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Mars Materials joins the Shell Gamechanger Program
The company’s involvement in the Program is said to have accelerated its development plans by around three years.
Reconomy acquires majority stake in LiBCycle through its RLG brand
The move will strengthen RLG's advanced logistics infrastructure and data-driven tracking systems.
FANUC highlights importance of sustainability and automation to UK manufacturing success
FANUC UK’s Vice Managing Director, Andy Armstrong, has highlighted the importance of sustainability and automation in driving a resilient, smart and globally competitive UK manufacturing sector.
Plasticade acquires Mr. Chain to expand within the safety market
Mr. Chain's product portfolio includes a selection of crowd control, safety, and barrier solutions.
Intertronics presents new Dymax 9773  adhesive for defense and aerospace
Intertronics presents a new adhesive for ruggedising and staking critical electronic components onto printed circuit boards (PCB) for the aerospace and defence sectors: Dymax 9773.

Aluminium foil tray manufacturer, i2r Packaging Solutions, has further strengthened its commercial leadership with the appointment of Fern Timmins as head of foodservice & distribution, alongside two new national account managers.

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Macfarlane Packaging, supplier of protective packaging in the UK and Europe, has introduced the PadPak Guardian 30 from Ranpak, a versatile paper cushioning system designed to meet the demands of medium to high-volume packing operations.

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International Paper has announced its plan to create two independent, publicly traded companies as it continues to evolve following the purchase of DS Smith.

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Prism eLogistics is celebrating the growth of multiple partnerships across its sleeving, packing and e-commerce fulfilment logistics services at this year’s Packaging Innovations & Empack show.

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MM Packaging Deeside will return to Packaging Innovations and Empack highlighting its wide range of board and paper options for its core markets – confectionery, chilled and frozen foods, beverages and fresh produce.

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'I can breathe again' says Israeli hostage held for nearly 500 days in Gaza
In his first international interview, Sasha Troufanov tells the BBC how he thought he would die in captivity after he was taken hostage on 7 October 2023.
Girl, 7, swept out to sea on holiday in Morocco
Inaayah Makda remains missing after being caught out by a rapidly incoming tide, a relative has said.
Ex-nursery worker admits further child sex offences
Vincent Chan, 45, pleads guilty to dozens more sexual offence charges at court on Thursday.
Urgent call to save Britain's oldest rollercoaster
A council writes to the culture secretary to intervene to save Britain's oldest rollercoaster.
Boss Mitchell extends England contract as Scarratt joins coaching staff
John Mitchell will continue as Red Roses head coach through to the next Women's Rugby World Cup in 2029 and Emily Scarratt joins the coaching staff.