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Essentra surpasses 2030 emissions target five years early
Essentra Components today announced that it has surpassed its 2030 Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitment five years ahead of schedule, by achieving a 62% reduction in scope one and two emissions against its 2019 baseline.
BlueAlp partners BioBTX to convert plastic waste into circular aromatics
The collaboration will see BlueAlp technologies installed at BioBTX’s plant in Delfzijl.
Amcor continues supplying containers for the Refill Coalition’s work with Ocado Retail
The pilot project is the first by a major UK supermarket that promotes reusable packaging.
Listgrove at Interplas 2026
Listgrove will be attending Interplas 2026, joining manufacturers, innovators, and industry leaders from across the plastics, packaging, recycling, and wider manufacturing sectors at the NEC Birmingham.
Celanese announces new strategic initiatives
The company is repositioning its nylon business.

Companies and associations throughout the packaging supply chain have reacted to rumours that the Food and Drink Federation and British Retail Consortium are calling for the removal of the Packaging Waste Recycling Note (PRN) system.

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Faerch’s 2025 Sustainability Report outlines the company’s progress on key sustainability topics, highlighting its delivery of circular, low-carbon food packaging solutions to the market.

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The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) says it was “sheer good fortune” that employees at an East London recycling firm were not killed or seriously injured due to safety breaches.

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As geopolitical tensions result in rising costs across the supply chain, Southgate Global said it is continuing to help customers improve efficiency and reduce spend through its strategic approach to warehouse solutions, including its new full-service Asset Tracking systems.

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Belgian food packaging specialist Galoppin Papier has invested in a Bobst Visioncut 106 LER Autoplaten die-cutter as the business continues to expand its folding carton capabilities.

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BBC confirms new Strictly Come Dancing hosts
The trio replace Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman, who left the BBC dance competition last year.
Ebola outbreak may be spreading faster than first thought, WHO doctor warns
Hundreds of cases are suspected in central Africa but experts fear the actual number may be much higher.
Ronaldo in Portugal squad for record sixth World Cup
Cristiano Ronaldo is set to play in a record sixth World Cup after being selected in Portugal's squad for this summer's tournament.
Swatch boss says crowds are 'good news' after watch launch sparks chaos
Nick Hayek Jr says the pocket watch launch saw "overcrowding like hell" at a small number of its UK stores.
Grenfell fire charges sought for up to 57 people
The Met Police will submit files to the CPS including possible cases of corporate manslaughter.