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Modern machines are changing more than you think
In BP&R’s brand-new Technology Corner, Harry Harrison, Technical Manager at Haitian UK/PMM, provides a practical insight into how modern injection moulding machines are changing and why manufacturers should keep up with them.
Accumold showcases micro moulding expertise at MEDevice Boston 2026
Event attendees can find Accumold at Booth #815.
Mainetti launch its M-Film flexible packaging portfolio
The portfolio aims to help retail and apparel brands face circular economy and sustainability demands and challenges.
Engineering the next chapter in style
BP&R Editor Giulia Daniele caught up with Steve Thomson, Managing Director at ARBURG UK, to highlight the current state of the injection moulding industry and where ARBURG positions itself within it.
Building confidence in recycled polymers
BP&R spoke with Phil Little, Technical and Business Development Manager at Plastribution, and David Ware, Director of Commercial at AO Recycling, about how their recent collaboration aims to deliver high-quality recycled ABS and HIPS to market.

More than two-thirds (68%) of consumers would be likely to return drinks containers during a grocery shopping trip once DRS launches, according to research from Danone.

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Alexandra French, chief executive, of materials innovation company Xampla, has reacted to her inclusion in Packaging News’ Sustainability PowerBook 2026.

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Leeds-based LVF Packaging has seen another big uptick in demand for meat trays its manufactures for UK supermarket chains - with ‘BBQ-able’ products always soaring in popularity.

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Ryan Miles, managing director, Heidelberg UK, talks to PN about business, costs and conflict, and the multitude of legislative changes taking place in the UK, creating what he calls a ‘price sensitive market’.

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Paranova has supported the launch of Tesco’s new Finest smoked salmon products with its board packaging.

The post Paranova works with Farne Salmon to extend Tesco Finest smoked salmon range appeared first on Packaging News.

Rain arrives for some but is another UK heatwave on the way in September?
Some long range forecasts are suggesting autumn could be hotter and drier than average. Simon King explores whether a warm spell might be on the cards.
Sacked Ukrainian defence minister calls for presidential election
Martial law has been in place in Ukraine since February 2022, under which elections are suspended.
How Carrick's Man Utd are shaping up for Premier League season
As Manchester United prepare to start the new Premier League season at Hull on Saturday, BBC Sport examines how Michael Carrick's team will set up tactically.
Antonelli - the boy 'born in a garage' who started driving on dad's lap
Kimi Antonelli was a natural driver at the age of three, according to his dad. Here's how he went on to lead the F1 drivers' championship at the age of 19.
South Korea shortens war games with US, citing Washington request
It comes after Trump announced plans to curtail joint military exercises with South Korea, citing a "very good" relationship with North Korea's Kim Jong Un.