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HunterLab launches its Agera L2 spectrophotometer/colourimeter
HunterLab launches its Agera L2 spectrophotometer/colourimeter
The colour measurement solution can be used with plastics, plastic recycling, packaging, retroreflective, and safety materials.
ADDMAN acquires Forecast 3D
ADDMAN acquires Forecast 3D
The move expands ADDMAN’s polymer production capabilities, digital infrastructure, and operations.
Exel Composites and Tratos sign a four-year frame agreement for composite conductor cores
Exel Composites and Tratos sign a four-year frame agreement for composite conductor cores
Exel Composites has signed a frame agreement with Tratos for the supply of composite conductor cores for the period 2026–2029.
Building confidence in recycled polyolefins
Building confidence in recycled polyolefins
Prof Edward Kosior at Nextek and Paul Marshall at NEXTLOOPP have recently conducted a multi-phase project to develop a comprehensive Polyolefin Challenge Test Guide.
Thermoforming made easy: CANNON's e-Forming series
Thermoforming made easy: CANNON's e-Forming series
At K Show, BP&R spoke with Giuseppe Dall’Ora, International Sales Manager – Thermoforming Division at the CANNON Group, to gather the inside scoop about the company’s new e-Forming series.
The Packaging News Podcast | Episode 15 – QR codes powered by GS1: putting theory into practice

This podcast explores the growing adoption of GS1 QR codes and their impact on businesses and packaging. Join industry experts from GS1, Tesco and Domino Printing Sciences.

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Packaging in 2026 | Adaptation will be as important as innovation

Greg Bentley, EU packaging director, Suntory Beverage and Food Packaging

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Campaigners demand Scotland rethinks circular economy plastic plans

The Scottish Government is being urged by environmental campaigners to reshape its draft Circular Economy Strategy to address criticisms about a lack of focus on plastic waste.

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BCMPA continues to promote co-packing community to meet challenges

The BCMPA, the Association for Contract Manufacturing, Packing, Fulfilment and Logistics, has seen another year of growth with new members, partnerships and consistent presence at industry events.

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PRN Pricewatch: Week ending 2 January 2026

Each week we publish the average trading price for packaging recovery notes from PRN marketplace The Environment Exchange.

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US discussing options to acquire Greenland, including use of military, White House says
US discussing options to acquire Greenland, including use of military, White House says
It came as European allies rallied behind Denmark, which is pushing back against Trump's ambitions for the Arctic island.
The two sides of Sombr, the singer sparkling through the sadness
The two sides of Sombr, the singer sparkling through the sadness
The alt-pop star comes third in the BBC Sound of 2026, which predicts the year's biggest new music.
'Born to play international cricket' - how Bethell came of age
'Born to play international cricket' - how Bethell came of age
Jacob Bethell looks "born to play international cricket" and came of age with his maiden Test century in the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney.
Opposition leader Machado says she should be in charge of Venezuela
Opposition leader Machado says she should be in charge of Venezuela
President Trump has publicly dismissed the Nobel winner Machado saying she doesn't have local support and respect.
'Why Fletcher could be what Man Utd fans have been waiting for'
'Why Fletcher could be what Man Utd fans have been waiting for'
In his BBC Sport column, ex-Premier League boss Tony Pulis explains why Manchester United's interim manager Darren Fletcher would be the perfect choice to take the job on a longer-term basis.