Fibre-based composite pEPR fees ‘may have been significantly overcharged’
NEW analysis published by compliance scheme Beyondly has found producers of fibre-based composite (FBC) packaging like liquid cartons, sandwich wrappers and ready meal containers...
‘Breakthrough’ innovation tipped to transform mechanical recycling of flexible films
SUSTAINABILITY tech specialist Nextek and flexible packaging business Coveris have teamed up to boost the mechanical recycling of flexible films with a 'breakthrough' innovation...
Council raises concerns over deposit return scheme
ARGYLL and Bute Council has called on the Scottish Government to take 'urgent' action to address concerns regarding the introduction of its deposit return...
Metsä Board maintains Platinum level Ecovadis rating
FRESH fibre paperboard producer Metsä Board has announced it has again achieved the highest Platinum level in EcoVadis’ sustainability assessment with a record score.
The company...
2M Group of Companies seals landmark deal to supply Morro Coating to Huhtamaki
HUHTAMAKI and 2M Group of Companies have announced the first ever multi-year supply deal to deploy Xampla’s plastic-free Morro Coating polymer to replace traditional...
DS Smith appoints new UK recycling MD
DS Smith has appointed Andy Berrisford to the role of UK managing director for recycling.
He will be tasked with helping customers to reduce waste...
The importance of educating kids on compostables
By Daphna Nissenbaum, CEO and co-founder of TIPA
In 2018, when Briton Dee Caffari skippered her Volvo Ocean Race crew through the Atlantic, the team...
SIG marks major sales growth in alu-layer-free aseptic cartons
SIG has announced a 24% rise in sales last year for its alu-layer-free aseptic cartons.
The firm said the milestone marks another leap forward in...
Paperboard specialist helps iconic chocolate manufacturer secure PEFC certification
BELGIAN chocolate maker Guylian has turned to Metsä Board for help in defining the steps required to be able to display PEFC forest management...
Papermaker wins international award for Bruichladdich sustainable outer wrap
PAPERMAKERÂ James Cropper has won an international award for its work with Islay single malt Scotch whisky brand, Bruichladdich.
The ‘Packaging Design’ accolade was presented at...
