Sun cream could be making it harder for ocean plastics to break down
A chemical commonly found in sun cream could be making plastics in oceans even harder to break down, according to new research by the...
UK supermarkets to trial ‘first of its type’ recyclable sandwich packs
CONVENIENCE food manufacturer Greencore Group has announced that, in partnership with the Co-op and Sainsbury’s, it will begin trials of an all fibre plastic-free...
Aquapak appoints new sales director to drive Hydropol solution
AQUAPAK Polymers has appointed flexible packaging specialist Dudley Jones as sales director to drive end applications of its Hydropol polymer.
Dudley has over 30 years’...
Sustainable packaging specialist achieves carbon neutrality
WESTBURY Packaging has revealed the business has achieved carbon neutrality through a combination of in-house efficiency measures and supporting external emission reduction projects.
The sustainable packaging...
Sabert introduces recyclable food packaging solution
SABERT Corporation Europe has announced the launch of Tray2Go, a recyclable packaging solution for sushi, other chilled food-to-go, confectionery and bakery products.
The product is...
‘Viable and sustainable’ alternative to traditional paper bags launched
SEAL Packaging has been acquired by experienced industry professionals Kevin Curran, Sally Gabbitas, and Kevin Prosser, as a vehicle to launch new ranges of...
New research highlights consumer confusion over green credentials of materials
NEW research has found that consumers remain confused over which materials are best for the environment.
A survey by Sapio Research, conducted on behalf of Celebration...
UK Packaging PRO to lead packaging recycling scheme
UK Packaging PRO has been appointed by PackUK as the national Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) for the UK’s packaging recycling scheme, Extended Producer Responsibility...
Recyclable paper straw launched for drinks cartons
TRANSCEND Packaging has unveiled a fully-recyclable and biodegradable U-bend paper straw for drinks cartons.
Ribena will be the first UK juice drinks brand to introduce...
Rottneros Packaging prepares to launch new sustainable food trays
THERMOFORMED moulded pulp packaging specialist Rottneros Packaging AB will launch its NATURE range of sustainable food packaging trays at Packaging Innovations & Empack 2025.
The...
