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Metsä Spring launches new wood fibre punnet series for fresh fruits, berries, and vegetables

Metsä Spring is advancing its moulded fibre packaging innovation with the launch of the new Muoto punnet products as a part of its Muoto Uncoated Fibre Series. The two different punnet sizes are designed for berries, fruits, and vegetables, offering punnets with two different sizes to match the specific product and customer needs. The punnets will be ready for market testing starting from January 2026. ‘We welcome packers to join our pre-commercial sales phase, test, and c

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Did you know…

As a powerful influencer, packaging is a key element in the buying decision and it can make or break the product. It is about brand extension, it is about stirring the buyer and ensuing them to select a certain product. Packaging differentiates, it is alive, it is stimulating, and it can engage the senses. Packaging Solutions, through its magazine, website, and newsletters, brings you all the creative ideas and inspiration that you need to look at the market opportunities and

Dec 24, 20251 min read

New UPM Circular Renewable Black: bio based, NIR detectable, carbon negative pigment

UPM has introduced its Circular Renewable Black, a groundbreaking innovation that redefines the role of black as a colour in sustainable packaging. UPM Circular Renewable Black is a bio based, near infrared (NIR) detectable, carbon negative pigment, enabling premium packaging solutions that combine design excellence with full recyclability and a strong sustainability performance. For years, black packaging has been associated with recycling challenges as the conventionall

Dec 23, 20252 min read

From combi pack to moulded fibre tray

Faller Packaging is presenting sustainable and functional packaging solutions at Pharmapack in Paris (21 to 22 January 2026). The company will be exhibiting the Combi Pack at Pharmapack Europe on stand 4G54 in hall 4.0. With the Combi Pack, the package insert is automatically glued into the folding carton using hot glue. This reduces the effort in the packaging process since feeding technology and separate feeders are no longer needed. Set up times, downtimes and inspection

Dec 22, 20252 min read

Enhancing the everyday

How context and attitudes can create connections to inform packaging innovation. What happens when we consider everyone in innovation? Kelly Dawson believes we see better outcomes for both brands and consumers ahead of her conference session at Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026. For decades, packaging and products have been unconsciously designed around a ‘default setting’ consumer. Invariably, that old adage ‘design for what you know’ means that this consumer often fal

Dec 19, 20255 min read

Anything but plain

As a company built on a reputation for being a fast, flexible, and efficient partner, value added services have given Basingstoke based Prism eLogistics an extra edge in today’s competitive contract packing landscape. In market defined by tight margins, fierce competition, and a consistent churn of new brands, Prism eLogistics has emerged as a standout operator in contract packing, shrink sleeving and fulfilment through a constant and relentless drive to secure a high value

Dec 18, 20256 min read

Boom Boom chewing gum now packed in paper

Volka Food International, one of Pakistan’s leading confectionery producers, has partnered with Metatex, a high end packaging converter, to introduce advanced metallised barrier paper for its ‘Boom Boom’ chewing gum range. Working closely with Koehler Paper, Jacob Jürgensen Papier und Zellstoff GmbH, and Trade International, Metatex has enabled the adoption of Koehler NexCoat Smart M – a recyclable, high performance flexible packaging paper. This collaboration brings toget

Dec 17, 20252 min read

The role of promotional packaging in driving holiday sales

Stephane Viret, commercial director promotional packaging at Sonoco, looks at seasonal packaging and how it drives brand affinity. For fast moving consumer good (FMCG) brands, the festive season represents one of the most powerful moments to connect with consumers. With heightened competition and a surge in seasonal demand, every element of the brand experience becomes more significant. Simply put, there is a lot at stake and, by the end of the year, analysts expect seasonal

Dec 16, 20254 min read

one.five and Jung optimise confectionery packaging

With one.five’s paper based barrier packaging, Jung is now using a solution that is fully recyclable in the wastepaper stream, delivers the necessary performance in the filling process, and generates up to 30% fewer emissions than comparable conventional OPP or plastic composite films. Jung is adopting Bluemorph, a recyclable, paper based packaging developed by one.five. This is made from FSC certified paper that is fully recyclable in the wastepaper stream. Confectione

Dec 15, 20252 min read

Surcare unveils new brand design

Surcare, the trusted sensitive skin laundry brand, has revealed a bold new redesign as it looks to shake up the category and permanently change the way consumers think about laundry. Under its new ‘love your laundry, love your skin’ campaign, Surcare is encouraging households across the UK to see laundry not as a functional chore, but as an active part of their daily skincare and wellbeing routine. The new packaging represents the first stage of a wider rebrand that will

Dec 12, 20252 min read

Everpour trial: Bringing the next generation of spirit serving to pubs in Ireland this Christmas

Everpour, Diageo’s smart keg and dispense system expands its trial just in time for the festive rush – making life easier for bartenders, providing real time insights, and reducing single use glass. Last year the company launched the first trial of Everpour, the bespoke circular keg and dispense system with Smirnoff in and around Dublin. Its has now expanded and evolved the trial specifically designed to help pubs ahead of the festive season – a critical period when speed,

Dec 11, 20252 min read

Tetra Pak launches world first paper based barrier for juice packaging

Tetra Pak, in collaboration with García Carrión, has unveiled the first ever use of its paper based barrier technology for juice packaging. This innovation in sustainable food packaging solutions marks a significant step towards reducing reliance on fossil based materials, with the new packaging material now being rolled out across multiple markets. The company, together with leading Spanish beverage producer García Carrión, has launched the Tetra Brik Aseptic 200 ml Slim

Dec 10, 20252 min read

Hunter Luxury takes Charlotte Tilbury partnership to next level

Hunter Luxury, in partnership with the prestigious British beauty brand Charlotte Tilbury, has delivered three stunning pleated fan inspired vanity, mini brush, and lipstick cases for the brand’s signature Christmas 2025 collection titled ‘Charlotte’s Gifting Universe’. Designed to exude elegance and deliver on reusability, the classic Pillow Talk nude pink and complementary crimson velour gift set was developed to combine beauty, functionality, and longevity for the brand’

Dec 9, 20252 min read

Brands urged to stick with glass despite pEPR fees

The UK’s new packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR) scheme is having an unintended consequence: some brands are moving away from glass in favour of plastic or aluminium to avoid disproportionate fees. Industry body British Glass and glass manufacturer Beatson Clark are urging brands to not make hasty material switches, predicting that the pEPR fee for glass will fall once actual collection and recycling costs are fully understood. Glass packaging is 100% recycl

Dec 8, 20253 min read

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Unboxing creativity

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professionals in both commercial and packaging design and print.

Since its launch, numerous designers, printers and publishers have made the switch to Pergraphica design papers – and are delighted by the results.

Known as ‘Paper for Perfectionists’, Pergraphica fulfils the most demanding requirements for elegant printed documents while meeting top sustainability standards. The portfolio provides excellent printability on a choice of textures, shades and weights.