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ASI-certified aerosol cans a ‘landmark step’ for personal care sustainable packaging

BALL Corporation has teamed up with Brazilian brands Soffie and Aeroflex to launch the first aluminium aerosol cans certified by the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative...

Reverse vending machines installed at Merlin Entertainments attractions

REVERSE vending machines have been installed across Merlin Entertainments' UK attractions as part of a collaboration with Coca-Cola. Those recycling empty 500ml plastic bottles in...

Graphic Packaging appoints chief sustainability officer

GRAPHIC Packaging has announced that Michelle M. Fitzpatrick PhD will join the company as chief sustainability officer. The firm has a 'long-standing' commitment to running...

Innovation keeps Apple’s 2025 packaging goal ticking

APPLE has unveiled its first entirely fibre-based packaging for its new Apple Watch line-up as part of its acceleration towards plastic-free packaging by 2025. Further...

New e-book offers insights into extending shelf-life

CAMPDEN BRI has launched a new e-book: Maximising Shelf Life which provides insights on how the combination of packaging and processes need to be...

Jacobite Spirits launches new rum in ‘revolutionary’ bottle

JACOBITE Spirits has launched its new spiced rum in what it says is a 'revolutionary' premium bottle. The Glasgow-based distillery teamed up with O-I for...

Specialist papermaker helps create plastic-free poppy

PAPERMAKER James Cropper has helped create the Royal British Legion’s new plastic-free poppy. Made entirely from paper, the poppy is said to reduce carbon emissions...
Croxsons collaborated with Thatchers Cider to launch their newest innovation, Juicy Apple, by supplying bespoke 500ml glass bottles, each embossed with Thatcher’s name on the shoulder

A touch of glass: manufacturers rise to sustainability challenges

REUSABILITY, optimal weight, and increased recycled content are among the trends currently shaping the drinks packaging segment of the market. Tim Croxson, CEO of glass...

Full conference programme announced for upcoming PRSE event

ORGANISERS of next month's Plastics Recycling Show Europe have published the full conference programme for the two-day exhibition. The event, at RAI Amsterdam, will include...

New study finds support for compostable packaging

A new poll has highlighted strong support amongst UK consumers for compostable packaging. The Populus study found that 85% of respondents believe more compostable packaging...