Packaging

Simmons to take up new role at KSP Group
Del Simmons will join KSP Group next month as the business maps out a leadership transition.

Partial amputation after film converting machine entanglement
A manufacturer of flexible packaging and laminating films has been handed a five-figure fine after a worker lost part of his finger after becoming tangled in machinery.

Amazon to install automated packaging machines across Europe
Amazon is set to deploy advanced automated packing technology across its European network – including in the UK – to improve packaging for its customers and reduce waste.

Mondi showcases uncoated paper possibilities
Mondi has produced a new book to showcase the creative possibilities of its Pergraphica premium papers range.

Hastings plans 'bold new chapter' with Wren rebrand
Luke Hastings plans to rebrand Wren Packaging as part of a “rebirth” of the business under the new name of Renaissance Packaging, but there’s still no news for former employees of Reflections Print...

Macfarlane plans share buyback, confident on outlook
Macfarlane Group is planning a £4m share buyback and has reported positive momentum and a strong performance at its manufacturing operations, despite a challenging market.

Apprenticeship award for Coveris
Global packaging manufacturer Coveris has been named Apprentice Employer of the Year for its UK operations by print training provider, Learn2Print.

James Jones acquires United Box
UK-based timber processing firm James Jones & Sons has bought United Box as part of a wider acquisition project aimed at global expansion.

EFI showcases new launches including hybrid Vutek M3h
EFI is showing its new Vutek M3h hybrid model for the first time in Europe at Fespa, and aims to capitalise on its broad product portfolio as “industry convergence” becomes a key trend.

UK mill is Boardlink's biggest trade creditor
Unsecured creditors of Boardlink were owed more than £1.5m, with the firm’s biggest substrate supplier also its largest trade creditor.