Food & Drink Manufacturing UK May–June 2026: sustainability, packaging innovation, food waste reduction and regulatory change in UK food manufacturing.
This issue examines the sector’s shift to a circular economy, spotlighting food waste reduction initiatives (Company Shop Group’s 1 billion redistributed items; Lidl GB’s 70% waste cut target by 2030) and sustainable packaging breakthroughs—lightweight glass from McGuigan Wines, SIG’s aluminium‑free aseptic cartons, and material‑reducing solutions from Poly‑clip System and DataLase. We cover biodegradable adhesives from Power Adhesives, the impact of the EU PPWR on labelling and recycling, and operational pressures such as Aggreko’s findings on F‑gas compliance, ageing infrastructure and upgrade costs. Essential reading for manufacturers, packaging designers and sustainability leads navigating regulation, cost pressures and innovation.
