New PM urged to refine pEPR framework to avoid stifling investment in innovation
THE Alliance for Fibre-Based Packaging has urged new UK prime minister Andy Burnham and the incoming nature and circular economy minister to remove the...
Startup ‘pioneers’ honoured for packaging sustainability innovations
FIVE 'groundbreaking' fledgling businesses have been recognised for their contributions to sustainable solutions at the 2025 Packaging Startup Awards.
The awards, organised by ThePackHub and...
Pancake Day plastic packaging takes a battering at Sainsbury’s
SAINSBURY'S has announced that it has reduced plastic packaging in its Pancake Day range by 86%.
It comes as the supermarket introduces new widely-recycled pancake...
New packaging machines tipped to enable retailers to reduce plastic
XACT has launched two new packaging solutions designed to help retailers reduce the amount of plastic packaging they use for fresh produce.
The Rev Elephant...
Research shows importance of transparency in establishing sustainability credibility
A survey conducted by Smurfit Kappa, in partnership with the Financial Times, has highlighted the importance of sustainability in the strategy and planning of...
Major retailers sign up to Glasgow’s recyclable cup scheme
A host of big name Glasgow retailers have teamed up with Keep Scotland Beautiful to launch its recyclable cup scheme in the city.
The #TakeitBack...
Sainsbury’s to recycle polypropylene film in new trial
SAINSBURY'S has announced the launch of a new recycling system which will allow customers to recycle polypropylene film in selected stores.
Polypropylene is found in...
Natural packaging material tipped for food sector growth
FIBREPAK, which is described as a natural packaging material that uses thermoformed wet pulp, has been tipped to make a big impact in the...
New DRS administrator established for Scotland
A new deposit return scheme (DRS) administrator for Scotland has been established with the aim of operating the initiative, which is due to come...
Primary school’s recycling video proves to be a success on social media
A Scottish primary school’s video highlighting the importance of recycling has racked up almost 20,000 views on social media.
Titled ‘Stow Primary explain why there...
