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CCL Industries acquires Sleever International
CCL Industries acquires Sleever International
The deal is estimated at around $151 million.
Technimark acquires Rage Custom Plastics
Technimark acquires Rage Custom Plastics
The move strengthens Technimark’s position in the medical and consumer healthcare markets.
Siemens joins the Global Impact Coalition
Siemens joins the Global Impact Coalition
The company will help to optimise operations, reduce emissions, and enable real-time operations monitoring.
Scientists from the University of Edinburgh could make a Parkinson’s drug using waste plastic
Scientists from the University of Edinburgh could make a Parkinson’s drug using waste plastic
PET waste is being broken down and transformed into L-DOPA using engineered E.coli bacteria.
ENGEL Spain strengthens customer proximity, service and access to technology in Spain
ENGEL Spain strengthens customer proximity, service and access to technology in Spain
With the rebranding of its former sales partner Roegele as ENGEL Spain, ENGEL is expanding its direct presence in the Spanish market. Since 1 April, the company has been represented in Spain by its own subsidiary.
Exchange for Change confirms interest in managing Welsh DRS

The management organisation appointed to oversee several deposit return schemes (DRSs) for drinks containers across the UK has put itself forward to potentially lead implementation work in Wales.

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‘Uncertainty, compliance and supply challenges hit outlook’ for wood pallet and packaging sector

Changes to regulations, supply constraints, fuel prices impacts material costs, wider cost issues, and ongoing economic uncertainty are set to create some of the most challenging conditions for the wood pallet and packaging sector in the year ahead, according to TIMCON.

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Zotefoams launches Global Partner Programme

Zotefoams foams are widely used for protective packaging, particularly for high-value or sensitive products.

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Folding cartons specialist Reelvision Print appoints new MD

Reelvision Print, a UK-based manufacturer of folding cartons, sleeves wallets and shelf ready packaging, has appointed Stuart Beeson as managing director.

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Interplas 2026 | FANUC to showcase ‘next-level productivity’ on blister lines with new ROBOSHOT model

The latest model in FANUC’s all-electric, energy-saving range of injection moulding machines will take centre stage on stand at Interplas 2026.

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Skydiver's death at aerodrome under investigation
Skydiver's death at aerodrome under investigation
A man in his 50s has been confirmed dead at Headcorn Aerodrome in Ashford, Kent.
Police officer jailed for killing woman in crash
Police officer jailed for killing woman in crash
Mark Roberts was responding to reports of a choking baby when he hit a motorbike, a court hears.
Hearts and Celtic given potential final-day title decider
Hearts and Celtic given potential final-day title decider
Heart of Midlothian and Celtic face a potential, final-day title decider in Glasgow on Saturday, 16 May after the Scottish Professional Football League announced the Premiership's post-split fixtures.
Maguire signs one-year contract at Man Utd
Maguire signs one-year contract at Man Utd
Former captain Harry Maguire signs a new one-year contract with Manchester United.
One dead as train travelling 99mph collides with lorry in France
One dead as train travelling 99mph collides with lorry in France
The lorry driver is in custody after the train driver died during the collision in northern France.