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Packaging Insights reviews 2025: Tougher regulations, tariff uncertainty & greenwashing lawsuits
Packaging Insights reviews 2025: Tougher regulations, tariff uncertainty & greenwashing lawsuits
As another eventful year in the packaging industry comes to an end, we look back at the biggest events and highlights of 2025. The EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) entered into force while DRS and EPR schemes expanded globally. Meanwhile, International Paper acquired DS Smith, Amcor and Berry Global Group merged, and Sealed Air announced its buyout. 
Premium aesthetics and paperization to shape alcohol packaging design in 2026
Premium aesthetics and paperization to shape alcohol packaging design in 2026
Premium aesthetics, functionality, paperization, and optimized labeling are key trends driving the packaging transformation for alcoholic beverages. Packaging Insights speaks to Frugalpac, PulPac, and UPM Adhesive Materials about their latest alcohol packaging solutions and the industry shifts within the space. 
China eyes EU PPWR compliance as demand for recycled materials accelerates
China eyes EU PPWR compliance as demand for recycled materials accelerates
As the industry prepares for the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), demand for recycled materials is rising. A recent report by the Independent Commodity Intelligence Services (ICIS) and the China Petroleum and Chemical Industry Federation (CPCIF) finds that this trend presents Chinese producers with an opportunity to align with EU standards early on and invest in R&D for recycled and bio-based materials. 
The Future of Steel Drums: Building Sustainability Into Every Component
The Future of Steel Drums: Building Sustainability Into Every Component
From the steel body to the closures and linings, Greif offers a configurable solution that helps companies advance carbon reduction, chemical safety, and operational performance in one integrated package.This Technical Paper is brought to you by Greif.
Fi Europe 2025: FoodChain ID highlights EU–US packaging compliance gaps and AI-driven R&D
Fi Europe 2025: FoodChain ID highlights EU–US packaging compliance gaps and AI-driven R&D
At Fi Europe 2025, experts from FoodChain ID shared insights into the evolving intersection of packaging compliance and digital innovation. We spoke to Stuart Held, the company’s VP of Sales and Robert Nieuwerf, FoodChain ID’s strategic account manager, about the key differences between EU and US packaging regulations. We also discussed how FoodChain ID’s Mentor AI R&D platform transforms and material development.
Packaging industry 2025: Most read stories
Packaging industry 2025: Most read stories
In 2025, packaging faced tightening regulations, rising scrutiny over environmental claims, and accelerated digitalization, with the integration of AI and connected platforms gaining traction. Meanwhile, cost pressures, consumer priorities, and legal risk led some major brands to scale back or rethink sustainability targets. We look back at the year’s top read stories.

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UK pEPR: Industry reacts to stricter PackUK Year 2 Illustrative Fees
UK pEPR: Industry reacts to stricter PackUK Year 2 Illustrative Fees
PackUK has published the Year 2 Illustrative Fees for the country’s packaging EPR (pEPR). We discuss the new document with Ecosurety, the organization responsible for compliance, and the UK’s Foodservice Packaging Association (FPA).According to PackUK, from Year 2 (April 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027), fees will be modulated “to drive a shift toward more environmentally sustainable packaging design,” with recyclability used as an indicator. “Packaging items are subject to higher or lower modulated fees based on recyclability assessments in line with the Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM).”
Amcor backs circular food packaging with research partnership in Denmark
Amcor backs circular food packaging with research partnership in Denmark
Amcor has supported a three-year plastics recycling project alongside the Danish Technological Institute and other industry players. The co-funded partnership, titled the Circular Recycling Innovation for Sustainable Packaging (CRISP), aims to establish an efficient recycling system for PE and PP food packaging collected from households. 
Canpack and Royal Swinkels bring tattoo art to limited edition can design
Canpack and Royal Swinkels bring tattoo art to limited edition can design
Canpack and the 8.6 brand of Royal Swinkels have introduced the 2025 8.6 Tattoo Limited Edition can design for 8.6 Original 50 cl can. The collaboration combines “technical innovation and creative vision,” aiming to deliver a product that is “visually striking and commercially scalable.” The partnership is said to allow the brand’s story to be told with “intensity, authenticity and precision.”
FoodChain ID and Unpac simplify EPR data reporting for F&B industry
FoodChain ID and Unpac simplify EPR data reporting for F&B industry
FoodChain ID and Unpac are working together to refine packaging data and streamline EPR reporting for the global F&B industry. The partnership combines FoodChain ID’s expertise in the food industry and regulatory compliance with Unpac’s EPR software. Its goal is to “turn regulatory burden into a business advantage.” 
Majority of US and global consumers support DRS, survey finds
Majority of US and global consumers support DRS, survey finds
Most US consumers are in favor of DRS, with even greater support shown globally, reveals a new survey commissioned by the non-profit collaborative program Every Can Counts.The study included more than 16,000 participants from Brazil, the US, the United Arab Emirates, and 13 European countries. The results reveal 58% of US citizens support DRS, while 71% of participants from other surveyed nations express support for DRS.
Food Ingredients First reviews 2025: F&B innovation amid regulatory and supply...
Food Ingredients First reviews 2025: F&B innovation amid regulatory and supply chain pressures

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It was a year that tested the F&B industry’s resilience while accelerating its transformation. From geopolitical trade shocks and regulatory upheaval to climate-driven supply volatility and shifting consumer health priorities, the operating environment became more complex. Across every region, businesses were forced to make faster, more strategic decisions on sourcing, formulation, technology, and transparency, redefining what competitiveness looks like in a disrupted global food system.
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EU Environmental Omnibus sparks industry debate over PPWR...
The European Commission (EC) has published the new Environmental Omnibus to simplify environmental legislation in the circular packaging economy, industrial emissions, and environmental assessments. Packaging Insights speaks to Ecosurety, the European Organisation for Packaging and the Environment (EUROPEN), and Zero Waste Europe, to explore how the Environmental Omnibus will affect the packaging industry, including the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).
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Christmas packaging trends: Recyclability, minimalist...
As the holiday season kicks off, packaging manufacturers are creating products that blend the magic of Christmas with sustainability and functionality, ensuring festive appeal, recyclability, and effective product protection during transport. Packaging Insights sits down with DS Smith, Pure Trade, and Hunter Luxury to discuss the latest innovations in Christmas packaging, exploring the demand for paper-based solutions, as well as the balance between aesthetics and functionality in seasonal personal care and snack packaging. 

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Alcoholic beverage packagingDec2025

Innova Market Insights data shows a 7% average annual growth in alcoholic beverage packaging launches between October 2022 and September 2025. Europe accounted for nearly half of these launches. Glass...

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Christmas packaging boosts holiday appeal Dec 2025

Innova Market Insights data indicates an increase in festive-themed F&B packaging launches globally. Brands give familiar foods and drinks a holiday makeover, turning everyday products into giftable treats with packaging that feels festive and special.

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Trends in hot drink packagingDec 2025

Innova Market Insight data shows an 8% increase in global Hot Drink packaging launches between October 2020 and September 2025. During this period, 38% of consumers worldwide cited food quality preservation when purchasing Coffee, highlighting the importance of packaging. Folded boxes emerged as the dominant packaging format for Hot Drink launches, with carton materials leading globally, while the adoption of bio-based materials continued to grow.

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Fi Europe 2025: FoodChain ID highlights EU–US packaging compliance gaps and AI-driven R&D

At Fi Europe 2025, experts from FoodChain ID shared insights into the evolving intersection of packaging compliance and digital innovation. We spoke to Stuart Held, the company’s VP of Sales and Robert Nieuwerf, FoodChain ID’s strategic account manager, about the key differences between EU and...

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SEMICON Japan 2025 live: Watttron talks heating tech for packaging and semiconductors
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SEMICON Japan 2025 live: SEMI Europe calls for PFAS exemptions to maintain competitiveness
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SEMICON Japan 2025 live: Xedion presents RFID-powered reusable box system
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