Design

Connected packaging tech breaks physical barriers, linking real-world products with dynamic and immersive digital experiences.

Shrink films made in Colombia set a new benchmark for sustainable packaging, delivering circular economy benefits without sacrificing quality or appearance.

Earth Brands, founded by two sophomores at Williams College, aims to replace disposable plastic cups on college campuses—and beyond.

Nina Day, a woman, single mother, and CEO, shares her journey of resilience, sustainability, and breaking barriers in Germany’s male-dominated plastics industry.

New digital tools, including fluid dynamics simulations and AI, now allow engineers to optimize flame treatment with unprecedented precision. To understand their impact, let’s explore the latest advancements and their real-world benefits for plastic manufacturers.

Global talent highly supports the growth of the plastics industry. While manufacturers can quickly install machinery and secure raw materials, the real challenge lies in building a dependable workforce.

Forward-thinking brands are discovering that embracing unconventional, quirky, and deliberately flawed designs creates profound resonance with younger consumers.

The UK’s Extended Producer Responsibility scheme reshapes packaging design and recycling. Businesses now face new rules, fees, and sustainability standards.

Metal-free laminates have high packaging barrier properties while simplifying the recycling process, offering a sustainable solution without compromising functionality.

Pet product manufacturers are embracing recycled plastics and long-life design to set new benchmarks for sustainability.