Paper cup manufacturer James Cropper has launched a new trial recycling programme with McDonald’s UK that it has said will “pioneer moves in sustainability and recycling”. The new partnership will
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- Scottish start-up aims to peel back plastic use with onion skin packaging A range of new eco-friendly packaging materials made from onion skins and peelings is being created by an Oban-based start-up, offering an alternative to fossil fuel-derived plastic products – a...
- Huhtamaki expands its capacity for fiber lid production to Lurgan, Northern Ireland Sustainable packaging company Huhtamaki has begun production of molded fiber drinks lids at its Lurgan, County Armagh, site. The lids, used for both hot and cold disposable cups, are fully...
- The 2024 PPMA Show is hailed a huge success The PPMA Show, the UK’s leading event for processing and packaging machinery, including industrial automation and machine vision systems, has once again been acclaimed as a great success. Established more...
- The 2024 PPMA Show is fast approaching For over 35 years the annual PPMA Show has been a highlight of the processing and packaging industry’s calendar. This event, between 24-26 September at the NEC in Birmingham, is...
- Over five million cartons recycled since launch of dedicated sorting at Ireland’s largest MRF More than five million beverage cartons have been sorted and fully recycled since AI powered robotic sorting was launched at Panda’s materials recovery facility (MRF) in Ballymount, Dublin. Installed last year...
Domino Printing Sciences’ coding & marking systems can be fully integrated with Moba and Sanovo graders on egg processing lines. By combining CIJ printers with new EU and FDA compliant
The supermarket giant said a number of products labelled as “Just Cook Chicken Breasts with Piri Piri sauce” actually contained chicken and bacon lattice instead – which includes milk and
The Polarity tumblers range is manufactured in the UK at Huhtamaki’s Gosport factory from recycled PET (RPET), a material derived from post-consumer recycled material such as carbonated water and PET
Web retailers prefer packaging their special products in solid board enriched with tomato plants. The “Verse Oogst Box”, an online ordering service from The Greenery for directly ordering fresh fruits
AmbaFlex, the global leader in spiral conveyor solutions, has just supplied 12 narrow belt SpiralVeyors from its SVs series for installation at the facilities of a leading global snack manufacturer
Chinese chemicals group ChemChina has agreed to acquire KraussMaffei Group from Onex Corporation for a sum of €925m. KraussMaffei is a global manufacturer of high-quality machinery and systems for producing
The new line from Sidel, the leading global provider of PET solutions for liquid packaging, will allow the Caribbean bottler to boost production by an anticipated 40%, as well as
A bespoke dessert packing solution developed by RPC Superfos for Finnish dairy producer Valio Ltd has been awarded a WorldStar 2016, the pre-eminent international packaging awards organised by the World
Polymer Logistics, a leading provider of retail-ready packaging (RRP) solutions, will exhibit its effective product solutions for fresh produce at Fruit Logistica 2016; held between 3rd and 5th February 2016
Two leading food packaging manufacturers have teamed up to create a premium range of patisserie cartons ideal for cakes, cream buns, gateaux and pastries. LINPAC and Graphic Packaging collaborated to
Aloe vera fruit juice brand Simplee Aloe has been given a facelift by design agency Biles Inc., in a bid to capitalise on the growing demand for natural “super drinks”.
The European Commission has granted conditional regulatory clearance in Europe for Ball Corporation’s proposed acquisition of Rexam. As part of the conditional clearance, the European Commission is requiring Ball to
With the R 235 thermoforming packaging machine, MULTIVAC is pre-senting a new economic model for the packaging of sliced products. The R 235 is equipped as standard with format sets
Taking place in Cologne, Germany between 21 January – 3 February 2016, ProSweets is the world’s largest tradeshow for the sweets and snacks industry. Crown’s capability to add LED lighting
Packaging has to stand out on the shelf if it is to capture the customer’s interest. Packaging company Wipak has developed a brand new surface effect for Arla cheeses, which
English wild game and venison supplier Yorkshire Game has increased turnover by 10% by investing in the latest state-of-the-art processing equipment. The company, which supplies high quality game and sustainable wild
GEA has recently established its own in-house test laboratory at its facility in Hamilton, New Zealand. The new laboratory will enable GEA engineers to carry out extensive tests on the
Xolution GmbH has successfully closed a €45m equity investment round with the Singapore-based equity fund Inventure Management Pte Ltd to fund the production capacity increase for Xolution’s next generation XO2.0
Packaging firm Sonoco has inaugurated a new packaging solutions studio in South Carolina, where experts will make use of the
Print and packaging company Qualvis has switched fully to the use of 100% low migration, food safe inks in their production process.
Snack manufacturers with high production outputs to pack and large orders to fulfil are among the most efficiency-orientated of modern
Domino Printing Sciences has reaffirmed its status as a leading provider of coding and marking solutions for the beverage sector
UK tea company, Newby Teas has released two new limited edition loose-leaf black teas in themed caddies to celebrate Chinese
Graphic Packaging International will be revealing stunning new concepts for Premium food and drink packaging on its Café themed stand.
Rachel Hurst (pictured), Group Operations Director at Domino Printing Sciences, has been presented with an IET Achievement Medal, one of
The fast-food giant, McDonald’s is unveiling new design for its paper carry-out bags, fountain beverage cups and sandwich boxes this month.
Terry Cross, Chairman, Delta Print and Packaging Ltd, who was awarded an OBE in the New Year’s honours list for
Speciality Breads has recently opened a £3 million state of the art factory on the back of their Olympic 2012 success.
The installation of a third extruder at LINPAC Ritterhude is enabling the company to deliver products made from up to 100%
UK based Aegg Creative Packaginghas announced that it will officially launch its new glass bottle product range at Packaging Innovations in Birmingham.
Huhtamaki launched a new range of paper food containers “Eatwell”, designed to provide a versatile and comprehensive disposable packaging solution
Rapid Action Packaging (RAP) has bolstered its sustainability credentials following, the move of its headquarters to low carbon offices in
Three chemicals used in pizza boxes, popcorn bags, and other food packages with suspected cancer links are no longer deemed safe
Finland-headquatered paper manufacturer Stora Enso has entered into an equity transfer agreement to increase its ownership stake in its Chinese subsidiary,
Amcor has announced the acquisition of California-based Deluxe Packages, a privately owned American flexible packaging business, for $45m. The acquired
Clondalkin Flexible Packaging Bury (formerly Chadwicks) has designed and manufactured an innovative lidding solution for the capsules used in a
Since its launch in 2013 Esterform’s extensive market leading range of 1881 PET preforms has helped their customers to reduce
CROWN Aerosols and Specialty Packaging Europe – a world leader in metal packaging technology – will be showcasing an exclusive preview of
A rapidly expanding UK food manufacturer of natural protein bars, protein powders and healthy treats has invested in more equipment
The LGA, which represents more than 370 councils – who are responsible for public health – says while the long-term
A prestigious line-up of packaging and brand professionals has been unveiled by Easyfairs, show organisers of Packaging Innovations, Empack and Label&Print, for its
TricorBraun, rigid packaging and components, has been awarded for its P28 Peanut Butter packaging in the Food & Beverage Brand Revitalization
A joint company set up by the Budelpack Group and IQ Packing, InnoFresh Packing has installed its first grape packaging
The Warsteiner Art Collection range of 330ml shaped aluminium bottles produced by Ardagh Group has now achieved a coveted WorldStar
B L Agro Oils, an indian mustard oil producer,s has installed a new PET bottling line from liquid packaging solutions
At Casual Dining 2016, Tri-Star will showcase takeaway packaging that is travel-friendly, looks great, and keeps food warm and in perfect condition.
Increased handling capabilities, flexibility and output have pushed automation to the forefront for many food manufacturers. With 2016 set to
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