From complex to kerbside – pushing packaging circularity forwards
Thomas Stevenson, UK & Ireland business development manager at Korozo Group, says the packaging sustainability ‘revolution’ remains far from over
AS the global packaging industry...
Packaging firm outlines plans to invest in sustainable solutions
SOUTHGATEÂ has announced it is investing in developing a range of new, eco-friendly packaging solutions.
Over the past year, the company has launched several new sustainable...
Paperboard specialist secures Platinum EcoVadis rating
METSA Board has again been awarded the Platinum level rating by EcoVadis for the company’s sustainability and corporate social responsibility.
Having improved the score to...
Housebuilder adopts pallet collection service across all sites
THE Pallet LOOP has revealed that Barratt Redrow is rolling out LOOP's pallet collection service across all of its housebuilding sites.
The move comes as...
Companies share thoughts on plastic packaging tax
PLASTIC packaging manufactured in, or imported into, the UK containing less than 30% recycled plastic will be subject to a tax of £200 per...
Sainsbury’s moves lamb mince range to vacuum packs
SAINSBURY'S has announced that it is switching its entire fresh lamb mince range from plastic tray packaging to a vacuum-packed alternative.
The supermarket said the...
Supermarkets to trial easier to recycle Uncle Ben’s packs
SUPERMARKETS are set to pilot a new easier to recycle Uncle Ben's rice pouch created through a partnership between Amcor and Mars Food.
Mars Food...
Pro Carton champions use of fibre-based packaging this Recycle Week
PRO Carton is marking the upcoming Recycle Week by highlighting the 'vital' role of fibre-based packaging in creating a more sustainable UK.
With the world...
Saica keen to Flex new efficient offering
SAICA Flex, a division of Saica Group, has told Packaging Scotland that ensuring efficiency for customers is at the forefront of the firm’s move...
Machinery specialist wants ‘paradigm shift’ to help food manufacturers meet sustainability demands
ULMA Packaging UK is calling for a 'paradigm shift' around food packaging machinery to meet an expected 'boom' in demand for sustainable packaging.
The move...
