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Great Central Plastics opens its second facility

The new facility offers a clean, controlled environment for post-moulding operations outside of the main site.

Mark Guyett, Director at Mouldshop, explores today’s industry’s challenges while highlighting two emerging trends: the use of AI and the processing of mono materials.

Two in three Brits are concerned about hidden plastics in food packaging

New research is indicating that consumers are becoming more aware and reactive towards plastic content found in food packaging.

Interplas 2026: Looking ahead to the future of UK injection moulding

Veronica Edmunds, Business Development Manager at Haitian UK/PMM, shares her Interplas 2026 experience, highlighting what particularly stood out from her panel discussion on the future of the UK plastics industry.

From start-up to trusted partner: OMS LubriTek celebrates a decade of growth

At Interplas 2026, BP&R spoke with Jamie Shaw, Director at OMS LubriTek, about the company’s 10th anniversary, highlighting their show participation, past challenges, memorable milestones and future direction.

Thirst rebrands Tennent’s with Tops line

Design agency Thirst has partnered with iconic Scottish lager Tennent’s, repositioning the brand visual identity for a new generation.

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Packaging News Sustainability PowerBook – TOP 20 | Faerch, Kingfisher & PackUK

Packaging News has launched the Sustainability PowerBook – a power list of the 50 people shaping sustainability in packaging - with the Top 20 now being released.

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Arena Refill Jar: a timeless classic now in premium glass

Beauty packaging manufacturer and provider Quadpack has reengineered its Arena PET jar along luxury codes.

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Goplasticpallets.com unveils new extra-large foldable pallet boxes

Goplasticpallets.com has launched two new extra-large foldable pallet boxes to help manufacturers, distributors and logistics companies to store, move and transport oversized and unusually shaped products more efficiently.

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Coveris expands CPP film capabilities with German acquisition

Coveris has announced the acquisition of GEFO Folienbetrieb, a well-established producer of cast polypropylene (CPP) films based in Gera, Germany.

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Taylor Swift's rumoured wedding celebrations begin with star-studded New York event

Actress Lena Dunham, model Gigi Hadid and longtime music collaborator Jack Antonoff were spotted in formal attire near Madison Square Garden.

Victorious Portugal pay emotional tribute to Jota

One year after his death, Portugal are using Diogo Jota's memory to help inspire them at the 2026 World Cup.

Dangerous heatwave scorches US ahead of Fourth of July holiday

Millions are enduring dangerous heat and humidity, with temperatures expected to stay at 38C (100F) for several days.

Survivor pulled from rubble eight days after Venezuela earthquakes

Hernán Gil was trapped under a collapsed multi-storey car park.

Late VAR drama as Croatia denied equaliser

Josko Gvardiol's stoppage-time goal is ruled out for offside after a VAR review, denying Croatia an equaliser against Portugal in their World Cup knockout match in Toronto.