Packaging Insights

Unilever is reportedly planning to sell its Russian business assets to local company Arnest, marking a complete exit from the country amid the Ukraine war. The deal is awaiting official confirmation by the Kremlin and is said by a Russian media group to have included a steep discount. All brands under the Unilever Rus LLC subsidiary are included in the deal. #packagingnews #packagingindustry Reported by Louis Gore-Langton. Read the full article here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dKxZkndc

FACHPACK is just around the corner, and we’re excited to be a part of it! Join us as we present: 💡 Top 5 packaging trends driving this year’s innovations 📦 A collection of innovative packaging curated by Innova Market Insights  💻 Sneak peek at our new and improved website at our booth Don’t have a ticket yet? Register your interest here and we’ve got you covered 👉 https://lnkd.in/dQFp6DvN Can’t attend? Stay tuned for behind-the-scenes content and live interviews from the show floor. #PackagingIndustry #PackagingInnovation #SustainablePackaging

A team of Chinese scientists has discovered a new process to transform bamboo into a biodegradable and durable alternative to traditional plastics. The researchers developed a process to enhance the reactivity of bamboo cells, enabling them to exhibit mechanical robustness comparable to materials such as PS and PVC. #circulareconomy #sustainability #ecofriendly #biodegradable Reported by Sichong W. Read the full article here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dbvsXvCJ

As consumer awareness around environmental sustainability grows, the demand for eco-friendly F&B packaging options is on the rise. Sustainable rigid plastics provide a durable option for food packaging. #sustainability #ecofriendly #foodandbeverage #plastics Let’s take a closer look at the latest product trends 👉🏽 https://lnkd.in/duQF8bFq

Leading companies in the household goods industry are making progress toward more sustainable packaging, meeting consumer demand for eco-friendly solutions and preparing for a future where environmental responsibility and economic success go hand in hand. Packaging Insights speaks to experts from Henkel, Clevertech Group and Elopak to learn of the latest household packaging developments. Carsten Bertram Umberto Reggiani Thea Corwin Bristøl Henkel Clevertech PAS Pvt Ltd Elopak #sustainability #packaging #environmentalresponsibility #ecofriendly Reported by Sichong W. Read the full special report here 👉 https://lnkd.in/d42v5Fwt

Hair care brand Rhyme & Reason calls on consumers to join the “movement” of choosing brands that use #recycledplastic and make “planet-conscious” choices. Rhyme & Reason is advocating for #NoNewPlastic. The brand’s bottles and caps have been made from recycled plastic since its launch in 2021, which it reports as an “industry first.” The #packaging is also entirely recyclable, which the company positions against only 9% of plastic recycled globally. Reported by Sabine Waldeck. Read the full article here 👉 https://lnkd.in/d_QEZ6QE

The flexible packaging industry is transforming with the rise of “paperisation,” where traditional plastic is being replaced by paper-based alternatives. This shift is driven by positive perception of paper, consumer demand for more sustainable options and the regulatory pressure to reduce plastic waste. However, the true sustainability of these new materials remains a complex issue, raising important questions for the industry. This Technical Paper is brought to you by Leipa Flexibles. LEIPA Group #sustainability #wastemanagement #paperpackaging Access the full technical paper here 👉 https://lnkd.in/d4ZMCPTp

The Coca-Cola Company reportedly failed to increase its use of #reusable #packaging for #beverage products between 2022 and 2023. Despite pledging to achieve 25% by 2030, the rate has remained at just 14%. #Environmental group Oceana says the company has the knowledge and resources to make the needed improvements. Matt Littlejohn Reported by Louis Gore-Langton. Read the full article here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ejHPzvMZ

Are you up to date with the latest developments in the packaging industry? Last week, we covered British consumer frustration with excessive plastic packaging, Colpac and Constantia Flexibles' advancements in extending food shelf life, Unilever's Circle Alliance tackling plastic waste in Asia, and Finland's VTT's development of lighter, sustainable fiber-based packaging solutions. Curious to learn more? Explore the full recap here: https://lnkd.in/e72W9wdN #packagingnews #sustainablepackaging #packagingsolutions

US Plastics Pact has released an updated report detailing its stance to eliminating problematic and unnecessary materials from the #plastics value chain. New approaches to #circular design challenges, like fighting contamination in #recyclables, are highlighted, along with additional material bans for products such as oxodegradables. We speak to ♻️Jonathan Quinn♻️, CEO of the Pact, to learn more. Reported by Louis Gore-Langton. Read the full article here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dZZ7fZ9j