SNP stalwart calls for DRS plans to be paused
A prominent SNP MSP has called for Scotland's planned introduction of a Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) to be paused for at least 18 months.
DRS...
New plastic waste initiative offers retailers “peace of mind”
VANDEN Recycling has launched a new initiative to help food packaging producers provide retailers with evidence that plastic waste is being managed responsibly.
Thermoforming companies...
Ball Corporation unveils plans for new facilities in the UK and Russia
BALL Corporation has announced plans to 'significantly' increase its manufacturing capacity with new facilities in the UK and Russia.
The manufacturer of recyclable aluminium beverage...
Tesco suppliers can advertise excess packaging on new marketplace
TESCO suppliers can now cut production costs and reduce waste by selling or donating surplus stock and materials - including packaging - to other...
Bespoke product helps achieve sustainability goals of aluminium effect pigments specialist
FENTON Packaging Solutions has divulged details of its work to help aluminium effect pigments manufacturer Silberline reduce its carbon footprint.
The firm began its cooperation...
Network Rail installs sleepers made from recycled food packaging
NETWORK Rail has successfully laid railway sleepers made from plastic bottles and food packaging in England.
Installed across the Sherrington Viaduct, between Salisbury and Warminster,...
New report tips global secondary packaging market to hit $300 billion by 2030
THE global market for secondary and protective packaging is projected to reach $300.7 billion by 2030, according to a new report.
Demand will be driven...
Collaboration helps create new sustainable truffles carton
QUALVIS Packaging and Sun Chemical have collaborated to develop a sustainable chocolate truffle carton for Whittakers.
The development has allowed the chocolate manufacturer to transform...
Best in class: disposable wooden cutlery dispensers pass college test
CARDIFF & Vale College (Coleg Caerdydd a’r Fro) has reported success in using Celebration Packaging’s zero-touch disposable wooden cutlery dispensers.
The products are designed to...
Princes to package tuna in fully recyclable packs
PRINCES has announced that it is to move its tuna multipacks into fully recyclable packaging.
The move forms part of the group's goal of all...
