10 Things You Need To Know About... Packaging

Revealed: Brits’ packaging pet peeves

An exclusive poll for The Grocer reveals more than half of Brits hate excessive packaging and think manufacturers should prioritise cutting down…

Tackling recycling: scoring points at Rugby World Cup

Rugby fans are helping to encourage positive behaviour change, says Coca-Cola…

Think jam in a pouch is crazy? It could be the future

Brits can expect to see more of their favourite daily goods come in pouches in the near future, predicts Springetts Brand Design…

Reality check: brands get digital to woo consumers

FMCG brands are embracing augmented reality apps, such as Blippar, which offer an interactive experience for consumers…

E is for expectations. How to stand out to online shoppers

Online sales are booming, but what does it take for brands to stand out in an e-retail environment?

Shiny! New looks see brands sparkle again

Mr Kipling, Honey Monster Puffs, Oxo and PG Tips are among the iconic brands that have been treated to a new style over the past year…

Covert operation: how to beat the counterfeiters

Counterfeiting poses a real security risk to brands, so what can they do to fight back?

Think small! What brands can learn from Unilever’s Compressed tech

Size matters, according to Unilever, which wants its competitors to put a shrink ray to their packaging using its Compressed technology…

Shake it! Fat sprinkler tops global innovations list

We’ve teamed up with Mintel to scour the globe to find the most innovative packaging launches, from a fat shaker to a bottle of Smarties…

Eggs and eco-soldiers: who’s ahead with green packaging?

What are the best eco-friendly packaging solutions of the last few years? The Grocer investigates…