Day: March 7, 2023
Breaking down the truth behind biodegradability
Exploring bioplastic biodegradability and how it will impact our future According to Report Insights, the biodegradable plastics market was worth 7.65 billion USD in 2022 and is projected to exceed 22.12 billion USD by 2030. While the appetite for plastics made from natural feedstocks is increasing, what can we expect for the future of bioplastic research? Here…
Packaging for the long haul: A closer look at the viability of paper-based alternatives
By Charles Haverfield, Packaging Executive for US Packaging & Wrapping Nestle recently announced a packaging makeover for one of its most recognizable products, KitKat. In Australia, the sweet treat will be trialled with recyclable paper wrappers as part of the company’s pledge to slash the use of virgin plastics by a third by 2025. I explore…
Why brands are failing at reuse and refill
A new report from Root reveals the top 5 challenges brands face when implementing a reuse and refill strategy and provides guidance on how to navigate them in this edition of the Spotlight. ‘Reuse and refill’ is a laudable aim – an environmental nirvana whereby customers make repeat in-store purchases using a single re-useable container. Less waste,…
Procter and Gamble rolls out recyclable paper packaging for Always across Europe
Procter and Gamble has announced that paper-based, FSC-certified, recyclable packaging for its Always Cotton Protection Pad Range has now been rolled out across Europe. The packs are now available in France, Belgium, Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, the UK, Ireland, Sweden, Norway, Finland and Denmark – and were launched in Spain and Portugal last week. The…
Dove designs its first refillable deodorant packaging solution
Dove has launched its first refillable and reusable deodorant packaging with the aim of providing an accessible refill solution for consumers and reducing plastic waste. According to Dove, the ‘super-durable’ stainless steel case is capable of enduring forces of nearly 900lb in weight, while the pack’s exterior incorporates 96% recycled plastic and is 100% recyclable. It…
Sainsbury’s to vacuum pack beef mince range with plans to save 450 tonnes of plastic every year
Sainsbury’s has substituted the tray packaging of its beef mince range with vacuum packs in a move expected to reduce 55% of plastic per product and an overall 450 tonnes of plastic annually. As it involves the complete removal of oxygen, the new packaging is expected to preserve the product’s freshness for longer. Furthermore, while the…
