Iceland launches paperboard packaging for its Pink Lady apples
ICELAND has launched plastic-free packaging for its Pink Lady apples, in what it says is a UK supermarket first.
The new paperboard packaging will replace...
New study finds support for compostable packaging
A new poll has highlighted strong support amongst UK consumers for compostable packaging.
The Populus study found that 85% of respondents believe more compostable packaging...
‘Breakthrough’ tech aids lightweighting without sacrificing bottle performance
BEVERAGE solutions provider Refresco is said to be reaping the benefits after investing in Sidel’s EvoBLOW Laser technology.
The innovation has been in operation at...
Bulk sales testing helps advance Mars Pet Nutrition’s sustainable packaging journey
MARS Pet Nutrition has announced it is continuing to redesign its product packaging in Europe with brands SHEBA, WHISKAS, PERFECT FIT and CATSAN, in...
Amcor recognised with prestigious award for recycle-ready coffee packaging
AMCOR has been recognised at the 35th Packaging Innovation Awards (PIA) for its AmPrima Plus solution for coffee.
Sponsored by Dow, the award recognises excellence...
Cans: the unsung hero of the sustainable economy?
Marcel Arsand, chairman of The Can Makers, tells Packaging Scotland about the benefits of permanently available cans
PACKAGING has a key role to play in...
Bellshill recycling plant bags Waitrose contract
A Bellshill recycling plant is to reprocess soft plastic recycled by Waitrose customers at the supermarket's 295 stores across the UK.
It comes after Newcastle-headquartered Impact...
SIG Terra portfolio sees 15% sales growth in 2024
SIG has announced a 15% increase in sales for SIG Terra packaging materials for aseptic cartons in 2024.
The growth is well above the 6%...
Beauty firm benefits from transit packaging sustainability gains
ANTALIS Packaging has revealed how it helped a beauty company switch to entirely paper-based packaging for the distribution of its haircare products in the...
UK fishing industry to trial biodegradable packaging
FISHING firms will be encouraged to trial new biodegradable packaging for chilled goods, as part of a new £24 million UK Government investment.
It comes...
