Vodka giant launches Absolut paper bottle
ABSOLUT Vodka has released a prototype part-paper bottle as it continues its sustainability pledge.
The firm said the prototype, rolled out initially in the UK...
The importance of responsible claims on sustainability
By Jane Bevis, executive chair, OPRL LTD
AS we look forward to the delayed COP26 in Glasgow this November, and backwards to the cause of...
No shrinking from poultry challenges
DESCRIBED as an ‘industry first’, Yorkshire Packaging Systems (YPS) has launched a widely recyclable solution for the whole bird market in conjunction with shrink...
Our ‘vision’ for a more sustainable future
By Dr Russell Sion, Jenton Dimaco – part of The Jenton Group
SUSTAINABILITY is one of the most important issues concerning food producers in the...
Changing consumer shopping habits is no excuse to overlook packaging sustainability
Wouter van Tol, head of government, community affairs and sustainability at DS Smith, tells Packaging Scotland how firms can maintain packaging sustainability aspirations while...
Smurfit Kappa adds new options for online drinks market
SMURFIT Kappa has announced the introduction of a new range of eBottle packaging solutions for the online beverage and liquids market.
The new portfolio includes...
Polystyrene recycling trial to resume in Aberdeenshire
A polystyrene recycling trial at three household recycling centres in Aberdeenshire is to resume later this month, the area's council has confirmed.
The initiative was...
Compostable packaging rides to the rescue for cycling wear specialist
CYCLING wear specialist Santini has chosen TIPA’s compostable packaging to wrap its technical cycling wear.
The company has consistently chosen fabric from suppliers in its local area, such as Sitip and Carvico, both based in Bergamo in...
New multi-pack solution helps brands get to grips with sustainable demands
VPK Group has launched a corrugated alternative to shrink wrap for the multi-packing of a wide range of bottles called ECOGRIP.
The product has been designed...
Research reveals French consumer support for compostable packaging
NEW research has revealed the backing of French consumers for compostable packaging as the circular economy law enters its final stage.
The European Commission is soon...
