The European Parliament has announced new rules on packaging. Announced on 22 November, the plans aim to reduce packaging waste and the chemical pollution of waterways. So, what are the changes that are coming into force? Remove Unnecessary Packaging The first step is to address excessive packaging. Some products require no packaging and others can […]
Congratulations to a Cornish paper-based packaging company, the overall winner of the 2023 British Chambers Awards. The British Chamber Awards Led by the Chamber of Commerce, these annual awards recognise excellence in British business. With regional finals, feeding into the national event, the standard of entries is high. With categories including ‘Rapid Riser’, ‘Problem Solver’ […]
Red, white, rosé, sparkling or still, whatever your wine preference, there is plenty of choice. If you buy directly from the source, there is often a chance to try before you buy. However, this is rarely the case in supermarkets and shops. For this reason, we have to judge wine by its packaging. The Importance […]
Fortunately, lots of brands have taken steps to improve their packaging. However, when you are on a mission to reduce waste and costs, a different approach could yield results. Could you change the product to reduce packaging? Reducing Excess Packaging 80% of customers prefer products sold in environmentally friendly packaging. (Source: Statista) What’s more, research* […]
Remember the days when opening the advent calendar simply revealed a picture of a star or Christmas pudding? It’s not like that anymore; the modern versions are boxes of delights! When you open the doors, all manner of treats are revealed. The question is what type of advent calendar to go for. Ornately decorative boxes […]
How much consideration do you give to your product packaging and shipping boxes? Is packaging an intricate part of your business model or a bit of an afterthought? Let us share why packaging matters. Elevate You Market Position With Considered Packaging Decisions If you’ve been thinking that the type of packaging doesn’t matter, you may […]
Buying and selling online has transformed the shopping experience. E-commerce products can be sold to customers across the globe. What’s more, buyers are no longer restricted by what is on offer in their local shops. However, there are growing concerns about certain items sold online and this has led to proposed reforms to UK Product […]
When a loved one dies, making decisions about the funeral can be upsetting. We want to honour their wishes and show respect, yet there are some tough choices to be made. Funeral costs are a burden for many families, especially in the current economic crisis. As a result, more people are opting for a cardboard […]
When you buy online, it’s usual to order the item in a couple of different sizes, colours or finishes. Then, when your parcel arrives, items can be compared and tried for size, with the best option selected. The rest is returned, quite often without charge. It seems straightforward for the customer, but the process is […]
Corrugated cardboard is a strong, lightweight material that can be cut and folded into a seemingly endless variety of shapes. There are impressive examples of durable cardboard furniture, surfboards and sculptures. Now cardboard drones have been added to the list. Cardboard, Sticky Tape & Elastic Bands Cardboard, sticky tape and elastic bands sound like the […]
Cardboard sheets are known as a low-cost packaging option. They are widely used to provide a protective layer between stacked products. However, flat cardboard sheet is also a great material for those wanting to get creative. Spray Painted Placards The rigid nature of corrugated cardboard sheet, along with the fact that it is easy to […]
550 tonnes of food could be saved due to a collaboration between UK retailers and a London-based charity. Food Parcels Benefitting People & the Environment The Felix Project has partnered with Western International Markets (WIM) on a scheme to redistribute unsold stock into fruit & veg boxes for deprived families. Working with over 100 traders, […]
Reusable and refillable packaging is crucial for sustainability. Packaging design must shift away from single-use and recyclable solutions towards a circular approach. It is only when there are established reuse and refill systems that we can hope to achieve Net Zero. To encourage fresh ideas, UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has launched a competition. The […]
Buying homegrown produce and locally manufactured goods is good for the environment and economy. However, many shoppers are ill-informed about where items originate from. How can we boost awareness and make it easier to buy British? Supporting Local Production Farms, factories and specialist makers are found in areas of the UK. They are busy growing, […]
The UK Plastic Tax was introduced to encourage more sustainable packaging solutions. It also provides a means of generating funds to enhance the UK’s packaging reprocessing facilities. However, awareness of the scheme was low when it was rolled out in April 2022, so is it making a difference? What is the Plastic Packaging Tax? Packaging […]
