British Plastics Federation

10/01/2025

The confetti has settled, the champagne flutes are back in the cupboard, and you're on your seventeenth 'Happy New Year' chat of the day. Welcome to January, a time for resolutions, fresh starts, and figuring out how to type again.

But whether you’re feeling ready to take on the world or still dusting off biscuit crumbs from your desk, here's a checklist to help you get back into the swing of things and set yourself up for success...

How to Ease Back Into Work After the Holidays: https://www.bpf.co.uk/article/new-year-same-desk-3712.aspx

23/09/2024

And just like that GRIPS 2024 is complete!! With over 400 people attending at the The University of Sheffield last week, and roughly 200 online, the event had a truly global reach and was an undeniable success!

Huge thank you to all who came! Get all the details here: https://www.bpf.co.uk/article/grips-2024-a-great-success-3644.aspx

27/08/2024

Are you watching the this season? 🏟️⚽️

Did you know that plastics actually play a crucial role in the games?

Learn more about how power the premiere league: https://www.bpf.co.uk/article/plastics-in-football-3599.aspx

06/03/2024

💡For later this week, we dived into history to celebrate the brilliance of 5 remarkable women who have left an indelible mark on our world through plastics🚀

From windshield wipers, to bullet proof vests, and even glasses… their contributions have reshaped industries and paved the way for the world we live in today.

Check out this fascinating article to learn more about their incredible achievements.

🌟 Read more: https://lnkd.in/e2QFwd9z

05/03/2024

With a rising effort to reduce single-use plastics, there are 5 companies truly reshaping the landscape of plastic packaging...

Check out this insightful article to learn more about their innovative approaches and contributions to sustainability🌱📦

Read more: www.bpf.co.uk/article/5-companies-that-are-redefining-plastic-packaging-3510.aspx

25/12/2023

Merry Christmas! In a year marked by challenges and triumphs, we are proud to be part of an industry that embraces innovation, fosters collaboration, and champions sustainability.

Thank you all, whether you're a member of the BPF or simply follow us here for industry updates and interesting facts... we look forward to working together to advance the plastics industry in the coming year.

22/06/2023

The Climate Change Agreement (CCA) scheme is still open to new applications until 30 September 2023! 🌍💚

New entrants will be eligible to receive up to 92% reduced rates on the Climate Change Levy (CCL) charge on their energy invoices from 1 Jan 2024 through 31 March 2027.

Visit www.bpf.co.uk/cca for further information.

19/06/2023

Don't forget that next week is the second BPF Career Ambassador Training session! ⏰

The all-day training session is free to attend and teaches Ambassadors about safeguarding, how to engage with local schools and keep students attentive. After the training, you will become a BPF ambassador, Cogent SIP Ambassador and STEM Ambassador.

Find out more:

A free training session for plastics industry representatives on how to engage with their local schools.

08/05/2023

FINAL DAY for the ARMO 2023 early bird discount! 🏷️📢

The ARMO 2023 international rotational moulding conference will take place in Poland this September. Featuring over 30 speakers, 50 trade stands, and around 500 attendees... it's not one to miss.

Learn more and make the most of the discount on it's last day: bit.ly/3pa341Y 🏃‍♂️

03/05/2023

"The BPF is pleased to see the government announce that it will be launching a consultation on allowing to be a method for calculating recycled content within the Plastic Packaging Tax. However, we are calling on the government to release this consultation imminently.

Mass balance methodology is the only chain of custody method that will enable the industry to grow - maximising the amount of plastic the UK is able to .

The lack of clarity to date has prevented companies from investing in the UK and some have looked elsewhere to build facilities."

Read the full response: https://lnkd.in/dcpsAwQs

27/03/2023

Why sign up for Operation Clean Sweep®? 🌎

➡Contributes to improving water quality and wildlife
➡Protects the reputation of your company and the plastics industry
➡Form part of your sustainability/environmental initiatives
➡Prevent slips, trips and falls within your facilities
➡Improves operational efficiency

With over 300 signatories, it's time for you to make your commitment to protecting the aquatic environment

Sign up now: https://bit.ly/3QBYUbt

15/03/2023

We are so pleased that everyone has been loving our article celebrating women in plastics!

If you haven't already, you can read the full article here for a deep dive into some of the inspirational women in the industry: https://lnkd.in/eqB6RRmH