Exchange for Change

DRS on-pack logo unveiled

EXCHANGE for Change, the organisation appointed to design and deliver the UK's deposit return scheme (DRS), has published the approved regulatory requirements for the...
Aerial drone footage of Glass Futures

Glass Futures joins ResponsibleGlass to help drive sustainable practices

GLASS Futures has been confirmed as the latest organisation to join ResponsibleGlass, the coalition working to accelerate low‑carbon, transparent, and responsible practices across the...
Electric food waste vehicle

Scottish recycling specialist invests in EV food waste truck

KEENAN Recycling, a food waste collection specialist, has unveiled what is being called Scotland’s first OEM (original equipment manufacturer) electric food waste collection vehicle. Keenan,...

Build of Pulpex’s new Glasgow facility reaches major milestone

PULPEX'S build of a new 87,000 manufacturing facility near Glasgow Airport is progressing with work complete on the steel frame. The Glasgow site represents a...
Bottling production line

‘Breakthrough’ tech aids lightweighting without sacrificing bottle performance

BEVERAGE solutions provider Refresco is said to be reaping the benefits after investing in Sidel’s EvoBLOW Laser technology. The innovation has been in operation at...
UV-tagged packaging labels

Collaboration delivers UV-tagged packaging labels

POLYTAG, Saica Flex, and Paragon are teaming up to deliver UV-tagged packaging labels to provide brands with real-time, actionable environmental data. The collaboration combines Polytag’s...
Vincicoat PLUS cartonboard packaging example

RDM Group unveils latest recycled cartonboard innovation

RDM Group has launched Vincicoat PLUS (V+), a new generation of coated recycled cartonboard. The firm explained that recycled cartonboard is typically perceived to be...
Debate on Scotland's deposit return scheme

‘Cutting-edge’ portable reverse vending machine exhibited for first time in Scotland

A portable reverse vending machine (RVM) was exhibited to Scottish politicians, grocery retailers, and drinks companies during a recent debate on the nation's impending...
Supermarket products

Research reveals PCR plastic use in packaging is a hit with consumers

NEW research has revealed the vast majority of European consumers are aware that some typical supermarket products feature recycled plastic in their packaging. Amcor has...
Electric wheel loader

Heidelberg Materials bags sustainable equipment solution for packed products site

VOLVO Construction Equipment’s L120 Electric wheel loader is making its UK debut at Heidelberg Materials UK’s Nuneaton Packed Products site. The move is part of...