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...
Scottish Government backs review calling for cap on future incineration infrastructure
AN independent review of the role of incineration in Scotland has recommended a cap on future incineration capacity.
The report, authored by waste sector expert...
Polystyrene recycling trial to resume in Aberdeenshire
A polystyrene recycling trial at three household recycling centres in Aberdeenshire is to resume later this month, the area's council has confirmed.
The initiative was...
Saica Flex to showcase sustainable offering at Packaging Innovations & Empack
SAICA Flex is gearing up to showcase its recyclable materials and sustainable packaging solutions at Packaging Innovations & Empack.
The company, which is part of...
Starbucks unveils ‘most exciting’ iteration of its takeaway cup yet
STARBUCKS has launched what it says is the 'most exciting' iteration of its iconic white cup yet in Europe.
An 'extensive' R&D effort and 'significant'...
Compostable films specialist expands production capacity
FUTAMURA, a supplier of cellulose films, casings and non-wovens, has announced it is making a 'significant' investment in a new production line at its...
PPWR: bottlenecks and creative solutions
David Griffin, VP global sales and products at Selig Group, discusses the bottlenecks, shifting sustainable packaging strategies, redesign challenges, and liner innovations that are...
RPC bpi protec launches “game changer” recyclable film
FLEXIBLE packaging manufacturer RPC bpi protec has developed a new film it is touting as a “game changer” for the sector.
The company claims its...
Aldi moves own-brand porridge pots to cardboard packaging
ALDI is to move its own-brand porridge pots to cardboard packaging in a bid to further reduce plastic waste.
The supermarket said that the move...
New fund launches to support ‘pioneering’ paper cup recycling projects
THE National Cup Recycling Scheme has announced plans for a £45,000 project fund to support 'pioneering' projects that capture and recycle on-the-go paper cups...
