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Scotch whisky cream liqueur brand in reusable flask doubles national distribution with Co-op

A Scotch whisky cream liqueur brand, contained in a unique reusable stainless steel flask, has doubled its national distribution with Co-op in Scotland. Over 500...
Celebration Packaging survey

Survey highlights consumer confusion around disposal of packaging

A survey by Sapio Research, conducted on behalf of Celebration Packaging, has highlighted the importance of certified recyclable or compostable packaging to consumers. 61% of...
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Beatson Clark helps council keep glass recycling local

YORKSHIRE-based manufacturer Beatson Clark has revealed it is now receiving some of Leeds City Council’s glass from the local authority's first kerbside glass collection...

Waitrose to trial using household recycling materials to make ready meal trays

WAITROSE is to trial a process which it said will ensure its plastic trays used for own-brand ready meals will be made using materials...
Plastic cup

Consultation reveals support for charge on single-use items in Scotland

PROPOSALS to introduce a charge on single-use disposable items, such as cups, have received high levels of support in a recent consultation, the Scottish...
Iceland beef mince

Iceland launches vacuum packs for beef and pork mince

ICELAND Foods is to introduce vacuum packaging across its full range of beef and pork mince products in a bid to increase shelf-life and...
Valpak PackFlow 2023 reports

New reports outline UK packaging material trends

COMPLIANCE specialist Valpak by Reconomy has published its latest update on the quantity of packaging placed on the UK market in 2022. The PackFlow 2023...
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Aldi trials new packaging on fruit and vegetable lines

ALDI is to trial the removal of pulp trays and punnets from the packaging of several of its fruit and vegetable lines. Changes include the...
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Entries open early for Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025

ORGANISERS of the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025 have announced entries are now open. Opening earlier than usual, participants from every part of the plastics...
Malcolm Smith from Konica Minolta UK and Jonathan Tame, MD of Two Sides

Konica Minolta highlights sustainable credentials of UK print sector

KONICA Minolta Business Solutions (UK) has entered a new partnership with not-for-profit print, paper, and paper packaging initiative Two Sides. The firm will work with...