FMCG News
Discover news on current trends, insights, innovations and challenges in the FMCG markets.
Emergency changes to EPR legislation announced by DEFRA
The UK Government has officially appointed Circularity Scotland as the official Deposit Management Organisation (DMO) for the Deposit Return Schemes (DRS) in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
The future of packaging: How innovation and looking ahead will define brand success
Tanguy Pellen from Starbek discusses unlocking disruptive innovation by taking a step back, anticipating what is going to come next and embracing elevated thinking to meet the challenges.
Government appoints operator to oversee deposit return schemes across UK
The UK Government has officially appointed Circularity Scotland as the official Deposit Management Organisation (DMO) for the Deposit Return Schemes (DRS) in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
“It’s important to design for everybody – because it could be our future”: Daphne Mavroudi-Chocholi, Managing Director of RNIB Enterprises, on inclusive smart packaging
Imagine you walk into a shop looking for a snack. You’re trying to decide what to get, but all the sandwiches are in plain windowless cartons, and all the crisps are in plain bags. There’s no information written down anywhere. You ask a shop assistant for help, but they don’t seem to understand what the problem is. You’re left feeling frustrated and isolated, when all you wanted to do was pick up a quick snack.
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.