UK
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Duplo enters labels market with Bar Graphic Machiner acquisition
BGM will maintain its brand identity as an independent division of the Duplo Group.
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Bunzl UK & Ireland introduces Huhtamaki’s plant-based taste boxes
Xampla’s coating provides resistance to grease and leaks while ensuring the packaging remains recyclable
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Ocado Retail pioneers packaging traceability with UV technology in UK
Ocado Retail has begun applying UV watermarks to Ocado Retail’s milk range.
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M&S pioneers UV tags on milk bottles to boost recycling transparency
The initiative allows compliance with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations.
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Frylight unveils packaging redesign for 2025
The redesign includes clearer on-pack instructions and detailed back-of-pack information
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Veolia unveils first closed-loop PET recycling plant in Shropshire in UK
According to Veolia, using recycled plastics could reduce carbon emissions by up to 70% compared to virgin materials
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Parkside Flexibles advances packaging for Riverford with recyclable root vegetable bags
The newly developed bags feature innovative water-based coatings that significantly enhance resistance to moisture and grease.
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Leadership shifts in packaging and materials sector signal strategic vision for growth and sustainability
His appointment is expected to strengthen Metsä Group’s position as a frontrunner in sustainable wood-based products
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UK Deposit Return Scheme will launch in October 2027
This initiative aims to transform how beverage containers are sold, collected, and recycled.
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Coveris partners with Brześć to unveil eco-friendly film packaging for snack products
It’s designed for eight-color flexo printing and offers matte or glossy finish options to strengthen Brześć’s visual branding.