist is designed to replace less sustainable alternatives commonly used for twist-wrapped products...
Geopak reusable packaging system

Reusable packaging system wins top design award

A reusable packaging system developed by Whitecroft Lighting to reduce single-use waste across the construction supply chain has been recognised with a 2026 iF...
MBF’s Ultra-Low Vacuum filling machine

Machinery has the bottle to handle eco-friendly packs

PEEBLES-based bottling and packaging machinery supplier Evolution BPS has revealed that the shift towards sustainable solutions has led to a growing number of enquiries...

Technology giant announces acquisition of Edinburgh packaging firm

TECHNOLOGY giant HP - best known for its computers - has announced the acquisition of Edinburgh-based Choose Packaging for an undisclosed amount. The packaging development...

Aldi launches recyclable butter packaging in ‘UK supermarket first’

ALDI is rolling out a new recyclable wrap packaging on two of its own-label butter lines in what it says is a UK supermarket...
SEE CRYOVAC brand recycle-ready PP-based laminates

Recycle-ready laminates ‘reduce plastic usage and packaging costs’

SEE has announced the launch across EMEA of a new range of high-barrier, printable laminates to help food processors use less plastic in packaging,...

Dow and Mura Technology team up to scale advanced recycling solution for plastics

PLASTIC manufacturer Dow and Mura Technology, a pioneer of an advanced plastic recycling solution, have announced a partnership to help keep plastic waste out...

Coca-Cola European Partners invests in recycling start-up

COCA-COLA European Partners (CCEP) has taken what it described as an important step on its journey towards 100% rPET for its plastic bottles by...

Glasgow inventor creates reusable food wraps

AFTER wrapping up a spot in Dundee’s V&A, the Glasgow inventor behind a new sustainable food wrap product has set her sights on it...

M&S and Waitrose report increase in demand for unpackaged goods

BOTH Waitrose and Marks & Spencers are to extend their trials of unpackaged, refillable goods after both reporting positive uptakes. The supermarkets each launched trials...