Berry launches new sip lids for reusable cup range
BERRY Global has launched a multi-purpose sip lid to complement the company’s Reusable Cup range and meet demands for alternatives to single-use plastics.
Part of...
KP Snacks pop plastic on low-calorie line
KP Snacks has unveiled a new modern pack design for its Popchips range, which will also bring a reduction in the amount of plastic...
Consumers call for more reusable, refillable and returnable options
NEW research released by environmental charity City to Sea has revealed 72% of UK consumers want to see more reusable, refillable and returnable options.
The...
Scottish trial shows small financial incentive can drive surge in recycling
A trial involving Scottish-based students has revealed a surge in recycling following the introduction of a small financial incentive.
Students from across the Motherwell, Coatbridge...
Pharmaceutical packaging provider earns landmark sustainability recognition
MM Packaging, secondary packaging specialist to the pharmaceutical sector, has secured Triple A certification from the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP).
The firm said this means...
Sky to launch £1.5 million ’21st century milkman’ service
SKY is set to launch a £1.5 million scheme that aims to 'transform' the world’s reliance on single-use plastic.
The Loop service, in partnership with...
Recycling tech utilised for ‘unprecedented’ traceability of water bottles
RECYCLING technology specialist Polytag has revealed it will apply both unique-every-time QR codes and UV tags to Co-op own-label PET two-litre spring water bottles.
Described...
UK universities convert plastic waste into clean fuel
A trio of UK universities have collaborated with academic institutes in China and Saudi Arabia to develop a method of converting plastic waste into...
Coca-Cola trials removing labels from Sprite on-the-go bottles
LABELS are to be temporarily removed from Sprite on-the-go bottles as part of Coca-Cola's trial of 'label-less' packaging.
The pilot will see labels on single...
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...
