LC Packaging outlines strong progress in sustainability journey
LC Packaging has announced the release of its 2024 Sustainability Update, which highlights progress the business has made in its environmental and social responsibility...
The Wine Society launches permanent range of rPET bottles
FOLLOWING the trial of a range of recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET) bottles, The Wine Society has launched four permanent listings in Packamama eco-flat bottles...
Pupils make puppets from plastic bottles recovered from the River Clyde
PRIMARY school pupils from across Inverclyde have made puppets crafted from 3D-printed parts made using plastic bottles collected from the River Clyde.
The initiative came...
Coca-Cola European Partners invests in recycling start-up
COCA-COLA European Partners (CCEP) has taken what it described as an important step on its journey towards 100% rPET for its plastic bottles by...
Iceland launches vacuum packs for beef and pork mince
ICELAND Foods is to introduce vacuum packaging across its full range of beef and pork mince products in a bid to increase shelf-life and...
KP Snacks pop plastic on low-calorie line
KP Snacks has unveiled a new modern pack design for its Popchips range, which will also bring a reduction in the amount of plastic...
Fenton Packaging Solutions earns sustainability recognition
FENTON Packaging Solutions has been awarded a Bronze medal for sustainability by EcoVadis.
Chris Warren, managing partner of Leeds-based Fenton, explained that sustainability is 'at...
Edinburgh start-up firm receives grant for sustainable packaging data system
AN Edinburgh-based start-up firm developing a global open data standard for reusable packaging has been awarded a grant by the UK Government's modern industrial...
Mondi launches high-barrier paper bag for humidity-sensitive products
MONDI is launching a high-performance paper bag designed to protect humidity-sensitive goods, while reducing plastic content.
The firm's re/cycle PaperPlus Bag Advanced solution aims to...
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...
