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Lyons Coffee unveils all-new portfolio
UK-based Lyons Coffee is unveiling a new portfolio in spring 2020, featuring bold designs and blend names which have been created to tell the story of Lyons’ heritage.
Sulapac and Stora Enso collaborate on sustainable straw
Sulapac and Stora Enso have launched a renewable and microplastic-free straw to combat the global problem of plastic waste.
Goupie switch to compostable bags
Kent-based chocolate maker Goupie has replaced its recyclable PP bags with a compostable alternative.
Earlybirds launches new smoothies
Earlybirds has launched its first products – a snacking drink made with fresh ingredients that contains no added sugar, is high in fibre, and is packaged in a compostable bottle.
Compostable bottle scoops innovation award
A new compostable bottle that completely breaks down in the natural environment has picked up an international plastic-free innovation design award.
Qualvis produces ethical packaging for chocolate bars
Packaging manufacturer, Qualvis, has produced a range of fully compostable and recyclable packaging for the organic, vegan, raw chocolate maker, Conscious Chocolate.
Qualvis leads the way with sustainable packaging
Motion Nutrition chose Qualvis to provide a more focused, sustainable packaging solution for its updated product range.
Compostable ice lolly packaging
Lickalix, an organic ice lolly company, has introduced what it claims is the world’s first plastic free, compostable ice lolly packaging, with the plastic free trust mark awarded by The Plastic Planet.
Sleaford Quality Foods makes green packaging pledge
Sleaford Quality Foods (SQF), a cross-category supplier of multiple packaged foods, has made a pledge to ensure all its packaging is recyclable or compostable by 2022.
Trials will help industry reduce packaging waste, says ULMA
The packaging industry must keep an open mind and invest in sustainable ways to reduce materials waste, but it will be an ongoing process – says an industry spokesperson.
Nestlé accelerates action to tackle plastic waste
Last year, Nestlé committed to make 100% of its packaging recyclable or reusable by 2025, with a particular focus on avoiding plastic-waste, and has now laid out its plans to achieve it. Nestlé, who owns more than 2,000 brands, has pledged to phase out all plastics that are not recyclable or are hard to recycle […]
Corona trials plastic-free six pack rings
Beer brand Corona will be trialing its plastic-free six pack rings in Mexico this year, as part of its mission with Parley for the Oceans to provide the industry with eco-friendly packaging.
Nestlé creates research institute for packaging to accelerate sustainability agenda
Nestlé has announced it is creating an Institute of Packaging Sciences, which will be dedicated to the discovery and development of functional, safe and environmentally friendly packaging solutions.
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RAP launches ‘significant’ range made entirely from plant waste
UK sandwich packaging designer and manufacturer RAP has launched a range produced entirely from agricultural waste.