Solidus UK wraps up future game plan package

Packaging specialist Solidus has unveiled a £6million investment and expansion package to further develop and grow all areas of its UK business, a 50:50 split between new plant and machinery and the company’s expanding property portfolio. It also heralds a new era for Solidus with the inception of a standalone ‘one-stop’ UK business model incorporating […]

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Scotmas Secures £2.2 million Investment led by Maven to Drive Innovation in Water Disinfection Technology

Scottish Borders-based, Scotmas, an industry leader in environmentally friendly water disinfection solutions, has secured £2.2 million in equity funding to support its international expansion plans. Scotmas, a second-generation family-owned water treatment and disinfection firm based in Kelso in the Scottish Borders, employs 50 staff and specialises in the application of Chlorine Dioxide (ClO₂) technology. This […]

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Two Blues Solar installs fully funded solar system for ForFarmers

Two Blues Solar (TBS), a renewable energy provider that funds 100% of the solar installation cost for businesses, announces the completion of a 165 kWp system at ForFarmers’ Newcastle-under-Lyme site. The fully funded project included roof repairs and was completed in just eight weeks, enabling immediate energy cost savings for this leading European livestock feed provider. The 388 […]

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The BCMPA Launches New Outsourcing Campaign at Packaging Innovations to Mark 25th Anniversary

The BCMPA – the Association for Contract Manufacturing, Packing, Fulfilment & Logistics – will celebrate its 25th anniversary at this year’s Packaging Innovations & Empack show by unveiling its #outsourcingis campaign. This new initiative aims to define the value of outsourcing, demonstrating how BCMPA members can support brands and retailers with enhanced operational efficiency. “Many […]

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Cimbali Group and Things5 together to bring generative AI to CES 2025 in Las Vegas

Cimbali Group, a global leader in the design and manufacturing of professional espresso machines, and Visup, a company specialised in technological innovation, through its flagship brand Things5, are presenting a solution poised to transform how machines interact with users and provide substantial support for maintenance services and after-sales assistance. At CES, Cimbali Group and Things5 […]

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Thermistors Vs PRT Detectors

Thermistors and PRT detectors  are both types of temperature sensors commonly used in various applications, but they have different characteristics and are suited to different purposes. Here are some benefits of each: Benefits of Thermistors: High Sensitivity: Thermistors are highly sensitive to temperature changes, making them suitable for applications requiring precise temperature measurement. Wide Operating […]

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McGuigan Wines to Launch 300g Lightweight Bottle, Leading Sustainability Changes in the UK Wine Industry  

McGuigan Wines, part of Australian Vintage and one of Australia’s most awarded wine brands, has announced a major sustainability milestone by transitioning key ranges in its portfolio to a new, super lightweight 300g glass bottle. This move represents a significant step forward in the brand’s commitment to reducing its environmental impact, with plans to implement […]

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Rocol announces appointment of new vice president & general manager

Globally renowned manufacturer of specialty industrial lubricants and high-performance products, ROCOL, has announced the appointment of Graeme Tweddle as the new Vice President and General Manager of ITW Fluids Europe. The UK-based company states that this appointment reinforces its central mission to deliver superior energy efficiency, enhance user safety, and support customers operating in the […]

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Biggest drinks trends for 2025

Jo Taylorson, head of marketing and product management at Kingsland Drinks, shares insights on the key areas to watch out for in 2025, looking at incoming drinks trends in wine, spirits, RTDs, no and low alcohol, packaging and sustainability. 2025 will do doubt be the year the drinks industry truly feels the repercussions of the […]

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