As thoughts move to 2026 and what the second half of the decade might bring, we speak to some of the innovators working to make a more productive future come to pass. Technology has always been at the heart of packaging. In the 1800s, state-of-the-art machinery was used to drive innovations in box making, bag […]
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The bulk material handling experts will feature the CablePro™ Tubular Drag Conveyor at Booth 420 Hapman, a global leader in the design and manufacture of custom bulk material handling equipment, is excited to announce its exhibition at The Almond Conference, taking place December 10–12, 2025, in Sacramento, California. Attendees are invited to visit Hapman at […]
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The Board of Logistics UK is delighted to announce the appointment of Ben Fletcher as CEO. Ben joins on 1st December and will take on his full responsibilities from the start of the new year. Ben joins Logistics UK after enjoying a highly successful career including, most recently, senior roles within Make UK where he held […]
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Discover how paper is reinventing packaging at Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026, where creativity, sustainability, and innovation converge. For decades, paper has quietly been the backbone of communication, packaging, and creative expression. It has wrapped gifts, carried words, and protected products, yet in recent years it has been asked to do far more. Sustainability is […]
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As consumers become more conscious of their food choices, there is a noticeable shift in how taste is perceived and delivered. The demand for complex, indulgent flavours is rising, especially in plant-based and better-for-you foods. Manufacturers are responding to this shift by developing bolder, cleaner, and more layered taste experiences that meet the growing desire […]
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Minebea Intec, a leading global manufacturer of industrial weighing and inspection technologies, is setting the course for further international growth: With the return of Frank Wieland as Chief Sales Officer (CSO), the company is sending a clear signal to strengthen its global sales activities. “Our markets are global, and we want to consistently expand our […]
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Ahead of Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026, Emma Bourne and Claire Dillaney of DEFRA, together with Jeremy Blake of PackUK, reveal how government, industry, and intermediaries are aligning to deliver the UK’s most ambitious system of packaging reform. In the quiet momentum of industry transformation, some shifts are felt more than they are seen. Across […]
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Co-op, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) and Special Olympics Great Britain (GB) have collaborated again to launch a second burst of their ‘Meals that Matter’ national fundraising and awareness campaign, inviting customers to support inclusive sports by purchasing participating Co-op meal deals in stores or online. Running now until the 9th December across Co-op stores and […]
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Accessing a Gravity Metal Detector’s reject device and removing it from service for deep cleans and maintenance can be difficult when the reject mechanism is enclosed. To address some of the most common issues encountered in gravity metal detection, Fortress Technology has designed a roll-out reject device to support faster changeovers and better hygiene practices. […]
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As the peak shopping season approaches, retailers are putting the finishing touches to their seasonal strategies, to ensure shelves and online channels are well stocked to meet consumer demand. Last year’s UK Black Friday and Christmas sales showed a mixed performance. Despite a strong Black Friday, the entire 2024 festive period was somewhat lacklustre for retailers, […]
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