Technology giant announces acquisition of Edinburgh packaging firm
TECHNOLOGY giant HP - best known for its computers - has announced the acquisition of Edinburgh-based Choose Packaging for an undisclosed amount.
The packaging development...
Mars Food to use recyclable mono-polypropylene plastic
MARS Food has announced it is to use recyclable mono-polypropylene plastic (PP), in a move which it says is a first for microwavable rice...
Film manufacturer improves EcoVadis score
FILM manufacturer SÜDPACK has improved its EcoVadis score in its latest audit.
The business scored 85 out of 100 points, placing it among the top...
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)
Transcend Packaging acquires assets of BioStraw
PAPER straw manufacturing specialist Transcend Packaging has announced the acquisition of Leeds-based BioStraw Ltd’s assets.
Known for biodegradable paper straw manufacturing, BioStraw will transfer its...
Dog waste bag innovator looks to scoop up Scottish packaging partner
AN Edinburgh innovator behind an eco-friendly dog waste bag, which has already gained the support of Sir Richard Branson, is hoping the Scottish packaging...
Scottish space firm launches merchandise in sustainable packaging
THE firm behind Scotland's first commercial rocket launch has unveiled merchandise packed in eco-friendly packaging.
Edinburgh-headquartered Skyrora said that profits from sales will go towards...
Sustainable and luxury packs – that’s the spirit!
Premium spirits packaging can incorporate many sustainable benefits – but that is not a new phenomenon, explains Tan Mahal, creative designer at Pollard Boxes
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Compostable trays set ‘benchmark’ for sustainability
COMPOSTABLE packaging specialist TIPA has launched a new recyclable tray crafted from waste product of rice.
The trays can be disposed of in compost bins...
DS Smith provides plastic-free packaging solution for boiler provider
DS Smith has developed a plastic-free packaging solution for a gas boiler from Bosch Home Comfort Group.
Whilst previous packaging solutions have required two EPS...
