UK sets October 2027 start for bottle deposit scheme
The UK Government has confirmed that a deposit return scheme (DRS) for drinks containers will go live in England and…
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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.
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Regulatory wave sweeps Asia-Pacific’s packaging industry
Emerging economies and developed nations across the Asia-Pacific region are introducing sweeping packaging regulations aimed at reducing plastic waste, improving…
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Top investment opportunities in sustainable packaging
Sustainable packaging is no longer a niche concern; it has become a mainstream priority as consumers, regulators, and brands seek…
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US market sees growing adoption of packaging EPR laws
The rise of packaging EPR laws across the US market signals a fundamental shift in how waste management and recycling…
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Packaging changes under net zero plan push wine prices higher
Wine prices in the UK are set to climb by an average of 9p per bottle as the glass industry…
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UK packaging costs announced with rewards for recyclers
PackUK has published a series of documents central to the UK’s Extended Producer Responsibility for Packaging (pEPR) scheme, confirming 2025…
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EU green claims law shelved amid political backlash
The European Commission has announced its intention to withdraw the Green Claims Directive proposal, a key element of the EU’s…
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UK report calls for 30 percent packaging reuse target by 2035
A new report has urged the UK government to adopt a legally binding target for 30 percent of consumer packaging…
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Trump’s metal tariffs drive up packaging costs
The doubling of US steel and aluminium import duties to 50% under President Trump is significantly increasing costs for metal…
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AI helps cut plastic waste in packaging
Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging IVV are working with over 50 partners to develop artificial…