Scottish Government unveils new legislation to tackle throwaway culture

THE Scottish Government has unveiled new legislation which it said will create the tools to tackle waste and increase reuse and recycling rates. The circular...

BPF unveils new net zero resource to help companies meet carbon targets

THE British Plastics Federation (BPF) is set to help firms reduce their carbon footprint by launching a new net zero briefing, outlining what steps...
James Cropper tops and bases

‘Industry first’ fibre tops and bases offer sustainable solution for champagne and whisky brands

JAMES Cropper has announced the launch of its latest sustainable solution for the drinks industry – tops and bases for inner bottle packaging made...

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...
Cans in production

WERIT cuts material use as packaging tax pressures rise

INDUSTRIAL packaging manufacturer WERIT UK has revealed how it is reducing plastic use across its product range through engineering-led design. In response to the UK’s...

Drying process innovation boosts paper mill’s green credentials

SMURFIT Kappa has announced that its Townsend Hook paper mill in the UK has introduced a new drying process innovation designed to reduce energy...
MetsäBoard Prime FBB EB

Antalis offers ‘recyclable and compostable’ barrier board for fresh food packaging

ANTALIS has announced it is offering MetsäBoard Prime FBB EB, a recyclable and compostable barrier board for fresh food packaging. The lightweight dispersion barrier coated...

Making the packaging world go round

By Christopher Morgan, global sales director, Filtrona Tapes IN an era of environmentally-aware consumers, the demands on packaging manufacturers have never been greater. In a recent...

Glasgow Airport launches reverse vending machine trial

TWO reverse vending machines have been installed at Glasgow Airport as part of a pilot project to encourage staff and passengers to recycle more...

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...