Tag: Amcor

Amcor and Burts team up to launch crisps packs with 55% post-consumer recycled materials

Stuart Mitchell

Amcor, a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, has commissioned a survey of over 2,000 UK consumers* to understand what drives crisp-buying decisions. The study found that 1 in 3 UK consumers (30%) consider the environmental impact of the packaging when buying crisps. This proves to be particularly important for younger consumers, with 43% of 18-44 year-olds agreeing they are more likely to consider the environmental impact, compared to 20% of over 45 year-olds. The research – completed in August 2025 – underscores the collaboration between Amcor…

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Greenback and Amcor partner to bring advanced recycling to the UK

Stuart Mitchell

Greenback Recycling Technologies is proud to announce the first U.K. deployment of its Enval® advanced recycling module at global packaging leader Amcor’s facility in Heanor, Derbyshire, where it will undergo a six-month commissioning and trial phase. This significant step marks the first time Greenback’s modular chemical recycling technology is hosted by a global packaging leader in Europe. The partnership with Amcor aims to showcase the potential for co-locating modular recycling units within existing industrial infrastructure — bringing the circular economy closer to reality. The module’s installation at Heanor will provide…

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Zest Powers Up EV Charging Location Growth with Plaswood Fencing

Stuart Mitchell

A bespoke fencing solution developed by Amcor’s Plaswood business has been selected by Zest Eco, one of the UK’s fastest-growing electric vehicle (EV) charge point operators, for use across its national network of charging sites. The Plaswood fencing – manufactured from at least 95% recycled plastic and recyclable at end of life where facilities exist – forms part of Zest’s wider strategy to build lower impact EV charging locations for local authorities, brands, and public destinations. As a Certified B Corp, Zest sought a solution that aligned with its core…

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Upgraded Recycling Facility in the UK Expands Amcor’s Recycling Capabilities

Stuart Mitchell

Amcor, a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, has completed significant upgrades to its recycling facility in Heanor, UK — a key milestone in its strategy to expand high-performance recycling infrastructure in Europe and support the transition to a circular economy. The Heanor facility plays a vital role in converting post-consumer and industrial flexible plastic waste into high-quality recycled polymers, which are then used in Amcor’s flexible packaging applications across multiple markets. Recent investments — including the modernization of its wash plant and upgrades to quality and…

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Amcor and Flügger introduce paint container with 50% recycled material and a fresh new look

Stuart Mitchell

Amcor, a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, has launched, in partnership with Flügger, a new, more material-efficient and eye-catching paint container made with 50% post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic, featuring a custom blue color that aligns closely with Flügger’s brand identity. The new container is part of Flügger’s strategic ambition to reduce the use of virgin plastic by increasing the share of recycled materials in its packaging without compromising product quality or user experience. It also meets the requirements of several voluntary labelling schemes, such as the…

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