Panel discussion at ESS Expo

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....

Why plastics are still a sweet solution

By Brian Lodge, design manager, Berry Global PLASTICS have played an important role in the continuing development of food packaging, helping to deliver products safely,...

DS Smith employees clean up around the world

286 DS Smith employees around the world have taken part in local litter picks to support World Cleanup Day. Teams from across 16 different countries...
Packaging Startup Awards winners 2025

Startup ‘pioneers’ honoured for packaging sustainability innovations

FIVE 'groundbreaking' fledgling businesses have been recognised for their contributions to sustainable solutions at the 2025 Packaging Startup Awards. The awards, organised by ThePackHub and...
Diageo Everpour trials

Diageo trials new keg and integrated bottle dispense system

DIAGEO has announced the trial of Everpour, a new keg and integrated bottle dispense system, initially with vodka brand Smirnoff at selected bars in...

UK firm closes distribution deal for Box Latch product

PACKAGING component producer Item Products has secured an exclusive UK partnership with US company Box Latch for its reusable carton closure solution. The Box Latch...

New multi-pack solution helps brands get to grips with sustainable demands

VPK Group has launched a corrugated alternative to shrink wrap for the multi-packing of a wide range of bottles called ECOGRIP. The product has been designed...

Energy firm secures majority share in Glasgow sustainable packaging start-up

HIVE Energy Ltd has secured a majority share in a University of Strathclyde start-up which converts shellfish industry waste into chitin-based packaging. CuanTec developed a...

Almost half of Britons resolve to use less plastic in 2022

NEW research has revealed that almost half (49%) of Britons vow to use less plastic in 2022. A poll of more than 2,000 adults also...
ASDA and Podback partnership

Asda and Podback team up to boost coffee pod recycling

ASDA has teamed up with coffee pod recycling service Podback, to provide a new way for consumers to recycle their used coffee pods in...