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Glass Not Included In UK Deposit Return Scheme Plan

The UK's Labour environment minister Mary Creagh, has sparked a backlash from environmental groups after confirming glass would not be included in the Depo...

Lidl Is First Retailer In Ireland To Hit 100 Million DRS Returns

Lidl Ireland has become the first retailer to hit 100 million Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) returns, with the retailer processing almost a fifth of Ireland&r...

SPAR Slovenia Reports 13.6% Revenue Growth In FY 2023

SPAR Slovenia posted robust financial results in its financial year 2023 with gross turnover reaching €1.2 billion, marking a year-over-year increase...

TOMRA Unveils New TOMRA R2 Reverse Vending Machine

TOMRA Collection has launched the the TOMRA R2 reverse vending machine (RVM), expanding its range of recycling options to cater for smaller stores.

Times Are Changing: What Does The EU Green Deal Mean For The Packaging Sector?

With 94% of consumers saying it’s a brand’s responsibility to create products that are not harmful to the earth, it was only a matter of time b...

DS Smith Launches Service To Enable Businesses To Evaluate Packaging Recyclability

DS Smith has launched a new service to enable businesses to evaluate the recyclability levels of their packaging.

Finland's K Group Embarks On Packaging Research Project

Finnish retailer K Group has announced its involvement in a major research project with the aim of making Finland a pioneer in the reuse of packaging.