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Double Triumph at the UK Packaging Awards
Polytag recently celebrated a significant milestone, achieving dual honours at the UK Packaging Awards. Winning Gold for Innovation of the Year for our collaborative project with Ocado Retail Ltd and receiving a Highly Commended accolade for our CSR initiative with Co-op, these awards recognise our efforts in pioneering digital deposit return schemes and enhancing packaging…
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The RECOUP Plastic Resource and Recycling Conference 2023
Recently, Polytag’s Project Manager, Rosa Knox-Bradley, participated in the RECOUP Plastic Resource and Recycling Conference 2023, a pivotal gathering within the plastics recycling sector. This event not only fostered connections among SMEs, NGOs, and government bodies but also showcased groundbreaking solutions driving the industry forward. The conference was a vibrant platform for discussing future-oriented strategies…
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Ocado Retail gives 20p back to customers that recycle its milk bottles in world-first with Polytag
Ocado Retail is set to launch a groundbreaking recycling incentive program, a first in the world, where customers can earn 20p for each Ocado Own-Brand milk bottle they recycle. By scanning a unique QR code on the bottle and using the Bower app, consumers can directly receive their rewards, demonstrating a practical and convenient digital…
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Polytag delivers on-pack QR codes with Blighty Booch Kombucha
Polytag has teamed up with Blighty Booch to revolutionize direct-to-consumer sales and engagement using unique-every-time QR codes. This partnership enables Blighty Booch to offer detailed product information, health benefits, and direct shopping links via customisable landing pages. The innovative QR code solution also provides valuable consumer insights, helping shape future marketing strategies and boosting sales.…
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Introducing the New Polytag Website: A Fresh Look and Exciting Features!
We are excited to announce the launch of our new Polytag website! Redesigned with you in mind, our site now offers an enriched user experience with enhanced features like detailed insights into QR and Invisible Tag Technology, updated blog content, and direct access to our expert team. Dive into our world to explore innovative solutions…
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Co-op Employs Polytag’s Recycling Technology
Co-op is setting a new standard in sustainable packaging by partnering with Polytag to apply unique QR codes and UV tags to its own-label spring water bottles. This initiative provides unparalleled visibility into the recycling journey of each bottle, offering real-time data to Co-op and supporting the advancement of a circular recycling economy. The technology…
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Aldi becomes latest retailer to seek more recycling information
Aldi is intensifying its environmental initiatives by focusing on acquiring more detailed recycling information, a move that underscores its commitment to sustainability. This effort aims to refine the retailer’s packaging strategies and contribute significantly to broader ecological objectives, demonstrating Aldi’s proactive approach in promoting responsible recycling practices among its consumers and within its supply chain.
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Digital Deposit Return Scheme innovator Polytag develops UV tag reading technology to enable brands to trace packaging through circular economy
Polytag, a leader in recycling technology, has developed UV tag reading technology to enhance packaging traceability within the circular economy. This innovative solution, created with the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, provides detailed lifecycle data, aiding brands, legislators, and recycling operators in improving recycling rates and complying with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). Discover how Polytag is…
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Polytag’s CEO responds to Society of Independent Brewers’s Letter to the Welsh Government
In a detailed response to the Society of Independent Brewers, Polytag CEO Alice Rackley emphasises the necessity of a unified approach to the UK’s Deposit Return Scheme (DRS). Rackley outlines Polytag’s commitment to a hybrid DRS model, combining digital solutions with traditional methods to address legislative uncertainties, prevent fraud, and ensure compatibility with existing recycling…
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The Grocer: Broken promises: is setting environmental targets doing more harm than good?
Explore the impact of ambitious but unmet environmental targets set by brands and retailers. Polytag CEO Alice Rackley discusses with The Grocer how improved data accuracy can drive genuine sustainability progress and help companies meet their environmental goals more effectively.
