All Design articles – Page 3
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ArticleHow BuzzBallz should improve the recyclability of its packaging
How could BuzzBallz, a rising star in pre-mixed cocktails, redesign its packaging for improved recyclability – and how should local recycling infrastructure evolve to improve its recycling rates? Tim Sykes makes his case.
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ArticleLush sells solid shower products and removes ‘unnecessary’ packaging
Lush has revealed a new lineup of packaging-free shampoo bars, solid shower gels, and limited-edition shower gummies, intended to tackle ‘unnecessary’ packaging waste in the summer season.
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ArticleKoenig & Bauer introduces flatbed die-cutter for corrugated board
Koenig & Bauer has announced its new CutPRO 2.1 flatbed die-cutter for corrugated board processing, jointly developed within the Group and specifically designed for production stability and high reliability in practical operation.
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ArticleIs Coca-Cola’s refreshed packaging a success or a mistake?
The Coca-Cola Company’s recent brand refresh has sparked widespread debate for its perceived similarities to cigarette packaging, ‘indistinguishable’ packaging designs between drink flavours, and more. We take a deeper dive into the ongoing conversation and ask the question: was this approach a success or a mistake?
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ArticleResponsibleGlass opens public consultation for international glassmaking standard
ResponsibleGlass has launched the first public consultation on its International Standard for Glassmaking draft, from 20th July-18th September 2026. The draft covers all aspects of glass production including legal compliance, transparency and reporting, responsible sourcing and design for sustainability and circularity.
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ArticleAptar Closures introduces linerless, hot-fill capable sport cap
Aptar Closures has revealed its Harmonic liner-less flip-top sport cap for hot-fill beverage applications, aiming to help beverage brands improve consumer experience and reinforce product security with a customizable design.
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ArticleBZERO raises €2.5 million in seed round for home-compostable film
Biomaterials startup BZERO says it has closed an oversubscribed €1.5 million seed round to accelerate commercial adoption of its home-compostable film, said to be as thin as 7 microns while having the same mechanical strength as conventional plastic.
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ArticleCoca-Cola unveils visual rebrand for consistency across packaging
The Coca-Cola Company has reimagined its bottles and cans to improve its brand consistency and tap into its ‘iconic heritage’ – but some consumers have criticized the ‘indistinguishable’ designs across drink variants.
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ArticleHERMA reveals linerless label and 62Dps pressure-sensitive adhesive
HERMA has introduced its Linerless Plus label material (400) and multi-layer 62Dps pressure-sensitive adhesive, aiming to reduce waste and disposal costs for traditional, silicone-coated linerless labels.
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ArticleDraft standard for more sustainable glassmaking now open for consultation
ResponsibleGlass has published the first draft of its International Standard for Glassmaking, with its global sustainability standard, certification and labelling system now open for stakeholder consultation.
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ArticleRaro International patents plastic-free, biodegradable, home compostable bag
Raro International claims to have successfully engineered and patented a ‘completely circular matrix’ under its Raro Bags brand – the PABRIC material is said to be 100% plastic-free, 100% biodegradable and home-compostable, with an industrial-grade tensile strength capable of carrying up to 20kg without tearing.
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ArticleJones Soda and Crayola team up on limited-edition six pack
Jones Soda has collaborated with Crayola for a limited-edition 6 pack launching during the back-to-school summer season, featuring a refreshed design and part of Jones Soda’s 30th anniversary celebrations.
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ArticleAluminium meat and seafood tray replaces absorbent pads for recyclability
i2r Packaging Solutions has designed its new aluminium tray to replace hard-to-recycle absorbent soakaway pads in fresh meat and seafood packaging.
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ArticleInside a new project turning flexible snack packs into new food packaging
Last month we reported on HolyGrail 2030’s latest project to test intelligent sorting and recycling of flexible food-contact polypropylene (PP) packaging, and the consortium has now begun industrial trials utilizing digital watermarks. We spoke with Richard Akkermans, European R&D packaging productivity and sustainability manager at Mondelēz and Russell Avens, global packaging director at pladis, to find out more.
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ArticleHow are big brands working with plastic packaging in 2026?
How are household brands using or reducing plastic packaging – and what does it say about brand sentiment on the whole? We take a closer look at the five biggest brands by sales – Nestlé, PepsiCo, Procter & Gamble, Unilever, and Coca-Cola – to discover their attitudes ...
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Article‘Pocket-sized’ reusable coffee cup lid to tackle plastic waste on the go
Made from recycled plastic and tasteless food-grade silicone, Lydy is a reusable lid intended for use with on-the-go coffee cups to keep single-use plastic out of landfills.
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ArticleDuni Group implements PP mono-material solutions for takeaway, ready meals and catering
Duni Group has announced it is implementing polypropylene (PP) mono-material solutions across its Duniform brand’s takeaway, ready meal and catering lines, aiming to make them more compatible with existing recycling systems.
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ArticleLimited-edition Nature Valley packaging encourages visits to national parks
Nature Valley has revealed commemorative packaging and merchandise kits inspired by national parks in the United States, hoping to encourage consumers to visit them in person.
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ArticleNew R&D centre for Magnum targets packaging prototypes and development in India
The Magnum Ice Cream Company (TMICC) has opened a new Research, Design & Innovation Centre in Bengaluru, India, aiming to accelerate consumer-led product and packaging development across the Kwality Wall’s, Cornetto, Magnum, Carte D’Or, Feast, and Twister brands.
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ArticleCould European retailers pack fresh produce in banana leaves?
Retailers in Southeast Asia regularly go viral on social media for wrapping fresh produce in banana leaves. Could this approach serve as an effective solution in other global regions? Packaging Europe dives deeper in search of an answer.