Paper barrier coatings: how far can they go?
Barrier coatings are expanding paper’s packaging potential, but product protection, recyclability and production costs will determine where they can succeed.…
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Oumar Fofana
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Packaging design and recovery: lessons from Asia for global businesses
Simpler designs, effective return systems and market-specific testing can help packaging businesses reduce waste, protect products and control costs. Packaging…
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Packaging priorities for 2027: recyclability, regulation and cost
Packaging businesses must align sustainability goals with regulatory compliance, reliable material supplies and measurable performance across global markets. For packaging…
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Smart packaging in Japan: what converters and brands need to know
Japan's use of QR codes and RFID highlights how packaging design, print quality and label integration can support product traceability.…
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Circular packaging: why design alone cannot close the loop
Material choices, collection infrastructure and viable reuse systems determine whether packaging stays in circulation. What should manufacturers and brands assess…
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Can mono-material packaging deliver a premium finish?
Gloss, tactile effects and high-quality print help packaging stand out. For brands moving to mono-material flexible packs, the challenge is…
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Packaging’s next leap: AI, robotics and smart factories
Packaging automation is moving beyond machines that repeat the same task at high speed. AI, robotics, machine vision, digital twins…
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How luxury brands are redesigning packaging for sustainability
Luxury brands are rethinking refill systems, materials and pack design as environmental targets and packaging regulation reshape what premium packaging…
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Why investors are looking to Africa’s packaging industry for growth
Africa's packaging market is forecast to reach $58.46bn by 2031, but the investment opportunity increasingly extends beyond production capacity into…
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India’s manufacturing boom reaches packaging
India’s expanding manufacturing base is increasing demand for packaging while raising requirements for automation, protection, traceability and recyclable design. India’s…