Digital Transformation

Futurist's Column: Automation, Smart Packaging Shape Efficiency, Engagement

The packaging industry is undergoing a transformation in 2025, working to redefine efficiency, quality, and consumer engagement through high-speed systems, AI-driven tools, and smart, eco-friendly designs.

July 1, 2025

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Digital Transformation

Packaging World Annual Outlook Report: Digitalization

Two of the first 100 submissions will win a $150 gift card. Answer 11 quick questions about digitalization.

July 1, 2025

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: Robotic Cookie Multi-pack Automation System

What does ZoRoCo Packaging have to offer Partake as a contract manufacturer? Ten delta-style robots that use unique, easily changed end-of-arm tooling to stack cookies into slugs and then place slugs into plastic trays at 700 cookies/min with a 99% performance guarantee.

July 1, 2025

Package Design

Kind Leans on Familiar Elements in New Brand Design

Healthy snack brand Kind has reworked its logo and package design to boost shelf appeal, while retaining iconic assets like its four-color bars.

June 30, 2025

Recycling

Certified Sustainable: Morris Packaging’s Commitment to Verified Eco-friendly Practices

Morris Packaging

Morris Packaging earns GreenCircle & ISCC+ Certifications.

June 30, 2025

Recycling

Live at PRS Day Three: SC Johnson, Honeywell, and Consumer Brands Association Share Recycling Insights

SC Johnson, Honeywell, and more explain how smarter data, clearer regulation, and industry-led systems can help close the loop on recycling.

June 27, 2025

Reusable/Returnable

Borro, TOAST, and Partner Solutions Design Reusable Packaging

ThePackHub

See a few examples of reusable packaging from Borro, TOAST, and Partner Solutions from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.

June 27, 2025

Recycling

Live at PRS Day Two: Danone, Duracell, and Once Upon a Farm on Smarter Packaging Strategies

Danone tackles consumer perceptions on PCR, Duracell tells about its switch to paper packaging, Once Upon a Farm explains how collaboration can drive recycling, and GreenBlue shares a potential update to How2Recycle labels.

June 26, 2025

Recycling

Live at PRS Day One: The EPR Landscape with Circular Action Alliance, and the Data Gold Mine in Your Trash

CAA says most companies know their role as EPR rolls out in the US soon, and AI-powered sorting reveals unexpected value in post-consumer packaging data.

June 25, 2025

Reusable/Returnable

Community Poll: RFID Technology for Tracking Reusable Packaging

Learn how your peers are using RFID Technology to sort and track reusable packaging assets.

June 25, 2025

Recycling

NAPCOR Shares Insights on Record U.S. PET Recycling Rates

With PET bottle recycling rates reaching their highest level in decades, NAPCOR’s Laura Stewart shares what’s driving the gains and what’s needed to sustain momentum.

June 24, 2025

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: Sustainability Annual Outlook Report

How are CPGs adapting to consumer pushes for sustainable packaging? CPGs are exploring alternative materials like paper and bio-based plastics.

June 24, 2025

Reusable/Returnable

Bold Reuse and Avery Dennison Launch RFID Pilot to Advance Smart Reuse Tracking

Bold Reuse

The pilot aims to gather data on cup return rates, wash cycles, and inventory to optimize operations and enhance the sustainability of reusable packaging in large venues.

June 20, 2025