Smurfit Kappa launches ‘revolutionary’ water-resistant paper
SMURFIT Kappa has developed a new water-resistant paper called AquaStop.
The product is part of the firm's new TechniPaper portfolio, described as consisting of papers...
Alupro highlights benefits of metal packaging at ESS Expo
ALUPRO took to the stage at the recent Environmental Services & Solutions (ESS) Expo in Birmingham to champion the circular economy for metal packaging....
UK Packaging PRO to lead packaging recycling scheme
UK Packaging PRO has been appointed by PackUK as the national Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) for the UK’s packaging recycling scheme, Extended Producer Responsibility...
Karen Graley appointed head of PRO for EPR
THE Food and Drink Federation (FDF), along with the Industry Council for Packaging and the Environment (INCPEN), has announced the appointment of Karen Graley...
Power Adhesives expands biodegradable hot melt range
POWER Adhesives has announced an expansion of its Tecbond biodegradable hot melt adhesive range.
The firm is introducing three new grades to strengthen its offering...
Berlin Packaging shines a spotlight on sustainability at Luxe Pack 2023
BERLIN Packaging has organised the 'Shaping the future of sustainable packaging' roundtable event, offering stakeholders the chance to debate sustainability in the packaging world...
Mondi launches high-barrier paper bag for humidity-sensitive products
MONDI is launching a high-performance paper bag designed to protect humidity-sensitive goods, while reducing plastic content.
The firm's re/cycle PaperPlus Bag Advanced solution aims to...
Exhibition to host “balanced discussion” on plastic waste
THE issue of plastic waste will be addressed by packaging experts at the upcoming Packaging Innovations and Luxury Packaging London event.
Organisers have announced The...
Making the packaging world go round
By Christopher Morgan, global sales director, Filtrona Tapes
IN an era of environmentally-aware consumers, the demands on packaging manufacturers have never been greater.
In a recent...
Companies urged to check PPT obligations following Autumn Statement
ENVIRONMENTAL compliance specialist Ecoveritas is warning firms to double check their plastic packaging tax (PPT) obligations after chancellor Jeremy Hunt confirmed the levy would...
