Scotland could ban single-use vapes
SINGLE-USE vapes could be banned in Scotland as part of new plans by the Scottish Government to protect public health and the environment.
The move...
Futamura invests in new cellulose film production line
FUTAMURA, a manufacturer of cellulose films, casings, and non-wovens, has unveiled its new cellulose film production line in Wigton, Cumbria.
The firm said the investment...
Colpac earns landmark environmental accolade from BPIF
COLPAC has announced that it has become the first company to be awarded the reviewed and updated Environmental Seal of Business Excellence from The...
Closed loop system established for large containers
BERRY Global has announced it has established a closed loop system in partnership with French water treatment specialist Ocedis, for the supply of Berry’s...
‘Groundbreaking’ Ardagh furnace nears completion
THE NextGen furnace under construction at the Ardagh Glass Packaging (AGP) facility in Obernkirchen, Germany, is nearing completion.
The firm revealed that the furnace build,...
Soft drinks brand launches first juice products in carton packs
DUTCH soft drinks brand Hero is set to launch its Cassis blackcurrant juices in carton packs for the first time.
Hero Benelux has opted for...
UPM Raflatac extends scope of CarbonNeutral certified labelling materials
UPM Raflatac has revealed it is extending the scope of its CarbonNeutral certified labelling materials to cover the entire lifecycle emissions of a label.
This,...
Heinz Snap Pot scoops another packaging accolade
THE Heinz ‘Snap Pot’ – manufactured by Berry Global – has added to its trophy haul after winning a Gold award at the Environmental...
Avery Dennison launches landmark decorative linerless solutions
AT Labelexpo Europe 2023, Avery Dennison will launch AD LinrSave and AD LinrConvert – described as the first generation of decorative linerless solutions enabled...
SIG ramps up plans to improve recyclability of carton packs
SIG has announced plans to raise the proportion of fiber in its aseptic carton structure.
The company revealed it intends to develop a full-barrier aluminium-free...
