Entries open for RECOUP Awards 2024
RECOUP has announced that entries are now open for the RECOUP Awards 2024, which recognise achievements in plastics resource efficiency and recycling.
The awards aim...
New ‘luxury’ textile bag made from recycled bottles to launch
A new 'luxury' textile bag made from recycled plastic bottles is set to be launched by The Spearhead Group.
The bag is made by a...
Argyll innovator’s new sustainable bag set to aid multiple sectors globally
A project is nearing completion in Argyll to bring a new alternative to the single-use polypropylene bulk builders’ bag to global markets.
The project has...
Vegware adds colour with Hula cups
EDINBURGH-based compostable packaging specialist Vegware has introduced a new range of paper cups for cold drinks in party colours.
The Hula cups can also be...
Study finds less people avoiding single-use plastics since onset of Covid-19
NEW research has revealed that the amount of consumers avoiding single-use plastics has dipped since the onset of Covid-19.
It comes following Aviva's latest instalment...
Closures specialist unveils ‘greener’ screw cap solution
AMCOR Capsules has announced it has improved the sustainability performance of its STELVIN aluminium screw cap range by reducing its carbon footprint by up...
Co-op calls on government to introduce 50p plastic bag fee
THE Co-op is to remove plastic bags for life from sale in all of its stores and has made a number of recommendations to...
The grass is half full for paper manufacturer
A German packaging manufacturer has launched a new paper made of grass fibres as it increases its focus on sustainability.
Storopack’s new PAPERplus Grass consists...
Scottish trial shows small financial incentive can drive surge in recycling
A trial involving Scottish-based students has revealed a surge in recycling following the introduction of a small financial incentive.
Students from across the Motherwell, Coatbridge...
RECOUP expands lab capabilities with new microplastic analysis service
RECOUP has announced an expansion of its in-house laboratory through improvements to its microplastic analysis capabilities.
The organisation said it marks an 'important development' in...
