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Experts highlight digital printing’s transformation of packaging cost strategies

Digital printing has emerged as a transformative innovation in the packaging industry over the past decade. Methods such as inkjet and laser printing offer flexibility, speed, and cost-effectiveness, particularly for short runs. However, some industry observers note that digital printing is unlikely to fully replace traditional techniques, primarily due to cost considerations and production scale. 
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Soft drink packaging industry balances sustainability, efficiency & convenience
Soft drink packaging is evolving in response to changing consumer expectations, regulatory pressure, and rising material costs. Packaging Insights discusses these increasingly relevant factors with Amcor, Trivium Packaging, and SLMG Beverages, the Coca-Cola distributor in India. “Sustainability is the most consequential shift underway,” Paritosh Ladhani, managing director at SLMG Beverages, tells us. “Across the industry, companies are moving toward lightweight PET, recyclable materials, and packaging formats designed for a circular economy.”
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Interpack 2026: WPO tackles food waste, packaging waste trade off and “wishcycling”
The global packaging industry is making progress on recyclability and monomaterial design, but is still failing to grapple with the harder trade-off between packaging waste and food waste, according to Nerida Kelton, the VP of sustainability and safe food at the World Packaging Organisation (WPO).
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Pet food packaging trends
Innova Market Insights data indicates that new pet food launches have gained ground, with 3% growth from 2021 to 2025. Most of these launches were packed in plastic, but metal packaging is also gaining traction. Nearly half of pet food launches were in standing pouches, while the use of folded boxes is increasing.
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Safe, secure, convenient and clean: Caps and closures in food and beverage
This eBook explores how caps and closures shape product protection, usability and sustainability in food and beverage packaging. From sports and flat caps in beverages to sauces, condiments, oils and vinegar closures in food, it highlights design choices that improve consumer experience, support recycling and enhance brand impact.This Technical Paper is brought to you by Amcor.
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Interpack 2026: TNA launches robag Quantum fully automatic packaging system
Simon Hill, group product innovation manager at TNA Solutions, presented the new robag Quantum fully automatic packaging system for snack and confectionery production lines. According to Hill, digital tools are becoming increasingly important in food manufacturing.

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Ghana bans styrofoam takeaway packaging nationwide from 2027
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Ghana is set to implement a nationwide ban on styrofoam products effective January 1, 2027, eliminating takeaway packs, disposable cups, and other polystyrene (PS) foam packaging products.The country’s Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) states that the ban will apply to the production, importation, distribution, sale, and use of styrofoam products, commonly referred to in Ghana as “takeaway packs.”
Nestlé Philippines launches sachet recycling machine with Robinsons Supermarket
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Nestlé Philippines and Restore Solutions have partnered with Robinsons Supermarket to introduce reverse vending machines (RVM) for sachets into four of the retailer’s stores. “This starts the value chain of circularity with Nestlé as the manufacturer, Robinsons Supermarket as the retailer, and Restore as the upcycler,” says Jose Uy III, senior vice president and head of corporate affairs at Nestlé Philippines. 
Returnity spotlights reusable e-commerce packaging amid material shortages
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Returnity is offering a free pilot program for B2B e-commerce shippers interested in its reusable packaging solutions. The limited-time offer aims to support shipping companies in adjusting to the rising corrugated and e-commerce packaging prices.  “Corrugated pricing volatility continues to create operational and financial pressure,” says Mike Newman, CEO at Returnity. “Reusable packaging is a straightforward solution for many of the shipping patterns that already exist within retailers’ day-to-day operations. Switching to Returnity’s cost-controlled reusables allows retailers to lock in savings, insulates them from pricing volatility, and gives them one fewer headache to worry about.”
Ball Corporation advances substantiated sustainability in aluminum packaging
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As environmental sustainability moves from being a standout packaging claim to a requirement driven by regulations and consumer expectations, the ability of companies to communicate the evidence is becoming increasingly important. While the topic of substantiated sustainability is usually discussed in conversations about plastics and paper packaging, it is just as important for other packaging materials, including aluminum. Substantiated sustainability is an Innova Market Insights Top Packaging Trend for 2026, and it will be discussed at the upcoming Packaging Insights webinar on June 11, highlighting how brands can address these trends to thrive in the market. We sit down with Predrag Ozmo, sustainability director at Ball Corporation, to discuss the major aluminum manufacturer’s sustainability credentials and communication strategy.
F&B packaging tops global shoreline litter as scientists call for industry...
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F&B plastic packaging is one of the most common sources of litter on the world’s coastlines, according to a new study from the University of Plymouth, UK, which looked at data from more than 5,300 surveys on shoreline litter — reportedly the first study of its kind. The study calls for industry and policy action, stating that waste management can no longer keep up with the scale and severity of plastic pollution. 
ADM expands plant protein lineup as demand for diversified sources grows
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Food Ingredients First

ADM has introduced eight new soy- and pea-based protein ingredients across North America and Europe, as food manufacturers continue to expand beyond traditional animal protein formulations and seek more diversified plant-based options. The launches include soy protein isolates, concentrates, textured proteins, and pea flour designed for applications ranging from dairy alternatives and beverages to hybrid meat products, bakery, and specialized nutrition.
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Safe, secure, convenient and clean: Caps and closures in...
This eBook explores how caps and closures shape product protection, usability and sustainability in food and beverage packaging. From sports and flat caps in beverages to sauces, condiments, oils and vinegar closures in food, it highlights design choices that improve consumer experience, support recycling and enhance brand impact.This Technical Paper is brought to you by Amcor.
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A data-driven guide to multipacking
How can CPG brands balance escalating regulatory pressures with changing consumer expectations in their multipacking decisions? Lifecycle analysis, performance testing, and total cost of ownership evaluation are critical in guiding evidence-based choices. Discover strategies to select the best material for the job across key metrics.This Technical Paper is brought to you by PakTech.
Innova Top Packaging Trends 2026.
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Top Packaging Trends 2026: Navigating sustainability,...
Innova Market Insights has announced its Top Packaging Trends 2026, with “Substantiated Sustainability” taking top spot. This trend emphasizes the need for verified environmental claims, driven by stricter regulations, such as the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). Global consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable packaging but are wary of greenwashing, meaning brands must back sustainability claims with scientific evidence. The second trend, “Digital-Enhanced Designs,” highlights the growing role of digital technologies like AI, augmented reality, and QR codes in packaging. These innovations improve consumer engagement and product traceability, while digital product passports offer detailed lifecycle data.

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Next-gen packaging: Biodegradable films & material innovationMay2026

Innova Market Insights data shows that consumers view sustainability challenges as urgent issues that require immediate action. For the industry, this translates into accelerated investment in recycla...

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Soft drink packaging refresh May 2026

Innova Market Insights data shows that global soft drink launches are on the rise, with 10% growth between April 2021 and March 2026. Bottles are taking the largest share of launches with 52%, followed by cans at 21%, highlighting the continued importance of these formats in meeting consumer needs and product positioning.

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Pet food packaging trendsMay 2026

Innova Market Insights data indicates that new pet food launches have gained ground, with 3% growth from 2021 to 2025. Most of these launches were packed in plastic, but metal packaging is also gaining traction. Nearly half of pet food launches were in standing pouches, while the use of folded boxes is increasing.

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Interpack 2026: TNA launches robag Quantum fully automatic packaging system

Simon Hill, group product innovation manager at TNA Solutions, presented the new robag Quantum fully automatic packaging system for snack and confectionery production lines. According to Hill, digital tools are becoming increasingly important in food manufacturing.

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