Recycling efforts and collaboration earn Raben and Reganta 2023 RafCycle Award

UPM Raflatac has crowned Raben and Reganta as the winners of the RafCycle Award at Labelexpo Europe 2023 in Brussels. The award was presented in...

Packaging tax ‘failing to deter use of virgin plastics’

THE UK’s Plastic Packaging Tax has been branded a 'failure' by A Plastic Planet on its first anniversary. The tax came into force on 1...

SEAL of approval for compostable packaging business

TIPA is celebrating after winning the Sustainable Product Award at the 2022 SEAL Business Sustainability Awards. The company was recognised for its solution to global...
Aberdeenshire bins

Launch of new Aberdeenshire recycling bins leads to £2m annual savings

THE rollout of a new recycling bin in Aberdeenshire has led to less waste, cleaner recycling, and 'significant' cost savings, the region's council has...
Drinks can

Research highlights growing awareness of drink cans sustainability benefits

NEW research has revealed over 65% of UK consumers believe cans are the most circular drink packaging format. The study, commissioned by Can Makers UK,...
Daniel Zeichner MP on visit to Xampla

MP visits Xampla to witness plant polymer materials innovation

MP Daniel Zeichner has backed calls to ramp up support for British businesses leading the fight against plastic pollution, during a visit to Xampla's...

Sustainable packaging solution created for fast food

SMURFIT Kappa has revealed it has developed a new sustainable solution for fast food following collaboration with packaging consultant Juozas Baranauskas. The Twin Kraft Grease...
Plastic waste in the ocean

Environmental charity bowled over by label manufacturer’s cricket initiative

A4 Labels has confirmed it will continue its partnership with Portslade Cricket Club, renewing its sponsorship for the 2026 season following a successful first...

Sustainability to be key focus of Jenton’s London Packaging Week offering

JENTON Group has announced plans to present an 'extensive' range of wrapping, packing and heat sealing machines that can boost sustainability at London Packaging...

New jars aim to combine beauty and sustainability

BERRY Bramlage is launching a new range of jars described as allowing cosmetic and beauty products to combine strong shelf appeal and brand image...