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Mars Wrigley tests recyclable paper wrappers
Brand looking to see a significant reduction in the use of plastic.
European packaging industry shifting to more sustainable options
Research with 150 sustainability and packaging experts across the UK, Italy, and Germany.
Tesco and Faerch Group in customer-recovered PET initiative
Faerch programme – Tray 2 Tray by Faerch – an industry first in ready meals with Tesco.
Noel Alimentaria and Mondi collaborate to introduce paper-based tray for plant-based and meat range
Paper tray is designed for recycling and passed recyclability tests.
Mondi designs new paper-based secondary packaging for chilled surimi sticks
Solution provides product protection while ensuring recyclability of the paper packaging.
GEA’s vertical bagging solution takes centre stage at PPMA
Visitors will get to see a digital experience of the company’s choice of complete production lines.
Britvic officially opens state of the art canning line
The multimillion-pound investment in Britvic’s Rugby factory comes as the company celebrates 35 years in the town.
Water brand making waves in PET plastic dominated market
Sustainable water brand has reformulated its packaging to be even more sustainable.
Cathedral City introduces side opening, resealable packs
New packaging features the brand’s signature resealable, zip lock and helps keep cheese fresher for longer, as well as reducing plastic content by 6%.
Glass safest packaging for food, new research says
Study shows that glass is safest among the packaging materials as it has virtually no detected chemicals.
Fibre providers
The industry believes that by 2040 fibre-based packaging will approach circularity as technical development broadens its suitability for food packaging.
Importing goods into the UK after Brexit
As we approach the end of 2021, what challenges can we expect for importing and exporting in the year ahead?
How can we win the war on plastic?
Plastic consumption has taken over our lives and the problem is certainly not unique to the UK, it is a worldwide issue, one that traverses borders and even unites those with differing political persuasions.
Veolia expands plastic recycling operations
Veolia’s UK facilities can now process 100 grades of plastic from industrial, commercial and household sources.