Packaging

Simmons to take up new role at KSP Group

Del Simmons will join KSP Group next month as the business maps out a leadership transition.

Injuries sustained by the employee could have been prevented

Partial amputation after film converting machine entanglement

A manufacturer of flexible packaging and laminating films has been handed a five-figure fine after a worker lost part of his finger after becoming tangled in machinery.

Made-to-fit packaging can reduce delivery emissions. Image: Amazon

Amazon to install automated packaging machines across Europe

Amazon is set to deploy advanced automated packing technology across its European network – including in the UK – to improve packaging for its customers and reduce waste.

Mondi showcases uncoated paper possibilities

Mondi has produced a new book to showcase the creative possibilities of its Pergraphica premium papers range.

Hastings plans 'bold new chapter' with Wren rebrand

Luke Hastings plans to rebrand Wren Packaging as part of a “rebirth” of the business under the new name of Renaissance Packaging, but there’s still no news for former employees of Reflections Print...

Macfarlane plans share buyback, confident on outlook

Macfarlane Group is planning a £4m share buyback and has reported positive momentum and a strong performance at its manufacturing operations, despite a challenging market.

Apprenticeship award for Coveris

Global packaging manufacturer Coveris has been named Apprentice Employer of the Year for its UK operations by print training provider, Learn2Print.

James Jones acquires United Box

UK-based timber processing firm James Jones & Sons has bought United Box as part of a wider acquisition project aimed at global expansion.

EFI showcases new launches including hybrid Vutek M3h

EFI is showing its new Vutek M3h hybrid model for the first time in Europe at Fespa, and aims to capitalise on its broad product portfolio as “industry convergence” becomes a key trend.

UK mill is Boardlink's biggest trade creditor

Unsecured creditors of Boardlink were owed more than £1.5m, with the firm’s biggest substrate supplier also its largest trade creditor.