Charpak to “transform” waste with localised circular economy launch

CHARPAK has revealed it will be launching the "first" UK localised circular economy at this year's Packaging Innovations event. The thermoformed packaging specialist will be unveiling the...
UPM Raflatac products

UPM Raflatac reveals ‘strong and measurable progress’ on climate commitments

UPM Raflatac has outlined the firm's sustainability progress with the publication of its 2024 Climate Review. The review showcases how the business and its partners...
Paper-based packaging

TIPA seals acquisition of recyclable paper-based packaging pioneer

TIPA Compostable Packaging, together with its European subsidiary Bio4Pack, has announced the acquisition of SEALPAP, a specialist in recyclable paper-based packaging. The move has been...
Reverse Vending Machines at University of Strathclyde

Campaign highlights key factors impacting recycling in Scotland

A series of interventions at the University of Strathclyde have highlighted factors that could significantly improve recycling on-the-go across Scotland. Led by charity Keep Scotland...
Food waste

Three ways smarter reporting transforms manufacturing waste management

By Tom Wright, manufacturing waste expert at sustainable waste management company Biffa  In manufacturing, efficiency is everything – and that extends beyond production lines. As...
Yorkshire Packaging Systems net zero commitment

Yorkshire Packaging Systems confirms 2035 net zero commitment

YORKSHIRE Packaging Systems (YPS) has announced its commitment to achieving net zero by 2035. "We’ve been committed to a sustainable business for some time, including...

Recyclable paper straw launched for drinks cartons

TRANSCEND Packaging has unveiled a fully-recyclable and biodegradable U-bend paper straw for drinks cartons. Ribena will be the first UK juice drinks brand to introduce...

Iceland launches paperboard packaging for its Pink Lady apples

ICELAND has launched plastic-free packaging for its Pink Lady apples, in what it says is a UK supermarket first. The new paperboard packaging will replace...

Businesses come out in support of Glasgow’s Cup Movement

PAPER-based packaging manufacturer, Graphic Packaging International has announced its support for the first Scottish initiative to stop single-use cups going to landfill or ending...

Bamboo fibre cups launched for hot drinks

CELEBRATION Packaging has launched a new range of double-wall hot drink cups made from bamboo fibre. The cups, which come under the firm's EnviroWare brand,...