London store introduces plastic-free zones
A London supermarket has introduced dedicated plastic-free zones.
The Thornton’s Budgens store in Camden’s Belsize Park said it has assembled an offering of more than 1,700 plastic-free...
Systems provider launches online sustainability resource
AUTOMATED Packaging Systems has announced the launch of an online sustainability hub to help customers become more environmentally aware.
Visitors can access information around the benefits...
Food manufacturers urged to consider alternatives to plastic
THE responsibility to reduce single-use plastics should lie with food manufacturers.
That's the view of Miguel Campos, export sales manager at Advanta Packaging. Responding to...
Pro Carton takes five
PRO Carton, the European association of carton and cartonboard manufacturers, has launched an update to the ‘3 Rs of Recycling’ waste hierarchy.
The organisation said...
New plastic waste initiative offers retailers “peace of mind”
VANDEN Recycling has launched a new initiative to help food packaging producers provide retailers with evidence that plastic waste is being managed responsibly.
Thermoforming companies...
UK Government to consult over plastic straw ban
THE UK Government has outlined plans to ban the sale of plastic straws, drinks stirrers and cotton buds.
Environment Secretary Michael Gove has launched a...
Paper bags tipped to contribute to sustainable future
SMURFIT Kappa is marking European Paper Bag Day by helping to distribute 130,000 paper bags across Spain's Navarra region.
The firm's Sangüesa paper mill is...
New partnership gives SMEs access to paper straws
PLASTICO has announced a supply agreement with Transcend Packaging that will offer SME food and drink service companies access to paper straws as an alternative...
Targets for recycled content in food packaging need care
Setting minimum targets for recycled content in food packaging may sound like a good idea, but could lead to overall less efficient use of...
RPC bpi protec launches “game changer” recyclable film
FLEXIBLE packaging manufacturer RPC bpi protec has developed a new film it is touting as a “game changer” for the sector.
The company claims its...
