Poor eco habits causing relationship breakups amongst 18-24-year-olds

A new survey has revealed that 85% of 18-24 year olds said that differing opinions on sustainability were the cause of 'frequent' fall outs...

Aldi to trial refill stations

ALDI has launched a trial selling its first packaging-free products in a bid to help customers shop more sustainably. The pilot will begin at a...

Roberts & Mart to provide compostable packaging for Te & Kaffi

ROBERTS Mart & Co Ltd has added a beverage company found in Iceland to its portfolio of European customers using its compostable packaging. The firm...

Heineken UK packs in plastic use as cardboard packaging unveiled

HEINEKEN UK has announced that it will eliminate plastic rings and shrink wrapping from its entire portfolio of beer and cider multipacks of cans...
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Investing in a sustainable future

How is plastic packaging under pressure? What is the role of plastic in today's global packaging industry and what innovations in the space are helping to eliminate the plastic waste problem?

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...

Carte D’Or switches to paper packs

UNILEVER has launched new paper-based packs across its entire range of Carte D'Or ice cream. It said the move will see the brand use 93%...

New research shows growth in canned alcoholic drinks market

NEW research has revealed the value of canned craft beer and wine has increased in the last 18 months. Speaking to industry trade body Can...

Cans help boost drink producer’s sustainability ethos

BALL Corporation has announced it has created cans for Ölgerðin's AVA fruit water brand in response to the growing popularity of cans in the Icelandic market. With...
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Return of the pack: a wrap for DRS

Craig Quirie speaks to a number of key stakeholders about their hopes and concerns regarding Scotland’s impending deposit return scheme (DRS)Â