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The Future of Packaging Conference 2024 focused on emerging themes in the industry’s evolving landscape, highlighting a positive outlook for market fundamentals and the growing focus on #sustainability, #AI and #consumer preferences. Explore the 10 key takeaways for insights on factors that are redefining #packaging strategies and investment opportunities. https://bit.ly/3SnN9J7 #Packaging #Sustainability #AI #ConsumerPreferences #Innovation #MarketTrends #FutureOfPackaging #InvestmentOpportunities #LEKConsulting

🌍 The need for efficient technologies to accurately identify and classify plastic waste is essential for advancing a circular economy. 💡 That’s why each innovation counts for the industry. Today, we’d like to share about a new software developed by tech company Digimarc. This software uses digital watermarks to precisely identify packaging composition, enhancing the sorting of recyclable materials. Not only does it improve material classification, but it also reduces costs, making it more accessible for companies and recycling plants. Read the full article here 👉🏻 https://lnkd.in/er2mGm82 #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #Recycling #Technology

🌍 Top Challenges Brands Face in Packaging Today 📦 In the fast-evolving packaging industry, brands face a unique set of challenges that impact their products, operations, and customer perception: Sustainability Expectations: Meeting consumer demands for eco-friendly solutions while balancing costs. Regulatory Pressure: Adapting to stricter laws around plastics and sustainability. Cost Management: Rising material and supply chain costs create budget constraints. Innovation vs. Practicality: Balancing creative designs with functionality and durability. E-commerce Demands: Packaging that protects products in transit yet remains eco-conscious. To stay ahead, brands must rethink designs, embrace sustainable materials, and prioritize customer-centric solutions. It's a balancing act, but the opportunity to innovate has never been greater! 🚀 What challenges do you think are shaping the future of packaging? Let’s discuss! #vLoop #PackagingInnovation #Sustainability #ECommercePackaging #BrandStrategy #EcoFriendlySolutions

Is sustainability a priority for your 2025 business goals? ♻ Discover how connected packaging can help you achieve them while driving efficiency and innovation. 🌍 With digital labeling and artwork management taking the world by storm, the concept of connected packaging is reshaping sustainable packaging. But what is it and how does it work? Take a look at our infographic below to see how connected packaging could transform your process for the better and read our full blog on connected packaging here 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gfcthJCQ 📞 📩 Want to find out how Kallik can help with your sustainable packaging goals? Speak to one of our labeling and artwork experts on +44 (0) 1827 318100 or email enquiries@kallik.com. #ConnectedPackaging #SustainablePackaging #Recycling #SustainabilityGoals #ProductPackaging #PackagingManufacturing

An interesting read for any of my clients and contacts within the packaging industry, if you want to explore further and want any more details on this from Beau then let me know

...and not forgetting that nature repair and restoration are an inherent part of what constitutes a circular economy also.

The #packaging industry needs to find better ways to manage products throughout their lifecycle. Increasing #sustainability, #circularity and #transparency is especially important because it presents opportunities to drive meaningful innovation. The recently published Forbes Insights report, “Bridging The Divide: How Connecting Physical And Digital Worlds Will Define Enterprise Solutions To The Next Decade’s Challenges,” explores how Avery Dennison connects these worlds to help address major global business challenges.    Curious to learn more? Read the report: https://avydn.co/3B4fqyo  #MakingPossible #PackagingInnovation #CircularEconomy #DigitalTransformation #SupplyChainSolutions #EnvironmentalImpact #GreenPackaging #FutureOfPackaging #IndustryTrends

For us, the combination of innovation, sustainability, and marketing is critical to responding to the packaging industry's difficulties and making a genuine difference. Alvaro Bernad, our Innovation, Sustainability, and Marketing Director, emphasizes the necessity of integrating these sectors into a unified approach. This allows us to anticipate our customers' demands and lead the change towards a sustainable future. “Sustainability is in everything we do, and our commitment ensures that we can operate as leaders in our industry. Marketing confirms to us that we work on the solutions our customers need, even anticipating those needs. And Innovation answers those needs with tangible and relevant solutions that we develop in Innotech.” On our fifth anniversary, we celebrate the vision that motivates us every day to provide sophisticated and sustainable solutions for a constantly evolving world. #innovation #beyondpackaging #solutions

In our latest practice note we show the connections between product stewardship and a circular economy. The note highlights the benefits of rethinking how we design, manufacture, use and manage products and materials, across the entire lifecycle. Details: https://lnkd.in/giSZicxp #productstewardship #circulareconomy #practicenote

It's easy to fall into the narrative that entering the packaging industry is somehow a "fall from grace," but this couldn't be further from the truth. The notion that packaging has a reputation problem is a fallacy perpetuated by an insular mindset often present within the industry. Dani Novick, Managing Director of Mercury Search and Selection Limited, explains that packaging is shedding its outdated reputation, evolving into a dynamic industry driven by innovation, sustainability and consumer experiences. Packaging Innovations & Empack #sustainablepackaging #recyclability #packaging #sustainability #circulareconomy #recycledmaterials #resourceefficiency