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The latest opinions and comment from thought leaders explaining the most important packaging related topics and issues.
‘Commission must clarify sustainability targets or risk losing future investment in Europe’
It’s no secret that recently announced EU legislation on packaging sustainability will have a significant impact on how organisations
What drives innovation in the converting machinery sector?
2022 brought with it a host of new developments and challenges, not least supply chain disruptions and material cost inflation,
Ship goods, not air
The EU has set its sights on reducing empty space in packaging, with new rules on this issue forming a
How to measure reusable packaging success
How can we accurately measure the environmental and economic success of reusable packaging models? The creation of a common language
Is simplifying sorting the key to creating a circular economy for plastics?
In order for plastic packaging to become truly circular, it’s crucial that the sorting of post-consumer packaging is
Unlocking the potential of chemical recycling
In October Chemical Recycling Europe appointed John Sewell as its new Secretary General. We spoke with John to get his
Billerud CEO Christoph Michalski on its growth strategy investments in the US and Norway
“I look forward to taking on the challenge of developing BillerudKorsnäs to reach its full potential,” said Christoph Michalski, CEO
Creating a culture of innovation based on experience and data
What’s the best way for companies to achieve true circularity? Collecting, analysing, managing, and acting on data should be
A harmonised approach to fibre-based packaging recyclability
Could you tell me a bit more about the steps that went into designing the fibre-based packaging recyclability evaluation
How smart will your packaging be in 2023?
Extended producer responsibility, track and trace, and deposit return schemes will all undoubtedly be key drivers of innovation throughout the
Wine in a can: the Australian perspective
Following our interview with Austrade last month where we discussed packaging innovation in Australia, we asked Ian Batt, winemaker and
Three steps needed to establish a closed-loop circular economy
In July 2022, the UK and northern mainland Europe were struck by an unprecedented heatwave, with the hottest temperature in