Is there potential in hemp for bioplastics?
As more companies move towards biopolymers as an alternative to fossil-fuel-based plastic, some are considering hemp as a potential biomass source, but can this ‘wonder crop’ make an impact in...
Building trust in ocean plastics
Awareness of ocean-bound plastic has heightened over recent years, as have efforts to collect, recycle...
What’s the reaction to the Basel Convention amendments?
Following the recent amendments to the Basel Convention, Jessie Paige hears the reaction from recycling experts to find out about...
Why the ‘unboxing’ trend is important to the packaging industry
Lifestyle Packaging global head of marketing Rich Quelch tells Packaging Gateway how the trend of online ‘unboxing’ has become an...
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Company job postings
Companies in the packaging sector with the most new job openings in the past month (Source: GlobalData)
| Company | Jobs Posted |
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| Panera Bread Company | 47412 |
| Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning India Limited | 15057 |
| Unibel SA | 6229 |
| PepsiCo Inc | 6107 |
| Luxottica Group SpA | 5528 |
| China Mengniu Dairy Co Ltd | 5411 |
| LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE | 5180 |
| Nestle SA | 4728 |
| Unternehmensgruppe Theo Muller S.e.c.s. | 4537 |
| Haier Electronics Group Co Ltd | 4154 |
Latest News
Molson Coors launches cardboard multipack sleeve
US-based beverage company Molson Coors has launched a fully recyclable cardboard sleeve for its can multipacks. Developed by Graphic Packaging…
Johnnie Walker announces sustainable packaging targets
UK-based whiskey brewer Johnnie Walker has announced new sustainability targets under its Next Steps initiative. The company will use at…
Sharp to add manufacturing capacity to Pennsylvania facilities
US-based pharmaceutical packaging manufacturer Sharp has revealed plans to increase the manufacturing capacity of three of its facilities in Pennsylvania.…
Aldi trials packaging-free products at England store
UK-based grocery retailer Aldi has started testing its first packaging-free products at a store in Cumbria, England. The Ulverston store…
Latest Themes
Belkin pledges to be carbon neutral by 2025
US-based electronics manufacturer Belkin has outlined sustainability measures it will take to become fully carbon neutral in Scope Two emissions by 2025.
HB Fuller introduces compostable adhesive solutions
US-based adhesives manufacturer HB Fuller has introduced two compostable adhesive solutions for the flexible packaging market.
Sir Kensington’s launches new packaging with enhanced sustainability
Condiments and dressings manufacturer Sir Kensington's has launched a new packaging for its products, enhancing its commitment to sustainability.
Sustainability in the pet food packaging sector: Tim Hansell
UK-based dog food and packaging company Skinner’s CEO Tim Hansell tells Packaging Gateway why sustainability has become a vital factor to consider in the pet...
Bamboo Rose and Sun Strategy partner for sustainable packaging
US-based multi-enterprise platform Bamboo Rose has partnered with packaging consultancy Sun Strategy to create sustainable and transparent packaging for the food, retail and manufacturing industries.
Smurfit Kappa launches new light EVOH film
Ireland-based corrugated packaging company Smurfit Kappa has launched an ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) film for its Bag-in-Box solution.
Amcor becomes first packaging company to report to SASB standards
Amcor has become the first global diversified packaging company to report to the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) packaging standard.
Yum China rolls out initiatives to cut down plastic use
Yum China, the operator of several fast-casual brands, including KFC and Pizza Hut in China, has stepped up its effort for the reduction of plastic...
Expert Commentary & Analysis
View MoreBow down to Coop Sweden – as it partners with recycling app Bower in sustainability initiative
Swedish supermarket chain Coop Sweden has entered a partnership with recycling app Bower in an attempt to boost recycling levels amongst its own private label brands. This initiative hopes to…
Rising paper costs and online retail growth put sustainable packaging at risk
The recent inflationary trend in paper packaging costs is expected to be long-lasting, with the growth of online retail putting more pressure on supply. This could delay retailers' and brands'…
Long-term sustainable brand strategies are increasingly critical as environmental concerns spike among consumers during the pandemic
Several governments are likely to put a ban on non-recyclable packaging in the coming years. Thus, investing in environmentally friendly solutions now can help brands to stay ahead of the…
Biggest influencers in packaging in Q4 2020: The top individuals and companies to follow
Using research from GlobalData’s Influencer platform, Packaging Gateway has named ten of the most influential people and companies in packaging on Twitter during Q4 2020. Biggest influencers in packaging: The…