Marine plastic pollution could be detected from space
RESEARCHERS at the University of the Highlands and Islands are to study whether thermal imaging cameras can be used to help detect marine plastic...
SEE launches paper-based food packaging to reduce plastic usage
SEE has developed a new paper-based bottom web to support food processors and retailers reduce plastic usage and meet consumer demand for paper packaging.
The...
PRS Europe breaks 10,000-visitor barrier for the first time
ORGANISERS of the Plastics Recycling Show Europe have confirmed a 32% increase in visitor numbers this year.
The exhibition and conference, which is dedicated to...
Berry bottle and cap solution supports Green Oil’s eco goals
A bottle and cap solution from Berry Global, both made from post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic, is supporting the environmental goals of performance lubricants manufacturer...
Sustainably packaged ‘living lettuce’ launched in Co-op stores
FRESH produce grower and supplier, JEPCO, has launched its 'living lettuce' innovation in sustainable packaging across Co-op stores nationwide.
Packed in sustainable, 100% recyclable and...
New partnership gives SMEs access to paper straws
PLASTICO has announced a supply agreement with Transcend Packaging that will offer SME food and drink service companies access to paper straws as an alternative...
Reusable container offers ‘ideal’ refill packaging solution
A 14-litre HDPE reusable container by Berry Global is providing the vessel for a new refill packaging solution from the Refill Coalition.
The pilot for...
The Highlands’ battle against single-use plastic
AN MSP who led Scotland’s campaign to successfully make plastic straws a thing of the past is continuing to fight single-use plastics in her own constituency.
Sustainable toys launched in time for Christmas
SMURFIT Kappa has launched a new range of eco-friendly toys in time for Christmas that are made completely from paper.
The ekolife range is said...
Recyclable packaging offers sweet solution for chocolatier
Chocolates Valor, a Spanish family business chocolatier, has converted the packaging for a portion of its cocoa products to Sonoco’s recyclable GREENCAN solution.
Founded in...
