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Metsä Board to open new packaging design studio in summer 2026

Metsä Board will open a new packaging design studio in Milan in the summer of 2026, marking a significant step in accelerating packaging innovation and strengthening collaboration with European brand owners, converters, and packaging developers. ‘Located in one of Europe’s leading design capitals, the Milan studio gives us a perfect setting to work even more closely with our customers. The studio makes it easy to connect, test ideas and move towards solutions that keep pace

5 hours ago2 min read

Flint Group unveils flake free EkoCure XS Shrink White for reliable, high impact sleeves

Flint Group has expanded its UV-LED dual curing flexo ink range with EkoCure XS white inks that deliver flawless results on even the most demanding shrink sleeve designs. The company’s new EkoCure XS shrink whites bring robust, flake free performance across the EkoCure series with formulations designed to preserve ink adhesion and help brands stand out on the shelf. These inks are engineered to deliver a tough, ultra smooth white base that maintains its integrity withou

1 day ago2 min read

New research shows consumers support post consumer recycled plastics in everyday packaging

Amcor has launched its latest consumer insight report, Recycled Content, Real Impact , exploring how shoppers perceive the use of post consumer recycled (PCR) content in packaging for supermarket products. Drawing on insights from 3201 consumers surveyed and 32 in‑depth qualitative interviews across six major European countries, the research found that 91% of European consumers are aware that some products typically found in a supermarket – like food, beverage, pet food,

2 days ago2 min read

New NeoDose Solo from Neopac

Neopac Group has launched its newest member of its airless tube family. Designed for the PE recycling stream, NeoDose Solo combines a mono-PE airless pump with Neopac’s recyclable Polyfoil MMB high barrier tube, delivering simplified material structure without compromising product protection. The integrated Polyfoil MMB barrier, rated ‘Grade A’ by RecyClass and compliant with APR Critical Guidance, protects sensitive skincare and foundation formulations against oxygen and mo

5 days ago1 min read

Paris Packaging Week celebrates 25 Years with record attendance

On 5 and 6 February 2026, hall 1 of Paris Expo Porte de Versailles welcomed a record breaking 14,442 visitors for the 25th edition of Paris Packaging Week. This represented a 15% increase compared with the previous edition. The event brought together 20,462 participants, with 915 exhibitors, 213 speakers and professionals from 87 nationalities, confirming its strong international reach. This anniversary edition stands out as one of the most significant in the history of Par

6 days ago3 min read

‘Self-destructing’ bio based cup by eGreen makes UK debut at Packaging Innovations & Empack

The UK launch of the VeriGreen Plus could change the conversation around single use plastics for good, promising to be one of the highlights of another Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026 (starting today – Birmingham NEC on 11 and 12 February 2026). Engineered to be recyclable, the cup also features a time delayed biotransformation feature that activates should it fail to find itself in the recycling stream, disintegrating within two years. While this feature remains dorma

Feb 112 min read

Falconer supports Myndtime with sustainable purpose led packaging

Leading Yorkshire based carton manufacturer, Falconer, is supporting the continued evolution of Myndtime, a wellbeing brand that helps children, adolescents and adults manage anxiety, stress and overwhelm through movement based wearable tools. Myndtime was initially founded to support people returning to work post Covid who were struggling with anxiety, alongside a personal family experience that highlighted the need for calming, accessible tools. The original concept has s

Feb 102 min read

Hooray for the sachet

Whilst not talked about as much as stand up and retort pouches, sachets remain one of the most important flexible packaging products in the market. As a predominantly single use product, sachets also face one of the toughest futures, as legislation and consumer purchasing patterns would have you believe sachets are a declining market. If anything, the opposite is true and exhibitors at Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026 are on hand to show you why. Sachets are small, s

Feb 94 min read

I'm not in a box

Leaning on quick demographic research when developing packaging strategies and designs can be dangerous. Many people today are not a-typical and cannot be boxed into likes and dislikes, or even things that 'should' appeal to them. The older generation may well be into playing computer games and going to the gym, whilst young people may have a liking for gardening and traditional arts and crafts. Packaging plays a crucial role in attracting customers and communicating a produc

Feb 62 min read

Texen continues Lancôme collaboration, mastering the technical complexity of Lash Idôle Curl Goddess

Luxury beauty packaging manufacturer Texen has applied its industrial expertise to create the edgy new pack of Lancôme’s latest mascara, Lash Idôle Curl Goddess. The project involved complex technical processes and decoration techniques especially developed in collaboration with the L’Oréal brand, to deliver a premium solution that is visually stunning. Launched this year in Europe and the US, Curl Goddess boosts lash curl and volume, with a twisted 40° mascara brush. The b

Feb 51 min read

Tamperproof along the supply chain

Herma has introduced a tamperproof self-adhesive material HermAvoid checkerboard (type 935) especially for challenging applications on rougher (transport) cardboard. This is because demand for security labels is growing robustly: the market is expected to grow by around 7% annually worldwide over the next few years. While sales in 2023 were just under 32 billion dollars, Grand View Research, one of the leading international market research specialists, estimates that this fig

Feb 42 min read

Sleever and Avery Dennison lay the foundations for tomorrow’s smart sleeve label

In response to the rapid evolution of distribution models, rising regulatory requirements, and the growing number of product references in the beauty and makeup market, Sleever and Avery Dennison have announced the launch of Inventra – an intelligent product that integrates RFID technology into the shrink sleeve label, designed to support the sector’s future transformations. Inventra reflects a shared conviction between the two partners: packaging is set to become a strateg

Feb 33 min read

Amcor creates inclusively designed lightweight cap for Wattwiller

Amcor has unveiled a lightweight, ergonomically designed closure for Wattwiller, a premium water brand sold in France. The new customised tethered cap is a collaborative project with the brand’s owner Spadel. Wattwiller is a natural mineral water with zero nitrates and low sodium, a combination that gives it a neutral and balanced taste. The brand is committed to reducing its carbon footprint and in 2020 became the first French SME in the water market to achieve 100% carbon

Feb 22 min read

Earthnutz launches high protein peanut crisp range in Sonoco’s fully recyclable paper can

Earthnutz, a new mission led UK snack brand founded by Abby Singh, has officially launched its Peanut Protein Crisp range. With the aim to become the nation's healthiest crisp, Earthnutz delivers high protein, high fibre and clean label ingredients for consumers looking to feel better through food. Abby has selected Sonoco’s fully recyclable 95% paper based can solution to support both product performance and sustainability objectives. Sonoco’s rigid paper can contains up t

Jan 302 min read

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Unboxing creativity

Mondi’s Pergraphica is a beautiful portfolio of premium uncoated fine papers designed for the exacting needs of creative

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.