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Top 5 Packaging Design Trends For 2023

ESM examines recent research by Solidus Solutions that investigates the key packaging trends for 2023.

Israel To Abandon Plastic Tax Despite Environmental Concerns

Israel's new government will abandon the country's tax on single-use plastic plates and utensils, finance minister Bezalel Smotrich has said, despite envir...

Ferrero Group Aims For 100% Recyclable Or Reusable Packaging By 2025

Italy’s Ferrero Group has taken another step in its sustainability strategy, committing to have 100% of its packaging be reusable, recyclable or comp...

DS Smith Raises Dividend, Upbeat On Annual Performance

DS Smith has raised its interim dividend by 25% and has forecast a stronger-than-expected annual performance, after the British cardboard maker posted an i...

Tesco Launches Online Marketplace To Reduce Waste, Cut Costs

UK retailer Tesco has launched a new online marketplace that allows suppliers with surplus products to connect with other suppliers who need them.

Consumer Goods Firms 'Shifting Gears' On Sustainable Packaging, Says GlobalData

Consumer goods firms are increasingly implementing sustainability initiatives into their packaging strategies, amid mounting pressure from consumers, inves...

EU Sets Recycling, Reuse Targets To Cut Packaging Waste

The European Commission has proposed new rules to reduce packaging waste through increased recycled content in plastic drinks bottles and targets for reuse...