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Crosta & Mollica Embarks on Italian-Inspired Brand Refresh
Crosta & Mollica, the UK-based Italian food brand, has unveiled a comprehensive brand refresh to reinforce its dedication to authentic Italian cuisine while enhancing its market presence.

Embracing Sustainability: How Brands Are Responding to Eco-Conscious Consumer Demands
As consumer awareness grows, brands must adapt their strategies and innovate sustainable solutions that align with eco-conscious values, ensuring a balance between luxury and environmental responsibility.

Research shows strong consumer support for reuse and refill systems
A new study has revealed growing consumer demand for retailers to offer reuse and refill packaging systems, highlighting the increasing shift toward circular economy solutions.

ROCOL Launches Sustainable Packaging Upgrade for Scrubs
ROCOL has introduced a new, more sustainable packaging design for its Scrubs® Hand Wipes, reducing environmental impact while maintaining product performance.

M&S Trials Paper Packaging for Chocolate Bars in Sustainability Push
Marks & Spencer (M&S) is testing a new paper-based wrapper for its Vanilla Fudge Bar, a move aimed at improving recyclability and reducing single-use plastic.

Lidl Pioneers Supermarket Sales on TikTok Shop
Lidl has become the first supermarket to sell directly through TikTok Shop

Brandon Redesigns Paulig Coffee’s Mundo Range with Bold, Sustainable Packaging Celebrating Coffee Origins
Brandon Consultants helped Paulig Coffee unveil a bold redesign for its sustainable coffee range, Mundo.

Marshalls Foods receives comprehensive packing solutions from Alexir
The Alexir Creative has partnered with Marshall Foods to deliver an all-in-one packaging solution, spanning creative design, sustainable material sourcing, and efficient co-packing.

Passionate Packaging Partners
FACER. Progressive Printed Packaging have partnered with The British Hamper Company to supply their folded carton packaging for their Passion Through Flavour hampers.

Aldi Tackles Plastic Waste with Sustainable Packaging-Free Produce Trials
Aldi has announced a trial to remove packaging from several of its fruit and vegetable lines in an effort to combat plastic waste and increase sustainability.

Greiner Packaging asks: How do you know the CO2e impact of your plastic packaging?
In a competitive marketplace, packaging has to efficiently protect food, while attracting customers, but there is an increasing focus on its sustainability credentials.

Skincare Founder Accused of Copying Danish Artist’s Designs
The founder of skincare brand Hello Glowery, Anna Kolasinski, is facing backlash for allegedly copying the designs of renowned Danish glass artist Helle Mardahl.