Packaging

New research shows that while marketing professionals believe sustainable and environmentally friendly packaging is vital, their understanding of processes and terminology is poor.

BPIF Cartons has launched a new e-learning platform for members, which covers all the key stages of carton production.

Glossop Cartons' joint managing director Jacky Sidebottom-Every hopes that print will start to shout louder to young people about the attractiveness of the industry as a career option.

Companies across the paper value chain are part of a new alliance that has been established to promote sustainable methods of dealing with fibre-based packaging.

Digital flexible packaging specialist ePac will open a second UK facility in the north of England next year.

Multi Packaging Solutions (MPS) is considering closing its manufacturing facility in Nuthall, putting up to 139 jobs at risk.

Stora Enso and Sulapac are launching a renewable and biodegradable straw to help combat the global problem of plastic waste.

Kodak and Uteco have sealed the first sale of an Ultrastream-powered flexible packaging press, but the details of the customer involved are currently under wraps.

Two Euro Packaging companies have entered a collective redundancy consultation, with a view to create a stronger combined business.

DS Smith has reported record group profitability and return on sales “despite economic headwinds” in its half-year results.