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News Release from: WRAP | Subject: Recycled PET in Retail Packagin conference
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 22 December 2006
Conference Puts Case For Recycling PET
In Packs
The business case for using recycled PET plastic in packaging will be demonstrated at a WRAP (Waste and Resources Action Programme) conference to be held on February 6, 2007.
The business case for using recycled PET plastic in packaging will be demonstrated at a WRAP (Waste and Resources Action Programme) conference to be held on February 6, 2007 'The Opportunity for Recycled PET in Retail Packaging' event is open to those involved in the manufacture, supply, retailing and recycling of PET packaging and will feature talks from organisations such as The Coca Cola Company, Amcor, Marks and Spencer, the Food Standards Agency, Nextek, Recoup and WRAP
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 25 Apr 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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WRAP said that the The conference will put the spotlight on the business advantages of using recycled PET, available and future technology, regulation and legislation, material supply of food and non-food grade PET, existing users of PET and consumer perceptions.
It will demonstrate how using recycled PET in packaging can deliver compelling commercial, environmental and strategic benefits for suppliers and retailers alike, with proven technology and standards, added the organisation.
Peter Skelton, from WRAP's retail team, said: "The conference will highlight the potential for the widespread use of recycled PET in retail packaging by showcasing high profile and practical examples and informing the sector of significant changes in the availability and supply of food grade recycled PET.
PET is one of the most common packaging materials for food and drink and by using recycled content, the industry can gain significant commercial and business advantages." The event will take place from 10.00am to 4.00pm at One Whitehall Place, London (UK).
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