Trade body warns ‘latte levy’ will disproportionally impact lower-income consumers
A trade body has warned that there is 'inadequate' evidence to show that the Scottish Government's proposed tax on single-use cups will meet the...
‘Versatile’ sauce bottle closure boasts green credentials
BERRY Global has introduced a new closure for sauces, described as a lightweight and recyclable solution that doesn't compromise on strength or durability.
The closure...
Mono-material plastic pack offers fresh solution for cheese
MONDI has worked with Skånemejerier to create a mono-material polypropylene (PP) based packaging for, among others, ICA’s Hushållsost cheese.
The new packaging comprises a mono-material...
PRS Europe 2025 conference programme outlined
ORGANISERS of the Plastics Recycling Show Europe (PRS Europe) have published the outline conference programme for the event, which returns to the RAI Amsterdam...
Navigating the world of sustainable packaging
By Winfried Muehling, director of marketing and communications, Pro Carton
THE UK witnesses an impressive 70% collection and recycling rate for paper and cartonboard materials...
M&S launches new recyclable tomato packaging
MARKS & Spencer has announced the launch of recyclable packaging for its British Collection vine tomatoes.
The recyclable cardboard packs feature a 'small amount' of...
BPF unveils updated version of packaging design tool
THE British Plastics Federation (BPF) has launched the latest edition of its packaging design tool PackScore.
Unveiled at Packaging Innovations, PackScore is designed to be...
PCR bottles support ethical cleaning company’s sustainability goals
BERRY Global has created a range of reusable bottles made entirely from post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic for UK ethical cleaning firm The Bio-D Company.
The...
‘Game-changing’ development hailed in search for sustainable coffee capsules
BERRY Global has announced a 'game-changing' development in the coffee capsule market with the launch of a capsule made from renewable sources that do...
Papermaker celebrates consecutive sustainability award wins
JAMES Cropper has again won the Sustainable Innovation Award at Paris Packaging Week for its work with champagne house Maison Perrier-Jouët.
Securing its second consecutive...
