E-commerce report shows sustainable packaging has become ‘more than just a preference’
MONDI has revealed the findings of its sixth annual e-commerce trend report, which revealed sustainable packaging has become more than just a preference.
The study...
Lockdown drives spike in aluminium packaging recycling rates
NEW figures released by the Environment Agency showed that 17,066 tonnes of aluminium packaging were collected for recycling in May – an increase of...
Scottish Government opens consultation on ban of single-use plastics
PLANS to ban some of the most environmentally damaging single-use plastic items have been published for consultation.
The Scottish Government is seeking views on the...
Just Eat to trial seaweed-lined takeaway box
JUST EAT and Notpla have partnered to launch what they say is the world’s first seaweed-lined box for the takeaway sector.
The online food order...
New plastic waste initiative offers retailers “peace of mind”
VANDEN Recycling has launched a new initiative to help food packaging producers provide retailers with evidence that plastic waste is being managed responsibly.
Thermoforming companies...
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...
Extended producer responsibility requirements brought into force
PRODUCERS of household packaging are now responsible for the costs of dealing with packaging waste, following the introduction of reporting requirements as part of...
Packaging solution ticks all the boxes for luxury wine brand
BOXED wine retailer Laylo has teamed up with packaging giant DS Smith to bring a new experience to drinking premium wine at home.
The luxury...
Paper-based packaging tipped to help tackle climate ‘anxiety’
Cullen Eco-Friendly Packaging recently gave students at Neilston Primary School in Renfrewshire the first consumer look at its latest invention, the Fibre Bottle.
The firm...
Co-op hails new Easter egg packaging as ‘positive step’ for industry
PLASTIC packaging is to be removed from Co-op Food Easter eggs, the convenience retailer has announced.
It said that the removal of the plastic inner...
