Anticipation builds for Packaging Innovations & Empack 2024

Signal: UK supermarkets face plastic packaging ban for fruit and veg. Hershey's brings Snoopy to its Kisses milk chocolate products. And Beyond the cart: the surging significance of e-commerce packaging.

Forward this email  |  View in browser PackagingGateway In Brief January 08, 2024 SPOTLIGHT READ Anticipation builds for Packaging Innovations & Empack 2024 The event's organisers are anticipating record-breaking attendance. LATEST NEWS Signal: UK supermarkets face plastic packaging ban for fruit and veg 50% of fruit and vegetables could be sold loose by 2030, as new rules could see plastic packaging dropped to reduce waste.   Hershey's brings Snoopy to its Kisses milk chocolate products The updated packaging features 18 different pink and red foils.   Beyond the cart: the surging significance of e-commerce packaging Naomi Stewart of Easyfairs delves into how digital commerce has empowered packaging to stand out like never before.   Convenience or privacy: the status of QR codes on packaging QR codes have become a familiar sight for consumers, but with concerns around data privacy is there still positive uptake?   Consumer Reports finds 'widespread' presence of plastic chemicals in food CR researchers found that phthalates are present in almost every food regardless of packaging type.   TekniPlex to showcase fibre-based packaging prototypes at IPPE TekniPlex will offer prototypes of its bifold egg cartons at the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) in Atlanta, US.   PIF closes deal to acquire 23.08% stake in Middle East Paper Company The PIF's investment is expected to support MEPCO's expansion strategy in the packaging sector. Read more news IN-DEPTH READ Top Themes in Consumer, Packaging and Foodservice in 2024   AI will continue to be a dominant theme in 2024 as it can improve processes across all areas of consumer goods including improved product designs, automated and streamlined production processes, and more effective, targeted marketing strategies. In packaging, AI will primarily serve to improve production, distribution, and logistics processes, saving companies significant time and resources. Buy report MORE FOR YOU Explore our marketing solutions   Merging industry-leading business intelligence & award-winning journalism, this is an unrivalled opportunity for engagement with B2B professionals across a network of 40+ leading media websites.    Request a demo Inside Packaging Digital Magazine   Issue 72 | December 2023   In this issue: The trends that will define 2024, EU recycling targets at risk, the growth of PCR packaging, and more Read the magazine Click below to view more from across the network: Verdict Foodservice   |   Just Drinks   |   Just Food   |   Just Style   Was this email forwarded to you? Sign up here.   Please send any news or comments to: consumer.editorial@verdict.co.uk   GlobalData   At GlobalData we have a proven track record in helping thousands of companies, government organizations, and industry professionals benefit from faster, more informed decisions. You can update your communication preferences to make sure you receive the right information for you.    GlobalData, John Carpenter House | Registered in England No. 03925319, John Carpenter Street, London, EC4Y 0AN, United Kingdom London  Unsubscribe  |   Manage Preferences