Packaging

Wren Printed Packaging closes as adminstrators move in

Wren Printed Packaging has fallen into administration, with the business subsequently closed and all staff made redundant.

Digital drives advances in pack portfolio

Staying ahead of the crowd means knowing how - and when - to change up a gear

Strike action suspended at Crown Liverpool

Industrial action at Crown Speciality Packaging has been called off after the company announced a restructure that could halve its print department.

Scotland confirms standardised tobacco packaging plans

The Scottish government has confirmed its commitment to introducing standardised tobacco packaging, after England delays similar proposals.

Royal visit marks opening of James Cropper pioneering recycling plant

Paper group James Cropper has developed technology capable of recycling millions of disposable coffee cups into the highest-quality papers for luxury brands.

Novograf invests in Kongsberg XP44 cutting table

Branding specialist Novograf has purchased a Kongsberg XP44 cutting table after seeing it at Fespa.

Medica Packaging invests in Horizon digital folder

Benson Group's specialist healthcare packaging division, Medica Packaging, has invested in a Horizon AF-406T6A small-format digital folder for its facility in Crewe.

Edale and AB Graphics launch converting line for Indigo 20000

Specialist web manufacturer Edale and post-press kit supplier AB Graphics have unveiled a jointly developed converting system for the HP Indigo 20000 digital press, the Digicon 3000.

Printers strike at Bootle packaging firm

The print unit at Merseyside-based Crown Speciality Packaging is in the midst of industrial action after management allegedly reneged on an agreed pay increase.

International Paper extends distribution contract with Warren Board

US paper giant International Paper (IP) has renewed its exclusive UK and Ireland distribution contract with Warren Board Sales while increasing its stock range.