special reports
07 Nov 2019 --- Never has the notion of sustainability and a circular economy been more in the public mindset. As a result, it seems like the “3Rs” of “reduce,”... Read More
19 Sep 2019 --- The drive for increased environmental sustainability in packaging was once again top of the agenda at Packaging Innovations in London, UK. Private and public concern for the rising... Read More
13 Aug 2019 --- The diversification of the food and beverage industry is increasingly presenting labeling challenges to companies active in the space. These range from knowing how to appropriately... Read More
10 Jul 2019 --- The size and value of the global packaging industry are ever-expanding, but the amount of university-level, packaging-specific degrees and courses remains relatively low. It has been... Read More
07 Jun 2019 --- As environmental concern continues to rise globally, consumers are turning towards more sustainable practices, especially when it comes to the packaging of goods. Sustainability... Read More
10 May 2019 --- Throwaway culture can be defined as society’s way of living based on the excessive production, consumption and disposal of goods, according to environmental group, Zero Waste... Read More
03 May 2019 --- Reusability, if done right, is contrary to the most pervasive symptoms of the waste crisis – single-use and disposability. Perfecting reusable solutions for packaging would... Read More
02 Apr 2019 --- The time to act against the rising tide of plastic waste has never been more pressing in the eyes of consumers, businesses and governments alike. A host of countries are closing their... Read More
26 Mar 2019 --- As the drive for more sustainable packaging has intensified, the demand for black plastics is ebbing away. Despite the relative cost-effectiveness and shelf-appeal of black plastics... Read More
21 Mar 2019 --- At the Pro2pac show in London, March 17-20, which was located alongside the International Food & Drink Event (IFE), certain beverage packaging trends became clear, such as... Read More
