China’s menstrual care brands refine packaging to boost shelf differentiation
In East Asia’s fast-moving consumer goods market for women’s menstrual products, there is a wide variety of packaging formats. To stand out on the shelf, it’s important to align with brand identity...
Thailand ramps up plastic recycling amid petrochemical disruptions
Thailand has announced measures to accelerate plastic recycling as the US-Iran war interrupts the flow of petrochemical feedstocks. The initiative aims to ease immediate supply pressures and...
ICIS World Polyolefins Conference live: Market volatility deepens amid geopolitical tensions
As the Independent Commodity Intelligence Services (ICIS) World Polyolefins Conference (April 21–22) takes place in Brussels, Belgium, ICIS tells us that the disruptions caused by the Strait of...
Packaging modernization shown to influence purchase intent
New research from Adelaide University, Australia, reveals that packaging modernization impacts purchase intention primarily through indirect mechanisms, highlighting the dual importance of aesthetic...
Packaging sector advances accessibility through inclusive design
Packaging industry leaders and advocates are emphasizing that the concept of an “average” consumer does not account for the diverse needs of millions living with disabilities, chronic pain, or visual...
Portugal launches DRS for beverage packaging amid glass exclusion concerns
Portugal has introduced its national DRS for beverage packaging. The system applies to single-use beverage containers of less than 3 L made of plastic, aluminum, and steel. However, environmental...
AI in packaging: Boosting efficiency and sustainability with simple algorithms
As packaging companies navigate the evolving technological landscape, there is potential to integrate AI to complement human workflows, while avoiding excessive computational complexity, according to...
Plastic justice gap exposed as US recycling access favors wealthier communities, study finds
A study from the University at Buffalo (UB), US, found that communities with higher income levels and higher education attainment are more likely to recycle items such as soda bottles, takeout...
