Packaging news from FPJ – Page 4
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Global Berry Congress makes impressive return
Retailers including Aldi, Lidl, Delhaize, ICA and M&S among those who attended the leading event for the global berry business
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Supply chain cost pressures remain
While raw material prices have dropped, other high inputs will keep the cost of pallets and packaging high, Fefpeb has said
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Uncover new berry trends at Global Berry Congress 2022
Fruitnet’s annual event for the international berry business returns to Rotterdam on 15 November
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MPs seek ban on plastic waste exports
Westminster’s EFRA Committee calls for ban on all UK plastic waste exports from 2027
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A sustainable business
Despite the many challenges facing the fresh produce industry, Sofrupak is working hard to stay ahead in sustainable packaging
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Ulma Packaging UK appoints new MD
James Couldwell returns to company after two years away to replace long-standing MD Chris Pickles at the helm
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Angus Soft Fruits in sustainable packaging first
Company becomes Britain’s first berry supplier to import strawberries using new SPA Airlite punnet
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Camposol reports good progress on blueberries
Increased volumes from Peru and Mexico and new proprietary premium varieties place company on secure footing
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Zespri switches to compostable labels in European markets
Move is part of marketer’s efforts to ensure that all of its packaging is 100 per cent recyclable, reusable or compostable by 2025
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Learn from the best at Global Berry Congress 2022
Hear from the industry’s leading players in Rotterdam on 15 November, and learn how the berry category will change in a post-pandemic world
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UK plastic tax registrations rise
UK Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) registrations rise as fresh deadline looms, packaging data services provider reports
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Wrap calls for more action on consumption-based emissions
NGO says a greater focus on consumption-based emissions could save 800m tonnes of CO2 emissions by 2030
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Haith Group installs £1.5m carrot grader
Produce machinery manufacturer Haith Group completes £1.5m carrot grading installation at Meade Farm Group
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Compostable solutions unpacked in new project
Cross-industry initiative receives £1.2m UK funding to investigate role compostable packaging can play in road to no plastic
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Multivac enhances tray labelling options
Top Wrap and Top Close options add to the group’s sustainable options for fresh produce
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Costs continue to increase in South Africa
News that the prices of container board products will rise is another blow for the country’s fruit export industries
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Proseal offers heat sealing classes
Training masterclasses are being offered to retailers and their suppliers to improve the quality of film sealing
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Cost-of-living crisis ‘could help veg sales’
New analysis from NielsenIQ suggests consumers may start cooking more with fresh vegetables as a cheaper alternative to meat than meat substitutes
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M&S launches recyclable tomato packs
The retailer has rolled out widely recyclable vine tomato packaging as part of 2025 sustainability target
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Used pallet demand soars as supply chains cut costs
Demand has risen to “unparalleled levels” as businesses seek to reduce costs