New bill could see charges placed on single-use items
CHARGES could be placed on single-use items such as disposable coffee cups as part of the new circular economy bill passed by the Scottish...
Trade body confirms new steel packaging recycling record in Europe
Steel for Packaging Europe, formerly known as APEAL, has confirmed a new record recycling rate for steel packaging, following the harmonised method for calculating...
Biffa report highlights benefits of standardising materials to tackle waste
ALMOST one million tonnes of plastic packaging waste could be avoided by standardising materials within the next five years, according to a new report...
Flint Group shows commitment to transparency with CDP disclosure grades
FLINT Group, a global producer of inks and coatings for the printing and packaging industries, has announced a key milestone in its sustainability journey...
Aldi to trial paper band in place of traditional plastic banana bags
ALDI is to trial replacing the traditional plastic banana bag with a paper band alternative on selected lines.
If successful, the supermarket said the change...
Coveris earns Weetabix supplier award for cereal liner innovation
PACKAGING manufacturer Coveris has been recognised by cereal giant Weetabix with a Supplier Innovation Award.
The accolade is linked to the firm's supply of cereal...
Aldi to introduce recycled plastic into own-label crisp packaging
ALDI is introducing recycled plastic to its own-label crisp packaging in what the retailer has said is a UK supermarket first.
A minimum of 35%...
LC Packaging outlines strong progress in sustainability journey
LC Packaging has announced the release of its 2024 Sustainability Update, which highlights progress the business has made in its environmental and social responsibility...
‘Groundbreaking’ coating solution from agricultural by-products developed
MONDI has teamed up with advanced biomaterial engineers traceless to develop a new coating solution based on by-products from the agricultural industry.
The bio-circular coating...
Falconer delivers ‘standout’ cartons for sustainable skincare range
CARTON manufacturer Falconer has worked with skincare brand By Sarah to create 'stand-out' packaging for its natural product range.
Founded by sisters Lauren and Sarah,...
