Social Impact
Women in Packaging programme returns at interpack 2026
interpack 2026 will host its second Women in Packaging programme, featuring a keynote speech from Tetra Pak, multi-perspective panel discussions, and networking opportunities geared towards women at all career levels.
How packaging design impacts neurodivergent shoppers
In this edition of the Brief, we take a closer look at what parts of packaging design can impact neurodivergent shoppers, including material feel, sounds, visual clutter and how these qualities might be adapted to make packaging more inclusive.
New household recycling rules come into force across England
From this Tuesday, households across England are under new rules for sorting their recycling and waste, aiming to clear up confusion and enable consistent, streamlined collections.
What does a new Netflix film say about the potential impacts of plastic exposure?
A new Netflix documentary, The Plastic Detox, explores a potential link between infertility and exposure to chemical additives in plastics – but is it a fair representation of the packaging industry? Packaging Europe watched the documentary to explore its claims, and consults the reactions of industry voices to understand its reception.
European PET market strained as supply tightens and costs surge
PET prices are on the rise while availability declines. Caroline Murray, senior editor at ICIS, speaks with suppliers and outlines the geopolitical and industrial factors shaping the current landscape.
Key trends shaping the Ukrainian packaging market in wartime
Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the country’s packaging market ‘significantly declined’ in the first year of war – but sectors such as food, paper and cardboard reportedly doubled their volumes in 2023. Valery Krivoshey PhD and Veronika Khalaydzhi PhD IAC of Upakovka outline the key trends and factors influencing the packaging market.
How does switching to paper-based packaging impact neurodiverse shoppers?
With many companies moving from plastic packaging to paper-based alternatives in a bid to improve recyclability, the move also brings changes in how the packaging looks, feels and sounds, which can have a stronger impact on neurodiverse shoppers. PRS IN VIVO managing director Patrick Young and strategic market researcher Haneefa Buckley share their thoughts on this topic.
ESG bonuses removed from paychecks of Apple executives
Apparently, Apple removed an ‘ESG modifier’ from its top executives’ pay packages last year – joining other big brands like Procter & Gamble and Starbucks in a trend thought to reflect a decreasing interest in corporate environmental performance across the United States.
European Industry Summit talks competitiveness, energy costs and sustainability
At the European Industry Summit in Antwerp, European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen set out her vision for a more globally competitive, affordable, self-sufficient and sustainable industry for Europe’s energy, steel and chemicals sectors.
Social Impact
Women in Packaging programme returns at interpack 2026
How packaging design impacts neurodivergent shoppers
New household recycling rules come into force across England
What does a new Netflix film say about the potential impacts of plastic exposure?
European PET market strained as supply tightens and costs surge
Women in Packaging programme returns at interpack 2026
How packaging design impacts neurodivergent shoppers
New household recycling rules come into force across England
What does a new Netflix film say about the potential impacts of plastic exposure?
European PET market strained as supply tightens and costs surge