Blog topic
Plastic food & drink packaging

We welcomed many customers and met new faces at our stand at the Packaging Innovations show, NEC on Wednesday 12th and Thursday 13th February 2025!   Thank you for visiting us if you were one of those...

Throughout the 20 years of supporting our clients and partners with their packaging requirements, we have noted many trends and events impact on businesses around the world. With this amassed experience and knowledge of the market, we have put together our predictions for the year ahead. It is sometimes impossible to predict exactly what might happen in the future (COVID-pandemic anyone?!), although here are some trends we think it’s worth being aware of that may bring both challenges and opportunities to food and drinks industry businesses…

Aegg was recently asked to write an article aimed at cafe and coffee house retailers, providing advice on the sustainable packaging options available for these types of venues.  Here is our article:

Aegg will be exhibiting at All4Pack stand Hall 5A on 4-7 November 2024 in Paris, France.  Come and visit us!

What does the plastics packaging tax mean for food businesses?

In April 2022, the UK Government brought in the Plastics Packaging Tax, where the importer or manufacturer of plastic packaging pays £200 tax per tonne on plastic packaging produced in, or imported into the UK, that does not contain at least 30% recycled plastic. In 2024, the scheme continues to be implemented, although the cost per tonne has increased in line with inflation to £217.85 per tonne.

Did you know: In addition to Aegg’s in-house UK manufacturing unit, Aegg also manufactures recyclable plastic food packaging through its exclusive manufacturing partner in Bulgaria?

Come and visit us at Stand K62 at the NEC Packaging Innovations show, Birmingham on Wednesday 21st and Thursday 22nd February 2024!

Every year, around 15,000 new food products are introduced into the marketplace.  

Discover the perfect packaging for your Christmas desserts, starters and drinks. Explore our festive packaging options that will make your treats even more delightful.  We have many packaging items in stock now, or we can work with you on future Christmas ranges...

In line with Aegg's commitment to advancing sustainability efforts, the company has made a significant investment in cutting-edge electric forklift trucks.