Biodegradable Plastic Packaging in Marks and Spencer

Posted by Packaging International's UK Correspondent on 19/11/2010 - 16:00:00

Biodegradable Plastic Packaging in Marks and Spencer

Marks and Spencer introduces biodegradable plastic packaging for its Swiss chocolates and mince pie ranges this Christmas.

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New Foam Packaging from Cow Milk Protein

Posted by Packaging International's News Correspondent on 10/11/2010 - 17:45:00

New Foam Packaging from Cow Milk Protein

New lightweight packaging material draws on cow's milk to provide enviro alternative to traditional foam plastic designs

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Printable Electronics In 'Smart' Packaging

Posted by Packaging International's News Correspondent on 03/11/2010 - 17:45:00

Printable Electronics In 'Smart' Packaging

New smart packaging technologies incorporate nanotech and printable electronics are on the way, according to a US-based researcher.

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Heinz Drops Bisphenol-A Food Packaging

Posted by Packaging Technology's UK Correspondent on 01/11/2010 - 11:55:00

Heinz Drops Bisphenol-A Food Packaging

Heinz is one of a number of food manufacturers that have decided to stop using Bisphenol-A in their food packaging, according to reports.

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UK Metal and Plastics Packaging Recycling Targets

Posted by Packaging International's UK Correspondent on 27/10/2010 - 15:05:00

UK Metal and Plastics Packaging Recycling Targets

The UK's Deparment for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has revealed the UK's recycling targets - with increases over the next two years in metals and plastics.

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Beer Cans Replacing PET Packaging

Posted by Packaging International's European Correspondent on 19/10/2010 - 12:20:00

Beer Cans Replacing PET Packaging

Discount German supermarket replaces disposable PET bottles with aluminium cans to package beers and soft drinks, according to reports.

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Walkers Explores Potato Peel Crisp Packets

Posted by Packaging International's News Correspondent on 12/10/2010 - 10:50:00

Walkers Explores Potato Peel Crisp Packets

Snack firm Walkers sets out plans to use potato peelings to make environmentally friendly crisp packets

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Reusable KFC Food Container Sets New Standard

Posted by Packaging International's News Correspondent on 30/09/2010 - 16:40:00

Reusable KFC Food Container Sets New Standard

KFC's innovative reusable container design might set a new fast food packaging standard

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Cadbury Roses Tin Returns

Posted by Packaging International's UK Correspondent on 27/09/2010 - 15:30:00

Cadbury Roses Tin Returns

Cadbury is to bring back the tin for its Roses chocolates brand after a sustainable cardboard packaging trial failed to be a hit with consumers.

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Supermarket Packaging Waste Cuts Unachieved

Posted by Packaging International's News Correspondent on 23/09/2010 - 16:50:00

Supermarket Packaging Waste Cuts Unachieved

Supermarket packaging waste remains at 2006 levels, despite consumer calls to minimise it

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