Packaging

EU closing the loop on packaging from 2025
The European Commission has unveiled new packaging regulations that will take effect from 2025, and require all packaging used in the bloc to be recyclable by 2030.

Marpak adds third Bobst after efficiency drive
Carton finishing specialist Marpak installed a Bobst Alpina 110 A3 folder-gluer, marking the latest step in a 20-year relationship with the finishing machine manufacturer.

S&W installs UK first Cleartech ejection rubber cutter
Nottingham die forme manufacturer S&W Cutting Formes has installed the UK’s first Cleartech X-Pro 1311 plotter-drawer-cutter.

Printers await further details on new Energy Bills Discount Scheme
Some, but not all parts of the industry will benefit from enhanced support under the government’s new pared back Energy Bills Discount Scheme, amid a warning from the FSB that thousands of SME...

Director banned for false Covid support claims
The director of a packaging supplies business has received a lengthy ban for fraudulently claiming a large amount of Covid support the business was not eligible to receive.

Sirane ups capacity with new Bobst
Flexible pouch manufacturer Sirane Group is set to install the first Bobst Vision CI flexo press in the UK.

DS Smith appoints new finance director
DS Smith has appointed a new group finance director and executive director to its board, with effect from incumbent Adrian Marsh’s retirement next summer.

Stora Enso seeks buyer for Chinese board production site
Stora Enso has announced its intention to sell its consumer board production site in Beihai, China.

Mayr-Melnhof sells Russian sites
The Mayr-Melnhof Group has sold its two packaging sites in Russia.

Koenig & Bauer expands UK team
Koenig & Bauer is beefing up its UK service and project management team as it prepares for a busy period of complex press installations.