Some further insights from our structural innovation designer Joel C. - always looking for the best sustainable pack solutions. #PackagingDesign #FMCG #Sustainability #BrandAgency #Branding #piglobal
Day two of London Packaging Week was packed with insights and inspiring discussions across the industry. The most thought provoking talk of the day was certainly the discussion between Miles Beale, Robert Malin, Tamara Roberts, Stephen Russell and Gary Smith. Premiumisation and recyclability have seemingly been at opposite ends of the spectrum, but this is being tackled in the drinks industry by companies like When in Rome | B Corp™ . Refreshingly, CEO Rob recognises that their new cardboard bottle isn’t perfect as it is effectively a bag-in-bottle. But, in terms of CO2 emissions, it is less impactful than glass counter parts. This attitude should be adopted by more of the industry, celebration of progression coupled with recognition of shortcomings. Another highlight was a panel with Waqas Qureshi, Marc Powell PLY, Stefan Casey, Lucy Burgess (nee Overett), and Katie Roselaar, who emphasized that inclusive design benefits everyone — better design is inclusive design. Collaboration was the theme of the day. Sharing learnings, joining forces and resources, pushing each other to do better and holding everyone accountable. Tamara Roberts summed it up perfectly: "Collaboration is the only way we will win" in the fight for sustainability.