All Coronavirus articles – Page 2
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ArticleOnline retailers facing longer lead times and higher prices
A growing number of internet retailers are struggling to fulfil orders as a result of a shortage of cardboard packaging brought about by the boom in online sales during the pandemic.
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ArticleSoftbox supports Pfizer in global cold chain distribution of COVID-19 vaccine
Softbox, a global provider of passive temperature control packaging solutions, has been supporting Pfizer in the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines.
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ArticleEuropean flexible packaging manufacturers voice concern at ongoing tension in polymer market
Members of the flexible packaging value chain are voicing concern at tensions in the polymer market which have been going on for some time, according to a new report.
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ArticleRaw material shortages in Europe impacting production of plastic products
According to a new report from EuPC, the European market for polymers has been under pressure for several months and the negative consequences of raw material shortages and price increases are seriously impacting the production of plastic products.
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ArticleDemand for labels remains strong as pandemic recovery begins, but buyers seek supply chain resilience
According to this year’s FINAT RADAR survey, 83% of brand owners project that label purchase volumes will increase or remain the same in 2021 across all formats.
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Article'We must be prepared for changes': AROL Group talks COVID-19
To find out how AROL Group has been tackling the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, we spoke with the group’s general sales manager, Federico Zannier.
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ArticleConsumer protection in the COVID age
Over the past year, figures from across the value chain have argued that the role played by the packaging industry in society has never been more important, and nowhere is this more apparent than in the realm of consumer protection.
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ArticleInk raw materials supply chain under pressure due to COVID
As a result of the pandemic, packaging ink suppliers are facing increased prices on pigment raw materials, petrochemical price increases and supply constraints, and higher freight costs due to the reduced availability of containers.
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ArticleSealed Air supports fight against COVID-19
Sealed Air Corporation is continuing to play a role in providing the essential packaging solutions needed to help customers in the fight against COVID-19.
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ArticleMondi expands e-commerce portfolio with recyclable BCoolBox
Mondi has introduced its latest e-commerce innovation – a recyclable corrugated packaging solution to keep perishable food cool while in transit.
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ArticleUnpacking the key design trends of 2020 – Part 2: Design Bridge
In the second edition of a two-part series looking into the pivotal design trends of 2020 with key influencers from the industry, we talk COVID-19, e-commerce, and sustainability with Lisa Mathews, strategy director at Design Bridge Amsterdam.
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ArticleDelta Airlines includes Easysnap dispensing technology in 'care kit'
Delta Airlines has announced that it will include Easysnap’s one-hand sanitizing gel dispensing solution in its “care kit” for passengers.
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ArticleHighly sensitive COVID vaccine could be a test of resilience for EU anti-counterfeiting elements
Serialisation expert Christoph Krähenbühl of Excellis Health Europe explores the potential vulnerabilities in the COVID vaccine supply chain.
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ArticleH.B. Fuller unveils cold-resistant adhesives for COVID-19 vaccine delivery
Adhesives manufacturer H.B. Fuller has revealed a new range of adhesive grades with hot melt advanced technology for ultra-cold storage of vaccines and medication packaging.
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Article2020 in review: our most-read articles from the past year
Take a look at our ten most-read articles of 2020 for a refresher on the key developments and trends from the year that just ended.
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ArticleWhat does 2021 hold for supply chains?
John Perry, managing director of SCALA, looks into how the fallout from this year might affect the supply chain in the months to come.
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ArticleMarks and Spencer expands grocery refill concept
British retailer Marks and Spencer has extended its Fill Your Own concept to a third store, supporting customers to reduce and reuse with over 50 lines of refillable grocery essentials and frozen fruit.
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ArticleMeeting the e-commerce fulfilment challenge
Paul Foot, partner and patent attorney at European intellectual property firm, Withers & Rogers, looks into the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the present and future state of e-commerce packaging.
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ArticleDS Smith and Glenhaze support BrewDog with launch of 2020 advent calendar
With the festive period fast approaching, DS Smith and Glenhaze have supported the creation of BrewDog’s 2020 advent calendars in line with the brewer’s commitment to being carbon negative.
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ArticleThe fight against pharma counterfeiting in the time of coronavirus
We spoke with Pete Smallwood, business development manager at speciality security printer and IHMA member Eltronis, to unpack the threat that COVID-related counterfeiting poses to the industry and society.