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Industry analysis notes "surging" plastic costs and demand from Iran conflict
5+ hour, 20+ min ago (928+ words) By PN Staff 18 May 2026 Global demand for recycled plastics has rapidly increased in response to the onset of the recent conflict between the US and Iran, new industry research claims. The Bureau of International Recycling (BIR) says that the conflict…...
The Label Makers delivers foil labels for haircare brand
5+ hour, 58+ min ago (223+ words) By Waqas Qureshi 18 May 2026 The Label Makers has created holographic foil labels for the Head Candy Professional Peptide Range from Inline Health and Beauty. The labels were designed by Cann Creative and were developed in late 2025 and completed in early…...
Glass sector warns over impact of rising environmental costs
6+ hour, 42+ min ago (73+ words) By Waqas Qureshi 18 May 2026 UK glass manufacturers have warned that rising environmental levies and energy-related costs could threaten investment and long-term competitiveness within the sector. FPA: UK recycling infrastructure facing growing pressure amid policy changes Vidrala first quarter profits rise…...
Amcor launches 38mm container handle for beverage market
3+ day, 51+ min ago (180+ words) By Waqas Qureshi 15 May 2026 Amcor has launched a new 38mm carry handle for PET containers. The development targets water and other non-carbonated beverages and fits bottles with a 38 mm neck. It is suitable for large PET containers of up to 10 litres....
UK Packaging Awards | New Packaging Printer of the Year category
3+ day, 1+ hour ago (208+ words) By Waqas Qureshi 15 May 2026 Packaging News has announced several new categories to the UK Packaging Awards 2026, with a focus on printers. Printing is usually a crucial element of a packaging product " the quality of the print on packs can often…...
JDO rebrands Deli Kitchen flatbread
4+ day, 2+ hour ago (179+ words) By Waqas Qureshi 14 May 2026 Independent brand design agency JDO has rebranded flatbread brand Deli Kitchen. JDO partnered with Deli Kitchen to clarify its positioning and create an identity and packaging design system that increases visibility and drives growth. The new…...
Goplasticpallets. com launches bale arm crates
5+ day, 3+ hour ago (143+ words) By PN Staff 13 May 2026 Goplasticpallets. com has launched two new bale arm crates, designed to help retailers and fulfilment centres optimise their supply chains and maximise storage space across their facilities. Manufactured by Gamma-Wopla, the Go Maxi 64300 bale arm crates…...
Dua Lipa lawsuit alleges Samsung used her image on TV packaging without permission
5+ day, 3+ hour ago (76+ words) By Waqas Qureshi 13 May 2026 British artist Dua Lipa has filed a lawsuit in the USA against "Samsung Electronics, alleging the South Korean tech giant featured a copyrighted "image on cardboard boxes containing "televisions. The singer is apparently seeking at least…...
Terra Cycle to host webinar on EPR "Red-rating" penalties
1+ week, 4+ day ago (200+ words) By Waqas Qureshi 7 May 2026 Terra Cycle is holding a free webinar to assess and explore EPR charges rolling out through the packaging supply chain, titles Decoding the Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM) & the Role of Take-Back Schemes. Taking place 12pm, 21 May, the…...
Mondi produces brown paper packaging with white digital printing for Riedel Glas
1+ week, 4+ day ago (246+ words) By Tony Corbin 6 May 2026 Mondi has produced innovative packaging made of brown kraftliner with white digital printing for its long-standing customer Riedel Glas to support the market launch of the All American Bourbon glass series. The intricate design " with fine…...