Labels have the power to promote circularity
Andrea Irazabal, sustainability manager at UPM Raflatac, discusses how Scottish brand owners can integrate sustainability into the packaging identity
MATERIAL evaluation is key for any...
Winners of the Smart Sustainable Plastic Packaging challenge announced
THE UK Government has announced the winners of the Smart Sustainable Plastic Packaging (SSPP) challenge.
The initiative awards funding to early-stage projects that could turn...
Pallet pooler launches recovery campaign
WOODEN pallets provider IPP has launched a campaign to raise awareness around the value of pallet recovery.
Any pallet that is lost from IPP’s pool...
Macfarlane Packaging launches ninth annual unboxing survey
MACFARLANE Packaging has launched its ninth annual unboxing survey, with this year's survey focusing on the sustainability of packaging.
The surveys encourage consumers to unpack...
UPM Raflatac achieves ‘industry first’ RecyClass recognition in PE films
UPM Raflatac has announced it has received RecyClass recognition for PE Films with its multi-purpose UV acrylic adhesive technology.
This makes the business the first...
Cullen’s Fibre Bottle nominated for prestigious award
CULLEN Eco Friendly Packaging has been nominated for the prestigious Earthshot Prize for its innovative Fibre Bottle solution.
The Earthshot Prize sets out five universal...
Coffee pods to be included in East Ayrshire’s kerbside recycling
COFFEE pods are to be included in East Ayrshire Council's household recycling service in what the local authority said is a first for Scotland.
The...
Dairy-free cream cheese specialist opts for recyclable cups with snap-on lids
NUSH Foods has relaunched its dairy-free cream cheese – made from almond milk – in recyclable cups with snap-on lids, made by Greiner Packaging.
The...
Food-grade film helps businesses to reduce waste
SEALED Air has developed what the firm described as the world’s first food-grade soft plastic film containing Certified Circular Resins (CCR).
The new CRYOVAC Brand...
France EPR legislation ‘catching UK businesses unawares’
ENVIRONMENTAL compliance specialist Valpak has claimed that UK businesses are being caught out by the latest French EPR legislation.
France operates extended producer responsibility (EPR)...
