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Flexible Packaging is About to Rise
The latest market report on packaging by Smithers Pira claims that flexible packaging is forecast for strong growth from 2019 to 2024. Flexible packaging is commonly used for food…
British Public Calls For 100% Recyclable Packaging
British citizens want all food packaging to be made 100% recyclable, according to a recent survey commissioned by the Waste and Resources Action Programme (WRAP) and the Industry…
When It Comes to Branding, Colours Matter
A recent study by the University of Missouri has revealed that colours have a strong impact on how consumers view logos – and the brand they belong to. The University of Missouri surveyed…
HP Indigo Inks Certified for Compostable Packaging
HP Indigo’s digital printing inks have been certified for compostability in accordance with leading standards like EU regulation EN 13432. “Demand for sustainable packaging solutions is driving…
Recyclable Packaging Petition Reaches Parliament
Pressure on the UK government over packaging and sustainability has reached a new level after MPs discussed a petition which urges the ban of all non-recyclable food packaging. The petition…
Print Industry Predicts Successful 2019
Both printers and suppliers predict 2019’s economic condition will improve from 2019, according to the latest drupa Global Trends report. The report saw 40% of printers state that their…
The Printing Charity Continues to Expand
The Printing Charity has announced it has broadened its support, supporting a third more people in 2018 from 2017. Speaking at The Printing Charity’s AGM in London, chair Jon Wright announced…
Packaging Changes How We Think About Chocolate
According to a new study, the way chocolate is packaged has a strong influence on how we perceive taste when it comes to chocolate. According to the Australia’s University of Melbourne, while…
Cosmetics Brands Turn to Sustainability
As popular beauty influencers like Samantha Ravndahl and Raw Beauty Kristi speak out about sustainability in cosmetics packaging, increasing numbers of beauty brands are turning…
Industry Survives BPIF Quarter Predictions
The print industry’s first quarter of 2019 performed better than expectations, according to the British Printing Industries Federation’s (BPIF) latest Printing Outlook. The quarterly study…
Anti-Counterfeiting Packaging to Rise
According to Smithers Pira, the global market for anti-counterfeit and security packaging will rise from 2019 to 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.4% – totalling $4bn…
Why You Should Personalise Your Direct Mail Campaigns
Direct mail can be surprisingly effective, even in today’s Internet-driven world – a 2017 study found that approximately 42% of people read or scan direct mail sent to them. 54% of respondents…