Jenny Walther-Thoß
11. October 2023
Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) adopted

The adoption of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) affects all machinery and tooling companies as well as aluminium packaging. The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) Regulation was published in the Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU) and has been in force since 1 October 2023. The intention The CBAM is intended to […]

Jenny Walther-Thoß

News from Brussels, Strasbourg and Berlin

We put a special focus this time on the adoption of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), which affects all machinery and tooling companies as well as aluminium packaging. We also look at the updated minimum standard for recyclable packaging, taxonomy or Environmental Delegated Act, CSRD reporting standards, the Supply Chain Directive (CSDDD), the Green […]

Jenny Walther-Thoß

Quo vadis EcoVadis? 2024 will bring massive changes

In recent years, EcoVadis has developed into an important tool for making the performance of companies around sustainability measurable and comparable. On 1 January 2024, EcoVadis will introduce significant changes and adapt its evaluation standards. Without professional sustainability management, it will no longer be possible to win a medal in the future. We inform you […]

Oliver Smith

Top 5 marketing trends in the packaging industry

Marketing has become a key factor in the packaging industry. It is developing dynamically and redefining itself at the same time. In our article, we explain and evaluate the five most important marketing trends in the industry for you. It’s about strategic marketing, positioning, market intelligence, new customer acquisition and platform economics. Trend 1: […]

Katharina Rösner-Kraus

Economic spotlight: plastics, fibres and mechanical engineering

The ifo Business Climate Index has fallen for the fourth time in a row. The evaluation of the current business situation fell to its lowest level since August 2020 – and German companies are even more pessimistic about the coming months. The figures and sentiments published in August 2023 show that expectations for trade and […]

Astrid Fleschhut

Price war and concerns about the future of recyclate

Everyone could agree: plastic only has a future as a packaging material if we succeed in closing the cycles. The increasing production and use of recycled material is indispensable for this. And the European regulators also attach a central role to the use of recycled material in the new PPWR. However, things currently look quite […]

Matthias Giebel

Reusable jars for food: How sensible is that ecologically?

The politically driven trend towards more and more reusable packaging does not stop at beverages and gastronomy. Other areas of application have come into focus. In the food sector, too, brand manufacturers are increasingly considering whether a switch to reusable packaging is advisable. However, the answer is often hindered by the not inconsiderable effort required […]

Jenny Walther-Thoß

ESRS and CSRD: What you need to prepare for now

The guesswork is over: The European Commission adopted the first 12 European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) on 31 July 2023 . The ESRS will have a massive impact as a central component of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). In our article, we highlight the most important aspects for you. We show you which ESRS […]

Thomas Reiner
02. October 2023
Hey Circle and Austrian Post: Pioneering work for sustainable reuse e-commerce packaging picks up speed

In the dynamic world of e-commerce, the search for sustainable reusable solutions has become increasingly important. A notable example of such a possible solution is the startup “Hey Circle”, which offers reusable e-commerce bags. The recent collaboration between Hey Circle and Österreichische Post AG confirms the assumption that simple and easily adaptable solutions are needed […]

Thomas Reiner
25. September 2023
The Kraft Heinz Company launches fully recyclable squeeze cap without silicone

US food giant The Kraft Heinz Company has launched a new closure in the UK for squeeze bottles of its Heinz brand of tomato ketchup. The innovative closure is made of mono-material and is completely recyclable. Replacing the silicone previously used without compromising functionality is no easy task. The fact that Heinz has mastered the […]

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