Rest of the UK’s deposit return scheme to go live in 2025

THE UK Government's deposit return scheme (DRS) is set to be introduced in October 2025, Westminster has announced. New plans, which will cover England, Wales...
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Consumers call for circular solutions this EU Green Week

By Winfried Muehling, marketing & communications director, Pro Carton EU Green Week 2025 arrives at a crucial time for Europe's environmental and economic future. With...

Food packaging specialist appoints first ESG manager

COLPAC has appointed Talia Goldman as the company's first Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) manager. The food packaging specialist said Talia will focus all areas...
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Recyclable cups hit the right note with music festival fans

A recyclable festival cup, which was introduced one year ago to help meet circular event goals in Denmark, has been hailed a success. At Smukfest...
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How packaging and print finishing businesses are approaching sustainability

This article contains paid-for content created in collaboration with AfterPrint Ltd SUSTAINABILITY is now a routine consideration for many packaging businesses, influencing decisions across materials, production...

Revolutionising packaging: exploring sustainable and innovative solutions

By Felicity Kelly, head of sustainability at Bunzl Australia & New Zealand With the increasing calls for sustainability, every industry faces the imperative to adapt...

Unilever unveils new recycled plastic Magnum tubs

UNILEVER has announced that by the end of 2020 all Magnum ice cream tubs in Europe will be made from recycled polypropylene plastic (rPP). Last...

Tesco plucks plastic trays from whole chicken packaging

TESCO has announced that from next year it will stop using plastic trays to pack its fresh, whole chickens. The supermarket will remove the tray...
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Brands must embrace sustainable packaging

RETAILERS and brands in Scotland must embrace consumer enthusiasm for environment-friendly packaging to win spend and loyalty, according to Tony Hitchin

Aseptic carton producer to sponsor FSC general assembly

SIG has announced it will be the exclusive top sponsor (Green Sponsor) for the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) general assembly in Bali, Indonesia, in...