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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.

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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.

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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

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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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The Flora Tea Company has created a unique carton design with the help of design agency Abstract Group and Antalis McNaughton's Trucard folding b... more

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