

See our new BLOWSCAN render!
We’ve released a new render showing how BLOWSCAN works — our lab-based stretch blow moulding machine that enables detailed analysis of PET and bio-based materials.
Watch the render here: BLOWSCAN - Render
BLOWSCAN helps packaging innovators:
Test and validate PET & bio-resin preforms at lab scale
Optimise bottle design before full production
Troubleshoot defects like haze, pearlescence, and variation in bottle performance
For the full story, visit our product page: Explore BLOWSCAN

PETnology Europe 2025
Dr Josh Turner, Head of Materials Characterisation, and Dr Jude Cameron, Project Lead, will present at PETnology Europe 2025 on the BMT Way: Smarter Solutions for Sustainable Packaging.
Our approach — Measure, Digitise, Execute — moves beyond the packaging industry’s reliance on trial-and-error, empowering partners to make data-driven decisions. By combining:
Cutting-edge simulation
AI-driven insights
Hands-on engineering expertise
We help packaging innovators to:
Reduce material waste through efficient virtual prototyping
Lower the risks of adopting new, sustainable materials
Accelerate product development for future-ready packaging

NAFEMS World Congress 2025 - Best Presentation Award
We’re incredibly proud that Dr. Ross Blair received the Best Presentation Award at this year’s NAFEMS World Congress in Austria, representing BMT in the global spotlight.
His award-winning presentation,
“Measure, Digitise, Execute: Streamlining Sustainable Packaging Design,”
was recognised among top leaders in engineering simulation and sustainable product design.
This prestigious recognition is a testament to the dedication and innovation of our full team:
Dr. Ross Blair, Dr. Dimitris Papadimitrakis, Reece Armstrong, Alexander McKee and Professor Gary Menary
Our team is pushing the boundaries of sustainable packaging by applying a unique Measure, Digitise, Execute methodology. Using advanced simulation technology, we help businesses:
Minimise packaging waste
Improve performance and durability
Meet sustainability goals through smart design
This achievement reflects our mission to deliver data-driven, eco-conscious solutions in packaging and manufacturing.

Plastics Recycling Show Europe 2025
Our Head of Material Characterisation, Dr Josh Turner, will be in Amsterdam on 1–2 April for the Plastics Recycling Show Europe (PRSE).
If you’re aiming to:
Fast-track rPET adoption in packaging
Reduce defects and production issues
Maintain clarity and quality in recycled plastics
Josh is the expert you’ll want to speak with.

Smart Sustainable Plastic Packaging Challenge - Presentation
Dr Ross Blair, our Head of Simulation, presented at the Smart Sustainable Plastic Packaging Challenge Celebration Event, hosted by Innovate UK and UKRI
Ross shared insights on how digital innovation and simulation at BMT are driving smarter, more sustainable packaging solutions.

Article Published - Beyond the surface
Beyond the Surface: Optimising rPET Heating
In our article in PETplanet Insider, we look at why surface temperature isn’t enough — and how getting the preform heating profile right is key to consistent bottle quality. THERMOSCANmeasures both internal and external temperatures, giving a full picture of how each preform responds to heat. This helps improve oven setup, reduce defects, and manage rPET variability with more confidence.
Read the article: Beyond the Surface: Mastering Preform Heating for rPET Success

QUB Engineering Leadership Programme
BMT is proud to be invited to host a special session for Queen’s University Belfast’s Engineering Leadership Programme (ELP).
Our CAE engineers, Alexander McKee and Reece Armstrong—both graduates of QUB’s School of Engineering—will deliver insights on:
What BMT does and the positive impact of our engineering work
Sustainability in plastic packaging, and why it matters for the future
Leadership and innovation in engineering and industry
By sharing expertise in sustainable engineering solutions and leadership, we’re supporting the next generation of engineering leaders and innovators.