Packaging

The role of packaging in 2026: 4 expert views

07 July 2026 Packaging

Its function may seem simple, but there are a lot of powers at play in the packaging sector right now. Here, four experts share their viewpoints

Meet the packaging heroes: Sustainable Champions 2026 (part 3)

30 March 2026 Sustainable

We profile the businesses putting sustainability at the heart of their mission this year through innovative packaging ideas and a commitment to circularity

AI to smart packaging: how innovations in food tech are driving sustainability

04 March 2026 Agriculture

From smarter packaging to AI-powered data platforms and next-generation ingredients, food tech is rapidly reshaping how the industry responds to sustainability, supply shocks and climate change

The future of temperature-controlled packaging: smart tech, sustainability and cold-chain innovation

13 January 2026 Packaging

Discover how smart sensors, RFID, IoT and sustainable materials are reshaping temperature-controlled packaging—improving freshness, compliance and cold-chain efficiency

UK consumers want more transparency on food and drink labels

14 January 2025 Packaging

New study reveals gap between what shoppers expect from food labels, and what manufacturers provide

What is EPR and how will it affect food and drink businesses?

09 September 2024 Packaging

Speciality Food breaks down the jargon around Extended Producer Responsibility, highlighting the key dates you need to know

How packaging is evolving in the UK

18 June 2024 Packaging

Soaring interest in sustainability and technological innovations are driving the industry into an exciting new era

How the industry reacted to the latest Deposit Return Scheme delay

22 May 2024 Sustainable

The food and drink industry has voiced its concern over the inconsistent approach between the four nations' Deposit Return Scheme plans after the scheme was delayed again

Sustainable thermal packaging solutions for your business

28 February 2024 Sustainable

Consumers don’t just have an eye on the sustainability of the food and drink they buy – they're seeking better solutions from the packaging it arrives in too

What to know if you’re thinking about introducing own-brand products

31 January 2024 Masterclasses

Are you considering selling products under your shop’s branding? Speciality Food finds out what you need to know

What does the single-use plastics ban mean for indie retail?

01 October 2023 Packaging

New rules around sales of certain plastic products are in force from this month. Speciality Food reveals how your business might be affected

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