Re-Gen’s MRF in Newry

Latest Polytag partnership marks ‘significant milestone’ in optimising recycling processes

POLYTAG is aiming to help transform the recycling sector after expanding its network to include one of the largest material recovery facilities (MRFs) in...

No shrinking from poultry challenges

DESCRIBED as an ‘industry first’, Yorkshire Packaging Systems (YPS) has launched a widely recyclable solution for the whole bird market in conjunction with shrink...

Saica president awarded OBE by UK ambassador in Spain

Ramón Alejandro, president of Saica Group, has been awarded with an OBE for services to the environmental sector. The honour was awarded by the UK...

Inquiry launched into UK Government’s plastic waste measures

AN inquiry has been launched into how the UK Government intends to tackle plastic waste and whether its targets go far enough. It follows statistics...

Berry solution boasts on-shelf and sustainability appeal

BERRY M&H has launched a new standard design which aims to provide a complete pack and closure solution for cleaning products and give companies...
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Green groups call on Scottish Parliament for ‘radical’ single-use plastic changes

ENVIRONMENTALIST campaigners have called on the Scottish Parliament to ban the use of polystyrene cups and introduce a ‘latte levy’ in a five-point plan submitted on August 30

Walkers to trial paper crisp packaging in Tesco stores

WALKERS has partnered with Tesco to trial paper-based outer packaging on multipacks of its Baked range of crisps. PepsiCo, owner of Walkers, said the trial...

Industry experts to explore latest plastics recycling trends at PRSE

DUTCH environment minister Vivianne Heijnen has been announced as the keynote speaker for the Plastics Recycling Show Europe’s conference, taking place at RAI Amsterdam,...

Recyclable offering is snappy solution for food-to-go sector

A recyclable solution for chilled meals and food-to-go outlets has been launched by Sabert Corporation Europe. The Snap2Go tray is described as refrigerator-friendly and multi-functional,...
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TIPA launches ‘breakthrough’ high-barrier solutions for flexible packaging

TIPA Compostable Packaging has announced an expansion of its portfolio to include four new high-barrier film and laminate products. The new laminates extend TIPA’s mission...