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Film Provides The Ideal Finish For Furnishing

RPC Cobelplast-Montonate has launched a new range of A-PET film offering an exceptional visual and practical finish for home furnishings.

Thor Proves A Hit Down Under

The launch of a new range of premium soups by leading Australian retailer Woolworths has brought the functional and aesthetic benefits of RPC Containers Blackburn’s Thor Pot to Australia for the first time.

Life-Saving Puffhaler™ Benefits From RPC Formatec Know-How

RPC Formatec’s manufacturing expertise has been instrumental in the development of the Puffhaler™, an innovative new dry powder inhaler (DPI) from American company Aktiv-Dry that promises a low-cost solution to meet the needs of mass vaccination campaigns in developing countries.

Interim Results & Investor Presentation 2008

RPC Adds Finesse To Folwark Range

RPC Kutenholz is supplying its 2L Finesse bottle to Folwark, a leading Polish sauce manufacturer, to provide its range with stylish and convenient packaging.

Magic Star Shows Off Victoria´s Secret´s Designer Swirl

A new range of beauty products launched by Victoria’s Secret is using the Magic Star dispenser from RPC Bramlage-Wiko to ensure effective dispensing.

Bird Brand Takes Flight with Eye-Catching IML Design

RPC Containers Oakham has achieved another success for its renowned capabilities in in-mould labelling (IML), with the decision by long-standing customer Bird Brand to launch its latest product in an IML-decorated pail.

Meat is Served to Eastern Europe - On A Tray

The growing market for self-service fresh meat in Eastern Europe has been reflected in increased demand for MAP meat tray solutions from RPC.

RPC Bramlage-Wiko Delivers An “Exquisite” Choice

RPC Bramlage-Wiko has launched a stunning new food tub design as part of its standard range, allowing a variety of markets to benefit from an eye-catching shape and the vivid decoration potential of in-mould labelling (IML)...

New Waitrose Range `Stocks Up` With Thor Pot

New ranges of fresh stocks and gravies launched by leading retailer Waitrose – including a seasonal range of Christmas sauces – are using the Thor Pot to ensure exceptional functionality and family branding across all products...

Colortrend Returns to RPC for Labelling Capabilities

Following the successful rebranding in 2006 of the Colortrend paint range using in-mould labelled (IML) pails from RPC Containers Oakham, the company has selected the same combination of container and label for two new product ranges.

OXY® Benefits from Airless Dispensing

The latest range from leading US acne treatment brand OXY® is using Magic Star and CD Smart dispensers from RPC Bramlage-Wiko to provide accurate and convenient dosing of shaving products.

RPC Reconfigures and Strengthens Its Beauty Activities

RPC is consolidating its cosmetics and personal care operations, previously split between RPC Bramlage-Wiko (personal care and toiletries) and RPC beauté (make up and fragrance) into a single entity under the RPC Bramlage-Wiko umbrella.

Custom Moulded Lid Provides Ideal Follow-On for Heinz

RPC Containers Market Rasen has provided a custom moulded lid – incorporating a levelling bar and a detachable scoop – for Heinz’s newly launched Nurture Follow-On milks for growing babies.

Seasonal Sharing Tub Works A Treat for Halloween

A new seasonal launch for Halloween from Fox’s Party Rings has confirmed the suitability of RPC Containers Blackburn’s large-sized Thor Pot for the convenient sharing of snacks.

Regrind Barrier Bottles Help Juice Brand to Stay ‘Twisted’

The strong relationship between The Big Squeeze Fresh Juice Co. and RPC Containers Corby has been underlined by its continuing use of recyclable bottles from the site for its Twisted juice brand.

A New Face Conquers the Market

Beiersdorf has chosen the RPC blow moulding cluster to be the supplier of its new Nivea Visage line.

RPC Oakham Printing Capabilities Provides the Key to Brand Expansion

RPC Containers Oakham`s expertise in printing, allied to the durability and convenience of its injection moulded pails, has enabled Keys of Lincolnshire to reinforce its branding as part of the company`s expansion plans.

New Jar Design Takes World Of Spice To Next Level

RPC Containers Blackburn has manufactured a custom-moulded catering jar that provides World of Spice with enhanced on-shelf presence and convenience for its relaunched range of herbs and spices...

Barrier Cups `Can Do` For Canteens

A number of French school canteens are benefiting from the long-term product freshness and attractive appearance of plastic cups supplied by RPC Barrier Containers France...

Creative – Beyond Beauty, Paris – RPC Bramlage-Wiko, Hall 4, Stand D159

Summer Becomes Spicy!

RPC Verpackungen Kutenholz has developed a stylish barrier bottle for a new range of spicy ketchups from Heinz...

Oakham Quality Underlines glennans™ Premium Expansion

The excellent working relationship between RPC Containers Oakham and its customer glennans Ltd has been confirmed by the use of RPC pails for the relaunch and range expansion of the popular glennans™ brand of pan-fried vegetable crisps.

RPC “Scrubs” Up Well

RPC`s reliability and ability to handle large volumes have been instrumental in Magnaflux Ltd`s decision to use two RPC sites in the manufacture of the container for its best-selling Scrubs® in a Bucket wet wipes...

Rising Costs Drive RPC Price Increase

The RPC Group has announced that it is to implement price increases across its business of up to 15% on full selling prices with immediate effect...

Bramlage-Wiko innovation helps to provide an `Ultralift`

RPC Bramlage-Wiko has developed an innovative roll-on applicator for an exciting new skincare range from Garnier.

Delhaize Chooses Thor Pot For New Curry Sauce Range

Belgian supermarket chain Delhaize has selected RPC Containers Blackburn`s Thor Pot for its new range of curry sauces...

Recycled Containers Underline Ecosure`s Green Credentials

Ecosure, an exciting new sustainable paint range from Dulux Trade, has enhanced its `green` credentials by using pails from RPC Containers Oakham that incorporate 25% post consumer recycled (PCR) material within the container body...

Style And Safety With New 1.5 L Catering Jar

RPC Kutenholz has developed an appealing jar exclusively for Van der Kroon Food Products b.v. in the Netherlands and GrupoAngelCamacho in Spain. The foodservice jar is used for export into several countries...

New Barrier Tub Is Ideal For Olives

Portugese olive producer Maçarico S.A. has chosen RPC Bebo Nederland`s latest tub for the ideal presentation and preservation of its new product range....

Preliminary Results Announcement

Preliminary Results Announcement...

RPC Market Rasen Enables Sainsbury`s To “Jugit”

RPC Containers Market Rasen`s expertise in the injection moulding of unusually shaped containers has been instrumental in the launch of an exciting new concept in milk packaging, the JUGIT....

Hochland Chooses RPC For Decoration Dazzle

RPC Bramlage-Wiko`s skills in in-mould labelling (IML) has led leading cheese products manufacturer Hochland to move its best-selling Streichfein brand into an injection moulded container and lid offering advanced all-over decoration...

`Retro` Jar Gives Clarity To Fox`s Glacier Mints

Fox`s Confectionery has selected a high-clarity PET jar supplied by RPC Containers Blackburn to provide weigh-out packaging for its famous Glacier Mints and Glacier Fruits brands...

Plating Investment Helps Escada To Benefit From beauté

RPC beauté`s reputation for innovative and eye-catching cosmetics packaging solutions has been confirmed with the creation of three caps for the latest launches from the Escada brand. The designs are amongst the first to benefit from a recent € 1 million investment made to RPC beauté`s plating and assembly processes...

Gizmo And Airless Dispensing Headline RPC Know-How

RPC Bramlage-Wiko brings its full range of Magic Star airless dispensers to the Cosmetic Business Show 2008, along with the innovative Gizmo closure...

Evo-Stik Chooses Oakham Iml To Underline Major Launch

RPC Kerkrade Turns Mayonnaise On Its Head

Devos Lemmens, the leading mayonnaise brand in Belgium, has been successfully launched in a multi-layer headstand bottle thanks to the expertise of RPC Kerkrade...

RPC Raunds Expertise Delivers For Westland

The expertise of RPC Containers Raunds in blow moulding unusual designs has given Westland an exciting look for two new garden care products...

RPC Bramlage Brings `Magic` To Boots` Men`s Range

The proven functional and aesthetics benefits of RPC Bramlage-Wiko`s Magic Star and Magic SL dispensers are playing a vital role in the launch of a men`s range of personal care products under the renowned Boots No. 7 brand...

Style And Convenience On The Move

Paris-based Urban Foods has brought convenience and style to its new Greenshoot fresh soup range by selecting the innovative pack format for ambient soups launched by RPC Bebo Nederland and RPC Containers Halstead...

Customers Benefit From Fresh Sheets

Extensive development and investment into the production of clear A-PET and GAG has made RPC Cobelplast-Montonate one of Europe`s leading suppliers of plastic sheets for printed box and drum applications...

New Jars Make A Tempting Choice

RPC Containers Blackburn has introduced a new range of standard PET jars for the weigh-out retail and gift markets...

Ecotech Opts For Pre-Printed Pails

RPC Containers Oakham has supplied EcoTech (Europe) Limited, a leading manufacturer of dry cleaning cloths and impregnated cleaning wipes, with new look containers and lids for its wet wipes range...

Even More Convenience At Hamker

Following the successful introduction of its 520ml top-down bottle, leading food manufacturer HAMKER has developed two further sizes in partnership with RPC Kutenholz...

Yes Please To Packaging Style And Service

Thor pots from RPC Containers Blackburn are contributing to the premium image of a pioneering new range of fresh chilled convenience foods...

RPC Bebo Plastik Delivers A “Gourmet” Pack

A custom moulded tub from RPC Bebo Plastik has given Homann the ideal format for its newly launched “Gourmet” range of premium wet salads...

Appointment Strengthens Senior Team

RPC Group has appointed Eric Chavent to further develop the company`s food packaging activity throughout Eastern Europe...

RPC Corby Helps Loyd Grossman Enter Premium Foodservice Sector

The reputation of RPC Containers Corby as a leading supplier of foodservice containers has been underlined by a new custom-moulded bottle manufactured for the launch of the UK foodservice industry`s first ever premium range of ready-to-use cooking sauces and soups, under the famous Loyd Grossman brand...

RPC Kutenholz Assists Florena`s Natural Experience

RPC Kutenholz has provided attractive bottles to assist a comprehensive relaunch of the Florena personal care brand...

RPC Turns Interpack Stand Into Ideal Packaging Environment

The RPC stand at Interpack 2008 promises to be something of a talking point at the show with a design that focuses on.....

Thor Pot Enhances Co-op Strengh in Soup

The Co-operative group is using the renowned Thor Pot from RPC Containers Blackburn...

Bebo Expertise Behind Knick Knack Double Pack

An innovative double-pack concept launched by margarine brand Lätta has been achieved using the thermoforming and pre-printing expertise of RPC Bebo Plastik...

Plastic Packaging for Olives and Pickles

Spanish table olive producer and speciality foods Grupo Angel Camacho S.L. has turned to RPC Containers Corby.....

PLA Provides Material for Biodegradable Cards

PLA Provides Material for Biodegradable Cards...

New Plastic Containers for Spanish Tuna Ready Meals

RPC Bebo UK Corby and RPC Barrier Containers France have provided new plastic packaging for major Spanish fish processor Salica...

Increases Vital for Continued Growth

RPC Group has confirmed that it has completed the acquisition of the Moirans en Montagne facility of French blow moulding company MOB. The company has also announced that it is to implement a 5% increase in its selling prices in the wake of ‘substantial and unrelenting increases’ in its input costs.

Magic Across The Stars

RPC Bramlage-Wiko now offers a wide variety of design and decoration options - including the new ‘Magic Soft’ standard dispensing head - to deliver effective branding alongside the proven dispensing technology of its Magic Star system across a range of personal care, cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications.

Vinocap screw closures for wine bottles from Bramlage Kork

Vinocap screw closures for wine bottles from Bramlage Kork...

Appointment Strengthens Senior Team

Appointment Strengthens Senior Team...

RPC`s Flash Of Inspiration Helps Masmix Relaunch

RPC Bramlage Antwerpen’s specialist expertise in in-mould labelled (IML) containers has enabled RPC Bebo Polska to deliver a complete packaging solution to its customer Raisio.

RPC Group announces half year results

RPC Group announces half-year results...

Thermoformed Pack for New Concept Soup

RPC Bebo Plastik has designed and produced a bespoke thermoformed polypropylene container for a new ready meal soup concept from Keunecke Frischemenue GmbH.

PET Jar Gives Clarity to Millions

RPC Containers Blackburn’s redesign of the distinctive jar used to package Millions candy has given the brand enhanced visual impact in sweetshops and other retail outlets.

Award Highlights Tedeco-Gizeh Savoir-Faire

The success of a pack format developed by RPC Tedeco-Gizeh Bouxwiller for dessert manufacturer Lucien Georgelin has been underlined by a prestigious award given to outstanding food products on the French retail market.

Fruttissima on Everyone`s Lips

German company Schwartauer Werke has launched a brand new product, Schwartau Fruttissima, in a multi-layer container manufactured by RPC Kutenholz.

Orion Helps Macphie to Go Over the Top

The Orion headstand bottle from RPC Containers Corby has proved the ideal packaging format for Macphie’s range of delicious, versatile O.T.T™ (Over The Top) Dessert Toppings.

Pack Solution is Completely Nuts

RPC Containers Blackburn has provided the striking jars for the relaunch of Sainsbury’s extensive range of nuts for the Christmas market, manufactured using 25% recycled PET (rPET).

Bebo Plastik Expertise Adds `Snap` to Baked Beans Revolution

The launch of the microwaveable Snap Pot, the revolutionary new concept from HJ Heinz for its famous baked beans, has been made possible by the multi-layer thermoforming expertise of RPC Bebo Plastik.

Acquisition of Raytec BV

Acquisition...

Latest Fruit Cup Design Improves Logistics and Cost

A new development in RPC Bebo Nederland`s popular high barrier plastic fruit cups has resulted in a material reduction and lower stack for improved logistics and cost benefits.

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Continue to Fix It for Granfix

One of the latest product launches to complement adhesive specialists Granfix`s range of ready-mixed adhesives has highlighted the company`s excellent relationship with RPC Containers Oakham.

User-Friendly Bottle for Chocolate Spread

Belgian company All Crump has launched its chocolate spread in a new user-friendly packaging concept manufactured by RPC Verpackungen Kutenholz.

New Guala Design Triggers Wizz Relaunch

The relaunch of the Wizz Products range of household cleaners has benefitted from a new and unique eye-catching trigger spray developed by Guala Dispensing.

RPC Llantrisant Shows its Bottle - and it is 30% Recycled

Following a successful trial with Marks & Spencer, RPC Containers Llantrisant is now producing standard PET juice bottles containing 30% post consumer recycled (PCR) content.

Thor Pot Helps Pork Farms to Share Its Snacks

Pork Farms has recognised the attractive appearance and versatile function of RPC Containers Blackburn’s Thor Pot, which it is using to enable easy sharing of its new range of savoury snacks.

Complex Technologies Add Gloss to Color Fever

The latest luxury cosmetics packaging concept developed by RPC beautè or Lancôme Color Fever has highlighted its expertise in complex project management and technologies.

Barrier Pack Enables Great-Tasting Pâté "Portions"

RPC Barrier Containers France`s expertise has enabled leading French food manufacturer William Saurin to launch a range of ambient pâtés under its renowned brand name.

Relaunch in Plastic Enhances Plant Food Branding and Convenience

The specialist expertise of different RPC Containers sites in design, lid manufacture and in-mould labelling has been instrumental in the relaunch of the J. Arthur Bower`s range of plant food in a durable plastic container developed to maximise convenience and branding.

Flexible High Barrier Material Enables launch of Café Switch

A flexible high barrier material manufactured by RPC Cobelplast has enabled the launch of Café Switch, a new brand of concentrated coffee drinks from Douwe Egberts.

Mispol Brings Multi-Layer RPC Trays to Polish Ready Meal Market

The use of multi-layer food trays from RPC Bebo UK Corby has enabled the Mispol Group to launch a new product range to meet the growing popularity of ready meals in the Polish market.

New Pack for Aral Highlights Kutenholz Can-Do

RPC Verpackungen Kutenholz has developed a new 4 litre can for ARAL, part of the BP Group.

Headstand Bottles on the Up

RPC Containers Corby is moving swiftly to extend two of its standard multi-layer bottle ranges as the long anticipated move in the retail market towards headstand designs begins to gain momentum.

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Sausage Meat Gets The Convenience Touch

RPC Bebo Plastik creates a bespoke multi-layer tub for a range of sausage meats from leading German meat processor Stockmeyer.

Cuprinol Takes Gold with RPC

RPC Containers supply pack for the launch of Cuprinol Sprayable Plus, a new premium fence treatment.

RPC Group Plc - Preliminary results

RPC GROUP PLC - Preliminary results for the full year ended 31st March 2007 Reported under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) RPC Group Plc ("RPC" or "the Group"), Europes leading supplier of rigid plastics packaging, announces its results for the year ended 31st March 2007.

Starpack Awards Dinner - RPC Designer or Design House of the Year

Unilever on fire at Starpack

Unilever`s Dove pack designed by Seymour Powell was the runaway winner in the toiletries/cosmetics category at the Starpack Industry Awards 2007 last night, sweeping the board in the RPC Best Designer/Design House of the Year award.

Going Nuts Over New Design

Using the expertise of its Kerkrade, Bramlage and Kutenholz operations, RPC has developed a bespoke packaging solution for a new travel pack for The Nut Company`s ültje Crispers, Germany`s favourite coated nuts brand.

RPC Ensures Advanced Technology And Quality Taste For New Dolce Gusto

RPC Tedeco-Gizeh is producing the unique single serve drinks capsules for Nestlé’s revolutionary new Nescafé Dolce Gusto system, which delivers coffee shop quality beverages at home.

Convenience Packs Go Biodegradable

RPC Bebo has a new range of convenience food packs manufactured from biodegradable PLA.

RPC Expands in Poland

RPC Bebo has further strengthened its operations in Poland with the acquisition of 4 You Sigal, manufacturers of thermoformed pots and trays for the fresh meat and fish, ready meals and confectionery markets....

Vinotop Extends Bramlage Kork Range

The new hi-tech wine bottle stopper, Vinotop, sold exclusively by Bramlage Kork, offers wine-makers distinct advantages in seal quality and ease of production.

Plastic card industry benefits from hiprint versatility

The versatility of RPC Cobelplast-Montonate`s Hiprint sheet material has enabled manufacturers of plastic cards for a variety of applications - including phone, pay TV, gift and loyalty schemes - to create attractive and secure products.

Energy costs could trigger plastics rationalisation

Soaring energy prices on top of raw material and labour costs

Llantrisant Adds Bottle To Landmark Recycling Trial

A trial conducted by Marks & Spencer into the use of post consumer recycled material (PCR) for food packaging – the largest of its kind to be attempted in the UK – has benefited from the production expertise of RPC Llantrisant in the supply of PCR-inclusive bottles for fruit juices and smoothies.

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