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Continuous improvement in packaging sector ''welcomed''

23 February 2010
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Continuous improvement in packaging sector ''welcomed''Manufacturing management in the field of bioplastics is crucial for the sector to see the full benefits of innovation.

This is according to Peter Woodall, spokesperson for the Packaging and Films Association. He commented after the invention of a new sugar-based compostable plastic was announced last week, having been developed at Imperial College London by a team of scientists from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council.

Although developments like this are potentially great for the sector, compliance with regulatory requirements and a full understanding of how they are fit for purpose is very important, he said.

"The objective is always to ensure the utmost resource efficiency," Mr Woodall explained. "What is important is that the whole life cycle of materials is taken into account."

He added that while new products are useful for the manufacturing industry, conventional plastics are already good at demonstrating environmental best practice and enabling consumers to reduce, reuse and recycle.
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