Packaging
Reflex buys administration-hit Fusion
Reflex Labels has bought Fusion Flexibles in a pre-pack administration deal after the packaging manufacturer succumbed to mounting cashflow pressure.
Do consumers understand packaging?
As the end of 2018 comes into sight, it has been nearly a full year since the plastic packaging debate was famously thrust into view by David Attenborough’s Blue Planet II documentary series.
Essentra packaging division returns to growth
Essentra’s packaging division returned to growth in Q3, reporting an increase of more than 4%, excluding the impact from the closure of the Newport folding cartons site last year.
Consumers want retailers to address overpacking
Nearly a quarter (24%) of consumers are still opening goods ordered online that are overpacked, according to new research by Macfarlane Packaging.
Australian tobacco warnings would be used in no-deal Brexit
Graphic warnings on tobacco products sold in the UK would be replaced by Australian alternatives in the event of a no-deal Brexit scenario.
Consumers wise up to packs' environmental impact
Shoppers are becoming increasingly aware of how environmentally friendly the packaging they come into contact with is and are acting accordingly on their purchasing decisions, according to new...
Kingfisher Labels makes magnificent seven with new Edale press
Kingfisher Labels will build on its 17-year relationship with Edale by taking on an FL3 flexo press next month – its seventh machine from the manufacturer.
Essentra to close Kilmarnock site
Global packaging giant Essentra’s Kilmarnock site is set to close at the end of the year, with an anticipated loss of 51 jobs.
Kolbus accelerates move into packaging with Autobox acquisition
Kolbus Group has acquired UK kit manufacturer Autobox Machinery as it continues its move into packaging.
Adverset invests in Versafire EV
Adverset is preparing for the arrival a new Heidelberg Versafire EV, a “natural progression” that will expand the range of applications the firm can offer.