CPRE claims deposit return system will spark recycling revolution

The Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE) has claimed that the introduction of a deposit return system will end growing scepticism around existing recycling methods.

Constantia Flexibles signs global commitment to eliminate plastic pollution

Austrian flexible packaging manufacturer Constantia Flexibles has signed the New Plastics Economy Global Commitment to help eliminate plastic pollution at its source.

Co-op introduces compostable carrier bags at 1,000 food stores

UK retailer Co-op has rolled out fully compostable carrier bags to more than 1,000 food stores across the country following a trial in 22 of its Manchester stores earlier this year.

Sonoco announces new senior leadership structure

Packaging firm Sonoco has announced a new senior leadership structure, overseeing the company’s global consumer and industrial-related businesses.

Nespresso to use responsibly sourced aluminum for coffee capsules

Nestlé Nespresso, the operating unit of the Nestlé Group, has pledged to use the responsibly sourced aluminum from the metals and mining firm Rio Tinto to produce its coffee capsules.

UPM Raflatac launches RafCycle recycling solution in Thailand

UPM Raflatac, a provider of sustainable pressure sensitive labeling solutions, has partnered with EcoBlue to launch its RafCycle recycling solution in Thailand.

Recycling Technologies launches new manufacturing facility in Swindon, UK

Recycling Technologies has opened its new headquarters and manufacturing facility in Stirling Court of Swindon, UK, in a bid to increase its waste plastic recycling capacity.

Anheuser-Busch invests in Closed Loop Fund to enhance glass recycling

Anheuser-Busch has announced an investment of $250,000 in Closed Loop Fund projects to enhance glass recycling capabilities in Texas communities.

Intertape Polymer closes option to buy outstanding stake in Indian firm Powerband

Intertape Polymer Group (IPG) has closed on its earlier call option to purchase a remaining 26% stake in Indian packaging tapes manufacturer Powerband Industries for $9.9m.