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SIG PACKAGING GROUP

Posted on February 11, 2021February 11, 2021 by Neesha Ramsingh-Cleary

On the 3^rd February 2021 we held our third meeting of the SIG Packaging Group.

We were joined by 25 members who heard updates on the EPR Consultation from Lee Wills of Bidfood and Nick Hoare of Greenyard.

Lee and Nick have represented the BFFF on the workshops run by INCPEN which ensured the frozen food industry had a voice at these important consultations.

The next meetings are due in March/April.

We were also joined by Lee Marshall of LARAC – a trade body for Primary Authorities. Lee shared the view on recycling and recovery of packaging from the perspective of the people who collect and recycle much of the packaging our members use and sell.

There were two very stark points made by Lee.

The first is that currently his members do not want to collect flexible film for recycling. This will be a major impediment in obtaining enough recycled material to reach the Government target of plastic containing 30% recycled material from April 2022.

The second point was that Lee estimates industry only pays about 7% of the total cost of recycling which is estimated nationally to be £807m. This indicates the challenge members face as the Government transfer this cost from Local Authorities to Industry.

In future meetings we will arrange to hear from experts to understand the role that chemical recycling can play in providing recycled content for packaging in the future.

If any member wishes to get a full update on the work of the group then please contact Jilly Wallis

THE BFFF SUPPORTS WRAPS FOOD WASTE ACTION WEEK

Posted on February 11, 2021 by Neesha Ramsingh-Cleary

Food waste is having a significant impact on climate change, with around one third of the food we produce worldwide being lost or wasted. This contributes to a staggering 8-10% of total man-made greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

Food waste relates to any food that goes unsold or unused in supermarkets or restaurants, as well as food purchased by citizens that goes uneaten.

To raise awareness, WRAP have dedicated a whole week in March to raise awareness of the environmental consequences of wasting food. The UK’s first Food Waste Action Week will run from Monday 1^st March to Sunday 7^th March 2021, bringing together citizens and organisations from retail, manufacturing, local government, hospitality and elsewhere to help demonstrate the impact of wasted food on people, on businesses and on the planet.

The BFFF have been working with WRAP to highlight the benefits of buying frozen and we are pleased that they are going to be covering this messaging during Food Waste Action Week.

Buying pre-prepared frozen food can ensure that there is greater portion control, helping to cut the amount of food being thrown away unnecessarily. In addition to that, due to the longer shelf life of frozen food, it can result in less wastage through the supply chain as it’s not as fast paced and time sensitive as the chilled market.

On the 4^th March, the BFFF are also holding their Technical conference and are pleased to have Helen White, a Special Advisor on Household Food Waste for WRAP, join us on the day as we discuss waste and sustainability. Helen works with food retailers, manufacturers and brands to engage citizens in reducing food waste and is WRAP’s spokesperson on household food waste-related matters. With expertise in strategic planning, she has played a key role in defining WRAP’s new approach to citizen food waste prevention and the re-development of Love Food Hate Waste. She provides advice, guidance and insight to Courtauld 2025 signatories and partners based on WRAP’s extensive evidence.

If you’d like to book tickets for this event, click here.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND THE CONSUMER

Posted on February 10, 2021January 9, 2026 by Neesha Ramsingh-Cleary

At this year’s Technical conference on 4^th March we will be joined by Spoon Guru Co-founder and Co-CEO, Markus Stripf who talks about AI and Point of Use Analysis Techniques.

Markus was the former Warner Music Group MD and has 15 years of experience at the forefront of the digital content and grocery business’s transition into digital. Spoon Guru is an award-winning food search & discovery platform, enabling food retailers to deliver personalised shopping experiences based on consumers’ unique dietary preferences. Spoon Guru’s mission is to transform the world of Food Search. Everywhere.

View the full programme here: Technical Conference Virtual Programme

Book your place here: https://bfff.co.uk/event/the-bfff-technical-conference/

XPO LOGISTICS NAMED A WORLD’S MOST ADMIRED COMPANY FOR FOURTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR

Posted on February 10, 2021February 10, 2021 by Hayley Mc Quade

XPO Logistics, a leading global provider of transport and logistics solutions, has been named a World’s Most Admired Company for 2021 by Fortune magazine. XPO has been recognized by Fortune as a World’s Most Admired Company every year since 2018.

Brad Jacobs, chairman and chief executive officer of XPO Logistics, said, “We thank Fortune for once again naming XPO to this select group of highly regarded companies. We’re honoured to be recognized for excellence in areas that reflect our commitment to stakeholders, including financial soundness, people management, social responsibility and the quality of our services.”

XPO was selected for this year’s recognition from among 1,500 companies in 52 industries. See XPO’s profile page on Fortune’s list of the World’s Most Admired Companies here.

MODERN SLAVERY – AN INTERVIEW SESSION WITH RUTH POULTEN

Posted on February 10, 2021January 9, 2026 by Neesha Ramsingh-Cleary

Ruth Poulten is a CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Consultant at NFU Mutual, helping to address some of society’s most pressing issues, a role she’s held for the last 10 years. She’s worked in the public, private and charitable sectors spending time on ‘both sides of the media’ at Sky News, talkSPORT, Gateshead Council and Business in the Community, the Prince’s Responsible Business Network.

She works closely with Samaritans, Farming Community Network and The Prince’s Countryside Fund looking at ways to tackle rural issues including isolation and mental health, chairs NFU Mutual’s Responsible Business Steering Group and is passionate about supporting communities and creating positive, lasting change.

We are delighted to have Ruth join us at this year’s Health & Safety Conference, sponsored by Arco Limited, where she will be talking to Shayne Tyler, Group Compliance Director at Fresca Group, who’s had ‘first hand’ experience of identifying and tackling worker exploitation and to Dr Alastair Redfern, who worked alongside Theresa May to shape the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and also Chair’s The Clewer Initiative, The Church of England’s response to modern slavery, which develops strategies to detect modern slavery and helps provide victim support and care.

You can view the full programme here: BFFF Health & Safety Conference Programme

Book your tickets here: https://bfff.co.uk/event/bfff-health-and-safety-conference/

Keep It Safe – Available Now

Posted on February 9, 2021January 9, 2026 by Sarah Collison

Keep up to date with industry news, articles, guidance and BFFF initiatives through our regular online version of Keep It Safe.

Jan / Feb 2021 edition available now

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