UK Government considers ban on oxo-degradable plastics
A ban on oxo-degradable plastics may be introduced by the UK Government, following a public consultation.
Oxo-degradable plastics are conventional polymers with added chemicals, which...
Family-owned firm to provide ‘unique’ end-to-end Highland recycling service
WYLLIE Recycling has secured a Highland Council contract for the provision of mixed plastic and metal container recycling services and haulage in the region.
The local...
Asda continues well done own brand packaging shift
ASDA has introduced 100% recyclable packaging for its range of Aberdeen Angus steaks
Leading bodies back calls urging exclusion of glass in Deposit Return Scheme
BRITISH Glass has released an open letter raising its concerns over the potential inclusion of glass in the impending Scottish Deposit Return Scheme (DRS), which will see a refundable 20p deposit imposed on plastic bottles, cans and potentially glass bottles
Development of ReZorce continues with backing of key players
REFRESCO, the world's largest independent packer and filler of juice, has given its backing to ReZorce as a new partnership resumes development on the...
Smurfit Kappa named as early adopter of TNFD recommendations
SMURFIT Kappa Group has announced it is one of the first companies to adopt the recommendations of the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD).
The...
Macpac steps up sustainability focus
PACKAGING manufacturer Macpac has announced the launch of a campaign delivering a personal and key sustainability message to customers.
The customised newsletters will explore the...
Bespoke packaging solution created for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
A bespoke packaging solution has been created to commemorate the launch of the video game Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.
Creator of the game, Square Enix, tasked...
Walkers to trial paper crisp packaging in Tesco stores
WALKERS has partnered with Tesco to trial paper-based outer packaging on multipacks of its Baked range of crisps.
PepsiCo, owner of Walkers, said the trial...
Food experts discuss sustainable packaging at business breakfast
OVER 120 food industry professionals have met to discuss the future of plastics at a packaging event held by Roythornes Solicitors in Peterborough.
Biodegradable and...




















