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Material ConneXion comes to the UK for the first time with exhibition of innovative materials

Material ConneXion (A15, hall 2) is coming to the UK for the first time with a curated exhibition of 45 innovative materials. Global materials expert Andrew Dent brings a selection of sustainable plastics, pulped fibres, and designs to Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026 in Birmingham, showing how smarter material choices can reduce waste, improve performance, and transform the products we use every day. From evolved plastics to advanced pulped fibres, lightweight protectiv

Jan 272 min read

Innovation unwrapped at Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026

At Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026, the biggest businesses and the brightest minds deliver an unmatched level of imagination and ingenuity that will drive the packaging industry forward towards a brighter and better future. When the doors open on 11 February at the NEC in Birmingham, packaging will take another leap forward in its transformation into a future forward manufacturing industry. This will be driven by demand for more efficient and sustainable options and f

Jan 265 min read

Paris Packaging Week 2026: A global showcase

On 5 and 6 February, Paris Packaging Week celebrates its 25th anniversary, bringing together 930 exhibitors from more than 40 countries to hall 1 of Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. Representing a wealth of expertise, innovation and craftsmanship, the event has become Europe’s premier showcase for premium packaging. This latest edition welcomes 155 first time exhibitors including Carré d’Ébène, Drago, MCC France Ouest and Thepenier Pharma & Cosmetic, showcasing new expertise

Jan 235 min read

Hopleaf Pale Ale restored to iconic status by bluemarlin

Hopleaf Pale Ale, one of Malta’s most cherished beer brands, has unveiled a bold new visual identity by brand design agency bluemarlin, marking a confident return to relevance for the historic brew. First introduced to Malta in 1928, Hopleaf’s iconic red leaf had gradually lost its presence amid increasingly generic beer design. bluemarlin set out to restore its status by re-positioning Hopleaf as a soul filled classic reborn – honouring its heritage while appealing to a ne

Jan 222 min read

Museum of Failure makes UK debut at Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026

The Museum of Failure will make its first ever UK exhibition appearance in February at Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026, bringing its globally recognised collection of famous flops, misguided ideas, and misunderstood innovations to the UK packaging industry for the first time. The exhibition will invite visitors to explore how mistakes, misjudgements, and unexpected outcomes are not the opposite of innovation, but often its starting point. From Kodak’s early digital came

Jan 218 min read

Reusable packaging helps national retailer take control of backroom logistics in over 4000 stores

The modern retail backroom is doing more than ever: e-commerce returns, ship from store, same day pickup, seasonal surge management, and more. But the physical layout and tools used to manage it haven’t changed much. To meet these demands, a major national retail chain has adopted The Last Box, Returnity’s reusable packaging boxes, in thousands of its highest volume locations. The system replaces disposable cardboard and other outdated packaging never intended for modern re

Jan 202 min read

Investing in a brand’s soul

Mickael Minot, brand owner director at James Cropper, explains. The modern economy demands a lot of paper. It is a material that we ask to carry a lot, both literally and metaphorically. When you need to send important information, you use paper documents. When you need to protect heavy or fragile items, you can pack them in heavyweight boxes made of corrugated board. And, on a deeper level, paper also carries the dyes, pigments, and messages that bring brands to life in

Jan 195 min read

Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I partners with Polytag to transform packaging intelligence

Suntory Beverage & Food Great Britain & Ireland (SBF GB&I), the producer of Lucozade and Ribena, has partnered with Polytag to deploy advanced QR technology across its packaging, unlocking new capabilities in supply chain management, consumer engagement and market intelligence. The collaboration allows the company to leverage packaging as a dynamic digital touchpoint whilst gaining unprecedented visibility into product movement and customer behaviour. Polytag's enterpris

Jan 162 min read

Beatson Clark to showcase pharma packaging in Paris

Beatson Clark will be joining over 400 exhibitors and more than 6000 delegates this month at PharmaPack, Europe’s premier annual event for the pharmaceutical packaging, drug delivery and medical device sectors. Exhibiting on stand 4D110, Beatson Clark will be joined by sister company Pont Packaging at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles on 21 and 22 January 2026. The event brings together hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of pharmaceuticals professionals to network, showcase

Jan 152 min read

Sabert launches PulpUltra, a game changer in food packaging

Already introduced in Ireland with bespoke childrens’ meal packaging and in France with the Gastronorme range, Sabert Corporation Europe is now launching its latest innovation, PulpUltra, across Europe and the UK and Ireland. ‘Over a decade ago, Sabert was the first to bring quality, functional bagasse pulp packaging solutions to the European market,’ said Alex Noake, Senior vice president and managing director for Sabert Europe. ‘Now, we are pioneering PulpUltra, a game ch

Jan 141 min read

A clear choice: economical and wash off certified

Herma is highlighting its expertise in films with two new label self-adhesive materials. In both cases, a transparent PP film combines particularly economical clear on clear properties with certified wash off qualities – available in the net width range with short delivery times. The basis for the two new self-adhesive materials is the innovative, permanent multi-layer adhesive 72Hpw. It provides both high transparency for standard applications and certified wash off properti

Jan 132 min read

Paper based spice packaging

one.five is enabling the organic spice manufacturer foodie & friends to use a paper based barrier packaging. The Hazelsun material used is recyclable in the waste paper stream and replaces previously used spice packaging, part of which was not recyclable. The fibres are sourced from agricultural residues such as leaves and stems. The cellulose is produced using 100% renewable energy. Hazelsun is CEPI certified, compatible with European paper recycling streams, and enables a

Jan 122 min read

Burgopak designs packaging for fintech start up – transforming an envelope into an event

Packaging design company Burgopak has teamed up with Placard, the plastic card manufacturer, to design and create packaging for financial services provider Emerge’s bank card. The brief for Burgopak’s design team was to create packaging that would make a statement and stand out in the market. This called for a premium, tactile experience that felt like unwrapping a gift. Sasha Fowler, creative director at Emerge, led the creative direction and concept development behind t

Jan 92 min read

Packaging solution replaces single use plastic for electronic display products

DS Smith and Raymarine, a manufacturer of navigation systems and electronics for the commercial marine and recreational boating sector, have collaborated to create an alternative solution to single use plastic in the company’s radar product line packaging. In the new packaging, the DS Smith design team has used fibre based corrugated cardboard materials to replace Expanded Polyethylene (EPE foam) in Raymarine’s previous solution. This can ensure that the radar products are

Jan 73 min read

Proudly produced in Donegal: ProAmpac invests in the future of food board manufacturing

ProAmpac is strengthening its operational footprint with the expansion of food board manufacturing capabilities at its Donegal, Ireland campus. The addition of a new, purpose built food board production area within the existing site reinforces the company’s commitment to innovation, efficiency, and customer service across the food packaging sector. As an extension of the existing Donegal operations, which support the pet food, food to go, and CPG markets, the expanded produ

Jan 61 min read

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

Jan 52 min read

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

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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.