Ireland could double tax on plastic bags
The Irish tax on plastic bags could double under proposals tabled in a new bill due to be published next month.
Archives for September 27, 2009
New servo boosts packaging reliability with recycled corrugated materials
Improved reliability and speed, particularly when working with recycled corrugated materials, are claimed for the new motion-enhanced Pin and Dome system from Wexxar Packaging.
BOPP industry powerbase shifting from West to East - Report
Significant adjustments in the BOPP industry are currently taking place as the balance of power shifts from North America and Europe to the Middle East and Asia, according to new research.
Folic acid may also boost baby’s behaviour
Recommendations to increase folic acid intakes during the early stages of pregnancy may reduce mental and emotional health problems in children, says a new study.
New Indian can-end plant signals soaring canned food sales
A new metal easy open can-end manufacturing plant is planned for Mysore, Karnataka state, southern India.
Sonoco’s packaging business gets a new sustainability brand
Packaging giant Sonoco is to launch a new umbrella brand for its packaging solutions and recycling services to showcase their sustainability credentials.
The benefits of a probiotic witch hunt
Get your pitchforks ready! There are evil-doers out there! We’ve been conned: Probiotics don’t work. Dannon’s settling out of court, EFSA’s rejecting health claims, and the media is starting a witch hunt.