Why plastics are still a sweet solution
By Brian Lodge, design manager, Berry Global
PLASTICS have played an important role in the continuing development of food packaging, helping to deliver products safely,...
Businesses warned not to take potential PPT penalties lightly
ECOVERITAS has warned that any future changes to the Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) must not solely be about boosting the treasury's coffers.
The PPT, introduced...
New initiative to address gap in Indonesian recycling infrastructure
RECYCLING infrastructure is set to be 'strategically' expanded in Southeast Asia following a new investment by Circulate Capital.
The Singapore-based investment management firm finances innovations,...
Shrinkage of Tesco toilet roll packs set to free up lorry space
TESCO has reduced the amount of plastic used in its large toilet roll multipacks thanks to a new way of winding the toilet paper...
Antalis makes ‘carbon balance’ commitment over paper range
ANTALIS has announced it is working with World Land Trust to 'carbon balance' every product in its Arjowiggins Creative Papers range.
The offer is made...
COP26 delegates to receive special whisky celebrating sector’s sustainability
A limited edition blended Scotch Whisky in sustainable packaging is to be presented to COP26 delegates and visitors.
Unveiled by the Scotch Whisky Association, the...
Aldi aims to halve plastic packaging by 2025
ALDI has announced it is to reduce the volume of plastic packaging used by 50% by 2025.
The supermarket said that the commitment will see...
Protega partners with Planet Mark to aid carbon plans
PROTEGA Global has partnered with Planet Mark to set a target of reaching carbon neutrality by 2029.
Eden Project-backed Planet Mark is a business certification...
A circular approach to filmic packaging
Promoting a circular economy in flexible film packaging is essential and is leading the development of new products across a wide variety of market sectors, explains Julie Eller, sales director at RPC bpi protec
Edinburgh firm to participate in Microsoft initiative
EDINBURGH-based circular economy startup, Reath, has been selected to participate in a new peer learning network hosted by Microsoft and Open Data Institute (ODI).
The...
