‘Pioneering’ trials to begin on lightweighting glass bottles
TRIALS are set to start aimed at increasing the strength and thereby reducing the weight of glass bottles.
Three major players in the sector are...
Tetra Pak sets net zero emissions target
TETRA Pak has outlined its sustainability commitment by setting an ambition for net zero emissions across the value chain by 2050, supporting this with...
Amcor launches ‘recycle-ready’ pouches for bulk foodservice products
AMCOR has announced the European launch of Liquiflex® AmPrima® pouches for bulk foodservice products.
The mono-material innovation offers brands flexible packaging that is designed to...
Major brands call on joined up global approach to plastic pollution
SOME of the world's largest brands have called for the creation of an international pact to address plastic pollution at the resumed session of...
Fenton earns gold status in EcoVadis assessment
FENTON Packaging Solutions has been awarded a Gold medal for sustainability by EcoVadis, just 12 months after achieving a Bronze rating.
The award puts Fenton...
Cider brand unveils rPET bottles and removes plastic ring carriers from cans
ASTON Manor Cider has revealed it has launched 100% recycled PET bottles across its entire Frosty Jack’s and Crumpton Oaks ranges.
The brand has also...
Vaping industry launches green action plan amid increasing scrutiny
THE UK Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA) has published a green action plan following increased scrutiny regarding the environmental impact of the devices.
Input from the...
New College Lanarkshire to trial reverse vending machines ahead of DRS launch
STUDENTS at New College Lanarkshire are to trial reverse vending machines ahead of Scotland's impending deposit return scheme (DRS).
The trial - at the Motherwell,...
Conference agenda announced for Plastics Recycling Show Europe 2026
THE outline conference programme for the Plastics Recycling Show Europe has been published ahead of the event’s return to the RAI Amsterdam on 5-6...
Deliveroo makes £2.5m investment in packaging
DELIVEROO has launched a new £2.5 million packaging fund to subsidise the cost all environmentally friendly packaging items from its packaging store.
The scheme will...
