Packaging
Macfarlane confident despite challenging first half
Macfarlane Group has reported decreases in both its sales and pre-tax profit in its half-year results but said it has responded effectively to a challenging period through various means.
DS Smith launches service for businesses to assess recyclability
DS Smith is rolling out a new service for businesses to evaluate the recyclability levels of their packaging.
Coveris steps up security label production to combat shoplifting surge
Packaging manufacturer Coveris has given a major boost to its UK security label production following the recent rise in retail theft.
Brewer pays out £400k-plus over packaging waste failure
Historic Czech brewer Budweiser Budvar has paid £414,000 to charity after failing to register as a producer of packaging for an astonishing 18 years.
DPS Digital merges with sister agency
Digital card specialist DPS Digital has merged with its sister company Intervino to form a full service e-commerce agency.
Power of Print set for packaging focus
The 2024 Power of Print seminar, which is now in its 14th year, will take place at Stationers' Hall in London on 5 November, this year with a strong focus on packaging.
M&S puts garlic baguettes in paper packs
Marks & Spencer is claiming a UK first with a switch to paper-based packing for its garlic baguettes.
Stora Enso supports growth with major funding agreement
Stora Enso has signed a new €435m (£372m) bilateral loan with the European Investment Bank (EIB) to support growth in renewable, fibre-based consumer packaging board.
Coveris brings in new HD Miraflex press
Sustainable packaging company Coveris has taken delivery of a brand-new Windmöller & Hölscher (W&H) Miraflex II eight-colour press at its Burnley factory, just months after buying a new 10-colour...
Google shares plastic-free packaging know-how
Google has shared details about its transition to fibre-based packaging in its new Plastic Free Packaging Design Guide – but its other sustainability goals have been hit by increased emissions due to...