Spirits supply chain reacts to changing conditions

From the pandemic to sustainability, the spirits packaging sector is responding to new demands and trends. Packaging News spoke to key players in the market, from brands and trade associations to designers and manufacturers.  Glass packaging has traditionally dominated the spirits market. Absolut believes Covid-19 pushed sustainability to the forefront of the sector, resulting in […]

Veolia and L’Oréal join forces to manufacture cosmetic packaging made from recycled plastic

In order to reduce the carbon footprint of cosmetic packaging, Veolia and L’Oréal are collaborating to create a circular economy for plastics: Veolia will supply L’Oréal with high-quality recycled plastic that will minimise CO2 emissions by 50% to 70% as compared to regular bottles. The plastic will be recycled from waste packaging (bottles, flasks, etc.) […]

Chanel lightweights packaging for new N°1 range

Chanel has launched N°1 de Chanel, an anti-aging skincare, make-up, and fragrance mist line. The packaging is environmentally friendly, built to be lightweight, made from recycled or recyclable materials, and minimised in plastics. Approximately 80% of the skincare, make-up, and fragrance products in the range are made of glass. As a result of the streamlined […]