Manufacturer increases recycling capacity with new line
CHASE Plastics, a UK manufacturer of recycled polyethylene raw materials (rPE), has announced 'significant' business growth after growing turnover by 72% in 2021.
The company...
FPA warns of ‘widespread disregard’ for single-use plastic legislation
THE Foodservice Packaging Association (FPA) has called for stronger enforcement on 'loopholes and breaches' of single-use plastic (SUP) bans.
The organisation said 'widespread disregard' for...
The Can Makers launches online hub to provide ‘clarity’ on sustainability
THE Can Makers has launched a new website portal dedicated to sustainability.
The UK trade body for drinks can manufacturers has described the portal as...
Firm develops plastic-free packaging solution for salads
A plastic-free salad packaging solution has been developed by UK-based Sirane after the firm was shortlisted for producing innovative food packaging.
(RE)SET Packaging, a consultancy...
Compostable packaging coalition to launch after securing £1.2m UKRI funding
COMPOSTABLE Coalition UK: Closing the loop for compostable packaging, a 10-partner coalition of industry, academia and infrastructure associations, is set to launch with £1.2...
PRS Europe breaks 10,000-visitor barrier for the first time
ORGANISERS of the Plastics Recycling Show Europe have confirmed a 32% increase in visitor numbers this year.
The exhibition and conference, which is dedicated to...
Packaging solution ticks all the boxes for luxury wine brand
BOXED wine retailer Laylo has teamed up with packaging giant DS Smith to bring a new experience to drinking premium wine at home.
The luxury...
Zero Waste Bag launched for ‘hard to recycle’ materials
TERRACYCLE has announced the launch of a 'first-of-its-kind' solution for hard to recycle rubbish.
The Zero Waste Bag is designed to offer consumers a 'simple...
Digitally printed ‘eco’ gift cards launched
TRANSCEND Packaging and sustainable gift card brand Green Gift Cards, from Jellyfish Livewire, have teamed up with Iggesund and HP to launch a range...
Manchester City unveils QR code recycling system
MANCHESTER City is to launch a new scheme at the upcoming Manchester derby which will reward fans for recycling plastic bottles at games.
Rolled out...
