Packaging with a twist: new solution launched for confectionery
COVERIS has launched a new paper alternative for confectionery packaging.
MonoFlexFibre Pure Twist is designed to replace less sustainable alternatives commonly used for twist-wrapped products...
Steel packaging exceeds recycling target with new calculation methodology
APEAL, the Association of European Producers of Steel for Packaging, has announced that independently verified figures show that steel packaging has already met its...
Heriot-Watt University creates lateral flow tests using waste plastics
ACADEMICS at Heriot-Watt University have used discarded chewing gum and other waste plastics to produce prototype lateral flow tests.
The aim is to cut medical...
Valpak partners with recycling rewards app
A collaboration between Valpak and the Bower recycling rewards app is hoped to drive recycling and brand benefits.
The award-winning Bower app educates and rewards...
New partnership brings advanced recycling technology to the UK
GREENBACK Recycling Technologies has announced a 'UK-first' deployment of its Enval recycling module at packaging giant Amcor’s facility in Heanor, Derbyshire, where it will...
Morrisons backs coffee pod return scheme
MORRISONS has struck a partnership with Podback to allow customers a way of recycling coffee pods.
The supermarket will offer free Podback Collect+ recycling bags...
Shortlisted finalists revealed for Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2026
THE finalists have been announced for this year's Plastics Recycling Awards Europe.
The winners of all seven categories will be revealed on 6 May at...
Scottish Government backs consultation on ban of disposable vapes
THE Scottish Government has backed a new consultation by the UK Government on plans to crack down on youth vaping.
The consultation is open to...
Wafer packaging solution brings bucketloads of benefits
A change of format for family-size packs of ice cream wafers from standard printed carton boxes to plastic buckets is said to be delivering...
Steel packaging achieves record EU recycling rate
STEEL for Packaging Europe is celebrating confirmation of the highest ever EU recycling rate for steel packaging.
Independently verified and calculated using the EU’s harmonised...
