Packaging firm outlines plans to invest in sustainable solutions

SOUTHGATE has announced it is investing in developing a range of new, eco-friendly packaging solutions. Over the past year, the company has launched several new sustainable...

Sharpak launches recyclable CPET tray for ready-meal market

SHARPAK has launched CPAK Jazz, a new sustainable packaging solution described as a recyclable, ovenable CPET tray aimed at the ready-meal market. The product features...

UK supermarkets to trial ‘first of its type’ recyclable sandwich packs

CONVENIENCE food manufacturer Greencore Group has announced that, in partnership with the Co-op and Sainsbury’s, it will begin trials of an all fibre plastic-free...
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New M&S men’s clothing packaging set to make ‘huge difference’

MARKS & Spencer (M&S) has unveiled new paper packaging across its Men's Essentials clothing range in a move expected to cut almost 5.5 million...

Action plan announced for ‘rapid change’ in Glasgow’s plastic use

GLASGOW is to be free of ‘unnecessary’ plastic by 2030, according to a new council strategy plan. The Glasgow City Council plastics reduction strategy sets...
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Argyll innovator’s new sustainable bag set to aid multiple sectors globally

A project is nearing completion in Argyll to bring a new alternative to the single-use polypropylene bulk builders’ bag to global markets. The project has...
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Packamama joins WRAP’s UK Packaging Pact to advance circular solutions for wine

SUSTAINABLE wine packaging specialist Packamama has joined WRAP’s UK Packaging Pact as a founding member, aligning with 100 organisations across the packaging value chain. The...

Cullen announces £15m expansion and major recruitment drive

GLASGOW-based Cullen Eco-Friendly Packaging has confirmed major investment plans which the business said will make it one of the world’s largest fibre packaging manufacturers. Cullen...

BrewDog amongst brands in ‘ground-breaking’ Tesco loop scheme

TESCO has partnered with Loop to launch a new programme which will allow consumers to purchase products in returnable packaging. BrewDog, Persil, Fever-Tree and Carex...

Refill labels range launched to help customers adopt new behaviours

OPRL, which operates the On-Pack Recycling Label scheme used by over 530 companies and charities, is launching a new labelling range to support consumers in...