APEAL welcomes European Parliament vote on stricter recyclability measures in PPWR

APEAL (the Association of European Producers of Steel for Packaging) has welcomed the European Parliament plenary vote in favour of stricter recyclability measures inside...

Dairy cooperative announces transition to clear milk caps

DAIRY cooperative Arla will transition to clear milk caps from this month. The firm's coloured milk caps are recyclable, but currently the coloured caps cannot...

Soft plastics to be turned into plywood-alternative as Fife facility opens

SOFT plastics are set to be collected in Fife to be turned into Ecosheet, as Scotland's first plant to recycle flexible plastic and film...
Skincare stick applicator

More sustainable stick applicator supports sports brand’s carbon commitments

AMCOR has produced a skincare stick applicator for sports brand Decathlon, using recycled plastic sourced from Amcor’s proprietary CleanStream technology. With 87% rPP, each applicator...

Environmental organisation hails Arsenal Football Club’s cup record

FRIENDS of the Earth has urged sports stadiums and venues across the UK to introduce returnable cup and plastic recycling schemes, following Arsenal Football...

Scotland’s deposit return scheme to include glass pending consultation period

THE Scottish Government has opened a consultation period lasting until 10 December 2019 on the country's deposit return scheme (DRS)
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Stora Enso launches Beyond Board to advise on packaging sustainability

STORA Enso has launched its Beyond Board Packaging Services to help customers make informed decisions as they navigate the demands laid out by packaging...

ITEM Products unveils new Eco-Range

ITEM Products has unveiled its new Eco-Range - a collection of paper-based, fully recyclable packaging components that are said to deliver the strength, performance...
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How packaging and print finishing businesses are approaching sustainability

This article contains paid-for content created in collaboration with AfterPrint Ltd SUSTAINABILITY is now a routine consideration for many packaging businesses, influencing decisions across materials, production...
The RePapaPac bag has secured partnerships including Marks & Spencer and Morrisons

Packaging exhibition proves green credentials with recyclable visitor bags

PACKAGING Innovations & Empack has chosen the RePapaPac bag, made by EP Group, as its official visitor bag for the 2025 event, which returns to...