Major brands call on joined up global approach to plastic pollution
SOME of the world's largest brands have called for the creation of an international pact to address plastic pollution at the resumed session of...
Washing up liquid brand turns packaging on its head
FAIRY has announced the launch of its 'most transformative' packaging redesign in years, with the unveiling of Fairy Max Power.
The new upside-down bottle is...
Aldi to move own-brand wipes to plant-based material
ALDI has announced it is to remove single-use plastic from all its own-brand wipes by the summer.
The supermarket will switch the lines to biodegradable 100%...
Machinery manufacturer honoured for sustainability innovation
PACKAGING machinery specialist Hugo Beck is celebrating after receiving the ‘Top 100’ award, which honours the most innovative companies in the German SME sector,...
Coca-Cola’s new attached bottle caps to be produced in East Kilbride
NEW attached bottle caps are to be produced in East Kilbride for use across Coca-Cola's range of soft drinks.
The company said that the new...
New shrink film launched for wraparound labels
INNOVIA Films has announced it is launching RayoWrap CMS, described as a clear BOPP film for shrink, wraparound label applications.
Produced in the firm's UK...
Encouragement over UK plastic packaging waste recycling stats
THE UK is on track this year to record its highest-ever volume of plastic packaging waste recycling.
National Packaging Waste Database figures show the UK...
Sustainable packaging impacts consumer purchasing choices
A new report by fashion retail authority Drapers, in partnership with Smurfit Kappa, has revealed that sustainable packaging is still an important factor in...
Contact Originators confirms ‘zero waste to landfill’ milestone
PACKAGING origination and flexographic plates manufacturer, Contact Originators, has revealed it has reached ‘zero waste to landfill’ status.
Partnering with B&M Waste Services, Contact said...
Tesco suppliers can advertise excess packaging on new marketplace
TESCO suppliers can now cut production costs and reduce waste by selling or donating surplus stock and materials - including packaging - to other...
