All articles by Mohamed Dabo

Mohamed Dabo

Mohamed Dabo is a seasoned journalist with extensive experience in financial reporting. He brings a wealth of knowledge from his previous work in the United States and France, along with his numerous contributions to business and financial publications over the years.

Top trends in packaging printing

The packaging printing industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation, shaped by the convergence of technology, sustainability, and consumer expectations. Modern…
Hurdles in implementing sustainable packaging solutions

The global drive toward sustainable packaging continues to gain momentum. Consumers increasingly prioritise environmentally friendly products, regulators are tightening requirements,…
California moves to ban “Forever Chemicals” in packaging

California lawmakers have approved two new bills aimed at reducing environmental and public health risks from PFAS chemicals (often dubbed…
EU aluminium scrap exports raise concerns for packaging industry

European aluminium producers have warned that unchecked scrap exports could undermine recycling capacity and affect supply chains critical to the…
The greenwashing wrapped up in beauty’s refill packaging

The global beauty industry produces more than 120 billion units of packaging every year, much of which ends up in…

UK charity calls for ban on plastic packaging for fruit and vegetables

The Waste and Resources Action Programme (WRAP), a UK environmental NGO aligned with the Labour Party, is advocating for a…
EPR shock: John Lewis takes £22m hit

The UK’s retail giant John Lewis Partnership has revealed that the country’s new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) packaging levy has…
Japan’s chemical giants join plastic arms to ride out tough times

Three of Japan’s largest chemical companies are preparing to combine parts of their plastics operations in an ambitious effort to…
China tightens rules on packaging waste in express delivery

China’s express delivery industry, which processed 174.5 billion parcels in 2024, has introduced stricter measures to cut packaging waste and…
Why AI inspection is transforming packaging

AI inspection in packaging is rapidly reshaping how products are checked for quality and safety. By combining computer vision and…