MEPs expected to pass EU packaging laws
The British pint of milk is unlikely to be at risk when the European Parliament votes on proposals to change EU packaging laws for consumer goods this week, says a spokesperson to www.DairyReporter.com.
Archives for January 30, 2006
BASF, Dow raise plastic resin prices in Europe
BASF today joined Dow in raising the prices in Europe for plastic packaging, a bid by both companies to pass on high raw material and energy costs.
European Commission investigates Chupa Chups over state aid
The European Commission has launched an open inquiry into lollipop maker Chupa Chups to establish if a €35 million loan granted by Spain's Catalonian government breaks EU competition rules.
Weight Watchers and Whitman's link up for new chocolate line
Whitman's Candies, the US maker of boxed chocolate assortments, has joined forces with Weight Watchers to launch a new line of products.