UV tag reading tech created to trace packaging through circular economy
DIGITAL deposit return scheme innovator, Polytag, has developed UV tag reading technology which it said will enable brands to trace packaging through the circular...
Businesses urged to prepare now for DRS to go live in 2023
BIFFA is urging businesses selling drink to prepare now for the upcoming launch of the Deposit Return Scheme (DRS).
In August 2023, Scotland will become...
Hellmann’s confirms switch to 100% post-consumer recycled plastic bottles
HELLMANN'S has announced it has started moving its full ‘squeezy’ range in the UK to bottles made with 100% post-consumer recycled PET plastic.
The Unilever...
New research shows growth in canned alcoholic drinks market
NEW research has revealed the value of canned craft beer and wine has increased in the last 18 months.
Speaking to industry trade body Can...
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...
Xaar outlines progress of Sustainability Roadmap
INKJET technology specialist Xaar has hosted its first Sustainability Week to mark the progress the firm's Sustainability Roadmap has had in its first year.
Initiatives...
New stretch films meet Plastic Packaging Tax requirements
COVERIS has confirmed the launch of a new range of lightweight stretch films containing a minimum 30% recycled content to satisfy the requirements of...
Dairy cooperative announces transition to clear milk caps
DAIRY cooperative Arla will transition to clear milk caps from this month.
The firm's coloured milk caps are recyclable, but currently the coloured caps cannot...
Machinery manufacturer backs ‘sustainable innovation’
ULMA Packaging has launched a new project designed to help food industry manufacturers tackle sustainability challenges.
The #ULMAweCare project was launched at the IFFA trade...
New research highlights popularity of drinks cans
NEW research has revealed more than half of UK adults believe cans are better for the environment than other forms of beverage packaging and...
