Jenny Walther-Thoß
27. February 2024
News from Brussels, Strasbourg and Berlin

Even around 100 days before the European elections on 6-9 June 2024, the regulatory wheels in Brussels, Strasbourg and Berlin have not come to a standstill – quite the opposite. Some things have recently been passed, others are on the home straight and some are at risk of being shelved. We bring you the latest […]

Thomas Reiner
06. February 2024
Kellanova adopts inclusive NaviLens-Technology for Pringles UK

Kellanova’s recent announcement to integrate NaviLens technology into Pringles cans, enhancing accessibility for the visually impaired gives a glimpse into an interesting intersection between technology, inclusive thinking, and branding. This initiative, building on the success of a similar approach with Kellogg’s cereal boxes, might represent a noteworthy leap towards customer centricity in packaging design, maybe […]

Thomas Reiner
08. January 2024
Aluminum bottle offers new option for olive oil – and marketing

U.S. brand California Olive Ranch (COR) has added a lightweight and recyclable aluminum bottle to its line of olive and avocado oil packaging options. The aluminum bottle for edible oil is a market first and complements the previous glass and bag-in-box packaging options. COR’s example is a good illustration of how packaging can be used […]

Matthias Giebel
19. December 2023
B+P – Sustainability Report 2022

We, B+P Consultants, are proud to take you on a journey through our past and present a clear view of the future with our latest sustainability report for 2022. Let's seize opportunities and celebrate successes together! Our tradition of sustainability Our founder, Prof. Dieter Berndt, recognised the importance of sustainability early on. Today, sustainability [...]

Matthias Giebel

Legally compliant innovations in the age of regulation

In addition to the challenges that already arise when developing innovative packaging solutions, the aspect of legal certainty is increasingly coming into play. The growing number of European and national regulations complicates matters. Nevertheless, there is no way around scrutinising your own innovation work for legal certainty – even before the regulations come into force. […]

Jenny Walther-Thoß

The wild ride to sustainability – and what belongs on your work plan

What a wild ride! The year 2023 has barely allowed us to catch our breath when it comes to sustainability policy and the packaging industry. We take a brief look back at key packaging-related regulations for you and look ahead to next year and the topics of green claims, food contact, chemicals and due diligence […]

Oliver Smith

On the road to 2024: What we can learn from 2023 and what 3 success factors will be important next year

The circular economy, climate neutrality and economic challenges have driven the packaging industry in 2023 and shaped its strategies. We look back for you – with an eye to the future – and identify key trends that indicate the future direction of the market. We also highlight key factors for your success in 2024. […]

Jenny Walther-Thoß

Why packaging has become – and will remain – at the centre of EU policy

Among the many breathless EU regulations related to packaging, the PPWR stood out in 2023, even though the competition was fierce (see the “Sustainability” section of this newsletter). In this article, we will look at why the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation became one of the most lobbied legislative initiatives in the history of the […]

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 […]

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