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Central Pharma to double floorspace as imports boom
EXCLUSIVE – Contract packer Central Pharma’s managing director has given a bullish outlook for UK manufacturing as he announced new expansion to double the size of his company’s premises.
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Jobs under threat at AGI Shorewood’s Ebbw Vale plant
AGI Shorewood has confirmed plans to close its paper and board packaging factory in Ebbw Vale, putting around 60 jobs under threat.

Sappi’s speciality division on course for further growth
Paper maker Sappi’s speciality division is proving to be profitable and growing, according to the group’s chief executive.

Coffee capsules aid RPC to boost profit
Rigid plastic packaging firm RPC has revealed that pharmaceutical devices and coffee capsules have helped it to increase its adjusted profit befo... more
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Sun builds on its £2.5bn packaging empire | Profile
Private equity group Sun Capital Partners has amassed a global portfolio of packaging businesses since 2005. Josh Brooks met with its senior mana... more
Curtain falls on a packed 2011 | Review of the year
So that was 2011. The last 12 months have flown by and, as always, there was plenty to keep the industry on its toes. From green legislation and ... more

Funkin cartons mix it up in cocktail sector | Case study
Funkin Cocktails is creating a market for pre-prepared mixers – and its packs need to hold their own against the spirits that complete the drin... more
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