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Aldi trials reduced packaging for fruits and vegetables

Aldi is testing the elimination of pulp trays and punnets from the packaging of several fruit and vegetable lines. Among the changes, plastic punnets have been removed from Nature’s Pick…

80% fewer carrier bags on UK beaches, data reveals

Data collected by the Marine Conservation Society indicates an 80% decrease in carrier bags found on UK beaches. The decline follows the introduction of carrier bag charges over the past…

Carlton Packaging reaffirms commitment to sustainability with carbon neutral certification and innovative eco-friendly products

Carlton Packaging (Carlton), a leader in sustainable packaging solutions, proudly announces its certification as a carbon-neutral company for yet another consecutive year by Carbon Neutral Britain. This achievement underscores Carlton's…

Ontario welcomes Nespresso's Green Bag recycling programme

Nespresso Canada, in partnership with Circular Materials, has launched the Green Bag Recycling Programme in Ontario, marking a notable advancement in Nespresso's recycling efforts. Ontario is now the sixth province…

Canadians show strong support for single-use plastics ban

A recent poll commissioned by Oceana Canada and conducted by Abacus Data indicates that 82% of Canadians support the 18-month-old ban on single-use plastics. This ban includes items such as…

Announcing Lyte Packaging at London Packaging Week 2024

Lyte Packaging are delighted to be exhibiting at Packaging Premiere London, part of London Packaging Week 2024 from the 11th – 12th September at ExCel. Our stand (H34) promises to…

White House unveils new strategy to phase out single-use plastics

The White House has unveiled a comprehensive strategy to combat plastic pollution in the U.S. and globally. The strategy titled ‘Mobilizing Federal Action on Plastic Pollution: Progress, Principles, and Priorities’…

Closed loop spirits packaging sets sail on more cruise ships

ecoSPIRITS has partnered with Carnival Cruise Line and Bacardi Limited to extend closed loop spirits packaging to more cruise ships following a successful pilot. The initial pilot, announced in August…

Ireland's carton recycling milestone: 5 million and counting

Ireland has reached a significant milestone, recycling around five million beverage cartons since the introduction of advanced sorting technology at Panda’s Ballymount Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) in Dublin last July…

Adelphi: Environmentally Preferable Purchasing – Key considerations for sustainably and ethically minded businesses

By Glen Smith Strategic Buyer at the double environmental-award winning Adelphi Group of Companies Here at Adelphi, our suppliers play a pivotal role in our Net Zero and B-Corp vision…

Australian government funds new soft plastics recycling facility

South Australia will divert over 14,000 tonnes of soft plastics from landfills annually, thanks to a $20 million investment in advanced recycling technology by the Australian Government. Recycling Plastics Australia…

Olympic athletes urge beverage giants to embrace reusable packaging

As the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games approach, a coalition of over 100 elite athletes is urging Coca-Cola and Pepsi to increase their commitment to reusable packaging to combat…

Oman Air introduces recyclable paper packaging for economy-class earphones

Oman Air has taken a significant step towards enhancing the sustainability of its onboard experience by redesigning the packaging for its Economy Class earphones. The airline has replaced the single-use…

California’s Petaluma launches reusable cup initiative with major brands

Starbucks, Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Peet’s Coffee, Yum! Brands, and other global and local brands are participating in The Petaluma Reusable Cup Project, organised by the NextGen Consortium and led by the…

CLUBZERØ and Barclays introduce reusable ice cream pots at Wimbledon

For the second consecutive year, CLUBZERØ and Barclays have partnered to minimise single-use waste within The Queue at the Wimbledon Championships. Following their successful 2023 collaboration, where fans enjoyed juices…

New partnership aims to boost aerosol recycling in the UK

SUEZ recycling and recovery UK has entered into a two-year partnership with Alupro, the aluminium packaging recycling organisation, as part of a roadmap to increasing UK aerosol recycling rates. An…

Labour's victory and its implications for the UK packaging industry

In a significant political shift, the Labour Party has secured a decisive victory in the recent general elections, marking a new era in UK governance. This change brings with it…

Coca-Cola and Merlin offer VIP rewards for recycling plastic bottles

For the third year in a row, Coca-Cola and Merlin Entertainments are collaborating to promote recycling through reverse vending machines. Visitors to Merlin attractions in the UK can win VIP…

Aldi switches to paper packaging for porridge oats

Aldi has transitioned to paper packaging for its Everyday Essentials Porridge Oats across all UK stores. This change ensures that all Aldi porridge oat products, including Everyday Essentials, Organic, and…

KB Packaging: Sustainable packaging solutions for fulfilment success

The fulfilment industry is always busy, and it’s only set to get busier. Being constantly active, especially on the lead up to peak season, fulfilment need to get products out…

Berry helps Grillo's transition to widely recyclable, spill-proof, easy-open pickle jars

Berry Global partnered with Grillo’s Pickles to deliver spill-proof, easy-open jars for its garden-fresh pickles. The custom, nestable, widely recyclable polypropylene (PP) jar and continuous thread closure provides a simple…

method introduces 100% recycled coastal plastic bottles

Customers in the US and Canada can now buy method's popular products in bottles made from 100% recycled coastal plastic. method has always prioritised sustainability in its products, and now…

evian and Wimbledon launch refill initiative for spectators

Evian, the Official Water of The Championships, and The All England Lawn Tennis Club have announced the launch of a new refill system for spectators at Wimbledon. This initiative aims…

UK rolls out coffee pod recycling at household waste recycling centres

FCC Environment (FCC) and coffee pod recycling scheme Podback have announced plans to expand coffee pod recycling at household waste recycling centres (HWRCs) in England and Wales. This expansion follows…