Issue 75 | August 2024
In this issue: Shaping the future of packaging with technology and security.
Issue 74 | May 2024
In this issue: Discover how the packaging industry is evolving towards sustainability by embracing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards.
Issue 73 | February 2024
In this issue: Uncover the game-changing potential of connectivity, from interactive labels to smart packaging solutions.
Issue 72 | December 2023
In this issue: We anticipate 2024 trends, explore festive season demands, plastic waste solutions, recycling targets, and the circular economy’s influence on packaging choices.
Issue 71 | October 2023
In this issue: we explore the packaging frontier, including machinery advancements, European shrink sleeves, integrity tech, Form, Fill, Seal progress, and the triumph of clear PET over coloured plastic.
Issue 70 | August 2023
In this issue: AI is set to unwrap the packaging revolution. Sustainability takes centre stage. The Biomaterials and bioplastics boom in global packaging. Label Expo Europe 2023.
Issue 69 | June 2023
In this issue: 2023 cybersecurity state—trends, threats, and market forecast. How does cybersecurity impact packaging? Packaging vulnerabilities? Safeguarding against cyber threats.
Issue 68 | May 2023
In this issue: Inside Packaging explores the biggest challenge facing flexible packaging as well as what’s next for automated labeling production technology.
Issue 67 | March 2023
In this issue: Ahead of Interpack, Inside Packaging reveals the latest in digital printing technology as well as the packaging companies to watch in 2023.
Issue 66 | December 2022
In this issue: Following COP27 Inside Packaging takes a look at who’s leading the way on circularity within the packaging sector as well as the key trends to watch in 2023.
Issue 65 | September 2022
In this issue, Inside Packaging explores how packaging companies and indeed governments are improving sustainability across the supply chain.
Issue 64 | June 2022
In this issue: The impact of the war on packaging companies in Ukraine, why it’s ‘one in, all in’ for packaging’s sustainability quest, how circular platforms are helping the sector achieve its ESG targets, and more.
Issue 63 | March 2022
In this issue: How e-commerce is changing the way businesses approach packaging, the macroeconomic trends of ESG in packaging, the companies leading the way in cybersecurity, and more.
Issue 62 | January 2022
In this issue: How packaging can help decarbonise our food systems, why brand owners are choosing their packaging partners on ESG terms, ten ways to ensure your packaging solutions are futureproof, and more.
Issue 61 | November 2021
In this issue: Why seaweed could change the packaging world. Plus: PepsiCo’s sustainability ‘pep’ talk, inside Innocent’s blender and is it time to reorganise your supply chain?
Issue 60 | September 2021
In this issue: Are Amazon’s sustainability efforts good enough? Plus: packaging artwork management, the race to recruit in AI, smart packaging brings the future into view, and more.
Issue 59 | July 2021
IWe look at refill dispensers on trial in supermarkets, Unilever’s new paper bottle concept, new sensor technology in packaging, and much more.
Issue 58 | May 2021
We look at the sustainability credentials of aluminium cups, lockdown’s impact on takeaway packaging, the potential problems caused by the new UK DRS, and much more.
Issue 57 | March 2021
We look into the challenges for recycling in the US, the potential of hemp bioplastics, reactions to the Basel Amendments, and much more.
Issue 56 | January 2021
We look forward to the next year, and further, as we learn what key trends to expect in the packaging sector. Also, we learn about the rise of NFC technology in packaging, look inside Scotland’s new Deposit Return Scheme, and much more.
Yearbook 2020
In this special edition, we round up the key packaging stories from 2020, from recycling to sustainability, as well as the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
Issue 55 | November 2020
We look at the growing demand for metal cans and the broken promises of plastic substitutes. We also consider why a shared responsibility is vital in the drive towards a sustainable, circular economy; as well as much more.
Issue 54 | September 2020
We look at some of the latest regulations surrounding the packaging sector, gauging the response to the proposed US Plastic Waste Reduction and Recycling Act. We also hear from responses from those in the recycling sector to the new EU plastic waste charge, and much more.
Issue 53 | July 2020
We look at packaging for the visually impaired, and why brands should stop using accessibility as a marketing tool. We also look at whether ocean plastic has the potential to bolster European R-PET markets, as well as hearing from Tetra Pak about the company’s new fully-renewable carton package.
Issue 52 | May 2020
We take a look at the rise of alternative materials in response to the UK’s plastic straw ban. We also delve into how European recycling markets are being impacted by Covid-19, as well as what to keep in mind when communicating sustainability to consumers, and more.
Issue 51 | March 2020
We cast an eye on whether recycling ocean plastic could be an opportunity for the packaging industry, look at the potential of aluminium as an alternative material to plastic in drinks packaging, and more.
Issue 50 | January 2020
Trends for 2020, new ideas for plastic-free cosmetics packaging, the pros and cons of plastic alternatives, progress in accessible packaging, and more.
2019 Yearbook
A look back at the biggest packaging stories from the past year, including the quest for sustainability, the march of digitisation and more.
Issue 49 | November 2019
Balancing luxury with sustainability, augmented reality brings packaging to life, caps and closures respond to emerging trends, and more.
Issue 48 | September 2019
How younger consumers are driving packaging evolution, the politicisation of waste, keeping pharmaceuticals safe with packaging, and more.
Issue 47 | July 2019
Squid protein and seaweed as solutions to plastic waste, Tetra Pak’s vision for connected packaging, beating FMCG’s counterfeiters, and more.
Issue 46 | May 2019
Embracing the circular economy, working with reclaimed ocean plastics, digitalisation of the supply chain, and more
Issue 45 | March 2019
Robotics in packaging, sustainable container films, ‘tuneable’ bioplastics and more
Issue 44 | January 2019
How manufacturers can live up to consumer demand for sustainability, opportunities in cosmetics packaging, preparing for Industry 4.0 and more.
Yearbook 2018
Looking back on the biggest packaging stories of 2018.
Issue 43 | November 2018
Paper’s potential in the war on plastic, packaging solutions to reducing food waste, adding value to the skincare sector, and more.
Issue 42 | September 2018
The top trends in the household cleaning and laundry market, new fragrance formats, the rise of e-groceries and more.
Issue 41 | July 2018
The corrugated market, touch free meat packaging, the global make up sector, the aluminium can and more.
Market Focus Special Issue | May 2018
The latest research, insights and analysis from GlobalData, including smart and simple pack designs and how packaging can add value to toiletries and hygiene products.
Issue 31 | May 2018
The race to eliminate non-recyclable packaging, smart packs, making the most of material resources, bottles and jars for cosmetics, and more.
Issue 39 | March 2018
Eco-friendly caps and closures, packaging design for healthcare products, innovative formats for cosmetics, growing consumer loyalty with the right label design, and more.
Market Focus Special Issue | February 2018
The latest research and analysis from GlobalData, including on-the-go pack designs and how packaging can add value to prepared meals.
Issue 38 | January 2018
Tapping into the growing market for male grooming products, airless technology for cosmetics jars, improving shelf life with antimicrobial packaging, and more.
Market Focus Special Issue | December 2017
The latest research and analysis from GlobalData, trends the US packaging industry and how packs can add value to hot drinks.
Issue 37 | November 2017
Driving on-shelf appeal with premium packaging, the potential of Industry 4.0 for the packaging industry, glass packs for pharmaceuticals, fighting counterfeits in the supply chain, and more.
Market Focus Special Issue | October 2017
The latest research and analysis from GlobalData, including trends in ‘smart’ packaging and how innovative designs can add value to dairy products.
Issue 36 | September 2017
Environmentally friendly solutions are becoming crucial for brand image, packing up gourmet on the go, innovative designs that tap into sensory engagement, and more.
Market Focus Special Issue | August 2017
The latest research, insights and analysis from GlobalData, including trends in the packaging industry and baby products.
Issue 35 | July 2017
How to design products for retail success, eco-friendly paper packaging for perfumes, new designs for portion control, overcoming the challenges of e-commerce packaging and more.
Market Focus Special Issue | June 2017
The latest research, insights and analysis from GlobalData, including key business trends, closures and cold drinks.
Issue 34 | May 2017
Addressing the growing demand for intelligent packaging, how to do ‘clean labels’ right, reclose systems for flexible packaging, driving consumer engagement through design, and more.
Market Focus Special Issue | April 2017
The latest research, insights and analysis from GlobalData, including dosing bottles, dispenser packs and luxury soap.
Issue 33 | March 2017
The quest to replace fossil fuels in the supply chain, how sustainability is driving packaging design, Malibu’s interactive bottle, the impact of unboxing videos on consumer spending, and more.
Market Focus Special Issue | February 2017
The latest research, insights and analysis from Canadean, including novel pack designs, trigger systems and how packaging can add value to pet products.
Issue 32 | January 2017
How 3D moulded paper could replace plastic, trending applications for holographic films, conveying ethical luxury through packaging design, new ideas in bioplastics, and more.