Currys to allow customers to return TV packaging to be recycled
CURRYS PC World has launched a new scheme to allow customers to return their expanded polystyrene (EPS) packaging.
It comes following a successful six-week trial...
Shortlist announced for Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2024
THE finalists have been announced for the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2024 following a 'record' number of entries.
The winners of the seven categories will...
Aquapak appoints new sales director to drive Hydropol solution
AQUAPAK Polymers has appointed flexible packaging specialist Dudley Jones as sales director to drive end applications of its Hydropol polymer.
Dudley has over 30 years’...
New paint container with 50% PCR plastic rolled out
AMCOR and Flügger have teamed up to create a paint container made with 50% post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic.
The solution forms part of Flügger’s ambition...
Bespoke product helps achieve sustainability goals of aluminium effect pigments specialist
FENTON Packaging Solutions has divulged details of its work to help aluminium effect pigments manufacturer Silberline reduce its carbon footprint.
The firm began its cooperation...
Building materials firm to package cement in fully recyclable hybrid bags
A leading building materials firm has announced it is to package its cement in new all-weather, fully recyclable hybrid bags.
Tarmac, which has plant packaging...
Aberdeenshire Council to trial polystyrene recycling
ABERDEENSHIRE Council is to begin a polystyrene recycling trial at three of its household recycling centres (HRCs).
A contract has been signed between the council...
Stage is set for Plastics Recycling Show Europe
FINAL preparations are underway for The Plastics Recycling Show Europe exhibition and conference, taking place at the RAI Amsterdam from May 10-11.
Organisers are anticipating...
New study ‘dispels myth’ of recycling limits on fibre-based packaging
NEW research has shown that fibre-based packaging material – paper, board, cartonboard and folding boxes – can be recycled more than 25 times with...
Network Rail installs sleepers made from recycled food packaging
NETWORK Rail has successfully laid railway sleepers made from plastic bottles and food packaging in England.
Installed across the Sherrington Viaduct, between Salisbury and Warminster,...
