Packaging
Brands switching away from plastic could increase their carbon footprint
The findings of a new report about the grocery sector have found that the switch by many brands and businesses from plastic packaging to alternatives is both confusing consumers and, in some cases,...
Duplo preps for double machine launch at Packaging Innovations
Duplo is set to launch a new digital foiling machine and a shape cutter at the next Packaging Innovations expo in Birmingham.
Former Curtis chairman passes away
Curtis Packaging’s former managing director and chairman Peter Curtis has passed away aged 89.
Tinmasters to consolidate on one site
Metal decorator Tinmasters plans to restructure its operations in Wales by consolidating onto one site – a move that will spend the end for its historic Caldicot facility that has been in operation...
Contact Originators hit by fire
Flexographic plate manufacturer Contact Originators suffered a serious fire at its Bredbury, Stockport facility over the weekend but has stressed it is "business as usual" following speedy action from...
New features for Packaging Innovations 2020 ahead of 2021 expansion
The organisers of next month’s Packaging Innovations have announced a series of new features for the show with plans afoot for major new developments in 2021.
Campaign launched to make cartonboard official
Pro Carton has launched a campaign to make cartonboard an official term after it was found that despite universal use of the material, the word is broadly unrecognised.
Mondi boss to join Mayr-Melnhof
Outgoing Mondi Group chief executive Peter Oswald is to join Mayr-Melnhof Karton as its new chairman and chief executive, it has been announced.
Mondi to cease UK manufacturing
Mondi is set to bring an end to its UK manufacturing with the planned closure of its two remaining UK production plants, putting 208 jobs at risk.
Macfarlane Group acquires Armagrip
Macfarlane Group has acquired industrials sector packaging provider Armagrip to further strengthen its business in the north of England.