Author name: Phil Nicholls

Deliveroo has launched a new packaging box for food delivery, featuring a locking mechanism design developed by Sheffield Hallam University’s award-winning apprentices. The new packaging, which has already hit the Deliveroo packaging webstore, is the result of a unique three-way partnership between Deliveroo, packaging producer Biopak and Sheffield Hallam University. The partnership was formed as […]

Severn Trent Green Power (STGP) has confirmed that construction will shortly begin on four new solar parks, representing the diversification of its green energy portfolio which currently generates 335GWh per year, enough to power around 120,000 homes. This project represents a major milestone for STGP entering the solar market, supporting the UK’s transition to a

Exolum, Methanex Corporation and Ørsted, have announced the launch of the United Kingdom’s first commercially ready bio-methanol storage and supply service for shipping at the Port of Immingham. The Port of Immingham is the U.K.’s largest port by cargo volume and a critical gateway for energy and bulk materials, making it an important hub for

Eurocell, the UK’s leading manufacturer and recycler of PVC-U windows and doors, has announced the expansion of its successful recycling partnership with Biffa, following a highly effective trial designed to help the trade recycle more post-consumer PVC-U waste than ever before. The initiative, which has already diverted over 85 tonnes of domestic PVC-U from landfill,

McCain Foods, the UK’s largest manufacturer of prepared potato products, has announced plans to launch a new Farm of the Future in North Yorkshire, home of McCain’s GB headquarters for over 50 years. In partnership with the University of Leeds, this is McCain’s third commercial-scale research and innovation site to trial regenerative agriculture practices, marking

STADLER Anlagenbau GmbH, the globally active German company specialising in the planning, production and assembly of turnkey sorting plants, has successfully completed the comprehensive modernisation of the BZB (Bizkaiko Zabor Berziklategia) light packaging sorting plant in Amorebieta-Extano, Bizkaia. The upgraded facility was officially inaugurated on January 27th, 2026, with representatives from BZB, Ecoembes, STADLER and

G-SEL’s Partnerships Director, Joy Osomiamhe-O, said: “Energy access is not just about infrastructure; it is about empowerment, opportunities and connections that enable individuals and communities to thrive. It’s about ensuring that people have the resources they need to improve their lives, build sustainable futures, and participate fully in the global economy.” Global Sustainable Education & Leadership (GSEL)

Joakim Tuvesson, Vice President Materials & Package at Tetra Pak commented: “By expanding our facilities and strengthening strategic partnerships, we aim to make our innovative paper-based barrier accessible to more customers, accelerating their transition to sustainable packaging materials. We look forward to starting production and welcoming first customers to the new pilot plant in the

Janice Narainsamy, senior product development engineer at Amcor, said, “Paper-based packaging combines strong shelf appeal with a well-established perception of sustainability. With the right barrier performance, it can also deliver the protection needed for demanding applications like chocolate. Alter Eco’s transition to AmFiber™ Performance Paper demonstrates this in a real market context, delivering a significant

“Fragrance recycling highlights why this experience matters. These products are used at scale but are typically binned after use. Through Reselfridges, we’re applying our established take-back solution in a department store environment, where even the hardest-to-recycle items can be captured at scale in meaningful volumes and recovered safely,” said Group Director, MYGroup Steve Carrie. MYGroup