IKI Manufacturing launches new hair care aerosol service

IKI Manufacturing has introduced a new contract manufacturing service focused on hair care aerosols, helping brands create high-quality, innovative products. With years of experience, IKI now offers full support for hair care brands, from creating formulas and designing packaging to filling and final production. They specialise in advanced aerosol systems like Bag-on-Valve, offering cleaner and […]

Outlaw refreshes Mitchum’s deodorant packaging

Mitchum spray

To stay ahead in the competitive deodorant market, Outlaw has unveiled a bold new redesign for the Mitchum portfolio, strengthening its brand equity and consumer appeal. Guided by extensive research and consumer insights, the refreshed packaging balances modern aesthetics with Mitchum’s trusted identity. The signature green has been refined for greater shelf standout, while the […]

Captain Morgan debuts Sweet Chili Lime

Captain Morgan unveils its new fragrance Sweet Chili Lime, a unique balance of sweetness, citrus zest and a hint of spicy chilli. Captain Morgan presents Sweet Chili Lime, a perfect blend of sweetness, tangy citrus and a touch of spicy chilli. Ideal as a chilled shot or to enhance a bold cocktail. The launch is […]

Edmond’s Honor: a bourbon that celebrates legacy

Edmonds Honor

Vault49 has partnered with Pronghorn to create the brand identity and packaging for Edmond’s Honor. This new ultra-premium bourbon whiskey honours Edmond Albius, the Malagasy botanist who revolutionised vanilla cultivation in the 1800s. Aged in Madagascar vanilla extract-soaked casks, this bourbon celebrates craftsmanship and innovation. Its bottle design reflects Albius’s delicate hand-pollination technique, with elegant […]

Ferrari Meccanica acquires Metal Press

Ferrari Meccanica, an Italian leader in the steel packaging industry, has acquired 100% of Metal Press, a major player in the aerosol manufacturing sector. For more than 30 years, Metal Press has been a trusted producer of tinplate components, offering a diverse range of formats that can be fully customised with various paint finishes, protective […]

Hendrick’s new Oasium gin captures the spirit of a desert oasis

Hendrick’s Gin unveils its latest limited release, Hendrick’s Oasium, with packaging that mirrors the essence of a desert oasis. Designed to evoke the lush greenery and vibrant botanicals that thrive in such an arid environment, its bottle features intricate illustrations of verdant plants and bright citrus fruits. The label’s earthy tones and gold detailing reflect […]

Unilever’s personal care brands announced as UEFA Women’s EURO sponsor

Unilever and the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) have confirmed a new partnership, naming select Unilever Personal Care and Food brands as Official Sponsors of UEFA Women’s EURO 2025. Among the globally recognised brands involved in the sponsorship are Dove and Sure (also known as Rexona), reinforcing Unilever’s commitment to supporting major sporting events. […]

Wildsmith teams up with Shellworks to create compostable packaging

Wildsmith x Shellworks

The brand has called on innovator Shellworks to launch a new 100% compostable product. This packaging will be used for its bestsellers: Active Repair Copper Peptide Cream and Ceramide Repair Balm. In addition to the two bestsellers, four other products will see their packaging changed over the course of 2025: Active Repair Nourishing Cleansing Balm, […]

Disruptive bottle designs on show at Saverglass

Saverglass is out to shake up wine and spirits packaging codes with its two new stock bottle collections: Stella and Golden Reserve.  Orora-owned glassmaker Saverglass highlighted its latest stock offer for wine and spirits at Paris Packaging Week 2025. The collections are meant to offer more playful designs, while also addressing sustainability concerns. “We prefer […]

An innovative bell-shaped hood designed by TNT Group for Jil Sander

Jil Sanders

The cap of the new Olfactory Series 1 fragrance collection by Jil Sander is shaped like a bell, made from a single piece of aluminium. The hood is finished in white lacquer with black screen-printed details, and incorporates a recycled PP insert, guaranteeing aesthetic appeal, robustness and durability. This design is part of an environmentally-friendly […]

Hyléria: redefining luxury skincare with craftsmanship and sustainability

We spoke with Johanna Minvielle-Sebastia, Founder and CEO of Hyléria, about her vision for a new era of dermocosmetics—one that seamlessly blends high-performance skincare with French craftsmanship and eco-conscious design. She shares the story behind the brand, the challenges of creating refillable artisanal glass packaging, and how Hyléria is redefining luxury skincare with a commitment […]

Unilever teams up with Marshawn Lynch to launch new Dove Men+Care deodorants

Unilever has partnered with former football star Marshawn Lynch to unveil two new Dove Men+Care whole body deo sprays: Marine + Blue Cypress and Fig + Suede. These deodorants are specially designed to combat body odour all over, addressing a significant lack of awareness, as research from Dove Men+Care shows that 63% of men remain […]

Geka plays with new shapes and fibers for mascara and lash brushes

Geka mascara

New molded mascara brushes and fiber options were on show at German applicator specialist Geka’s booth at Paris Packaging Week 2025. Designed for different lashes, the Molded Brush Kit comprises three references. FeatherBRUSH is a single-component LDPE brush, slightly tapered and curved to adapt to the eye shape. Ideal for a ‘zig-zag’ application, the brush’s […]

Dropify, the dropper that optimises your skincare routine

Quadpack Dropify

Quadpack launches its new refillable dropper with controlled dosage for one-handed use. Dropify can be used with oils or serums, and features a tactile button that dispenses the formula drop by drop. Made from recyclable materials, it can also be customised. “ The Dropify bottle is practical and hygienic, for a minimalist skincare routine. We’re very […]

Press release | A record-breaking year: Paris Packaging Week 2025 draws 12,588 visitors

Paris, 3 February 2025 – Paris Packaging Week 2025 has set a new benchmark, welcoming an unprecedented 12,588 visitors — a 27% increase from last year — marking the highest attendance in the event’s 24-year history. Over two dynamic days, visitors from 106 countries explored groundbreaking innovations presented by more than 880 exhibitors, solidifying Paris […]

Sponsored content | AGI Greenpac: Shaping a Sustainable Future, One Package at a Time

AGI Greenpac

Discover how we’re redefining the world of packaging. As the global landscape shifts towards a more conscious and environmentally responsible future, AGI Greenpac stands at the forefront, delivering innovative and sustainable packaging solutions that meet the demands of today’s market without compromising the needs of tomorrow. AGI Glaspac: Crafting Excellence in Sustainable Glass Packaging At […]

Douglas Laing & Co redefines whisky branding with Strathearn’s nature-inspired packaging

strathearn

Douglas Laing & Co has redefined Whisky packaging with its Strathearn Single Malt, showcasing an exquisite balance of nature-inspired design and fine craftsmanship. Drawing inspiration from the acorn—symbolising growth, resilience, and greatness—the bottle embodies the brand’s philosophy: “From small acorns, great oaks grow.” The acorn motif informs every aspect of the packaging. The bottle’s silhouette […]

Interview | “Data are instrumental in packaging optimization,” Hector Lapre, L’Oréal

Passionate about innovation and predictive science, Hector Lapre is a Packaging Engineer at L’Oréal where ha has worked for almost 4 years on aerosol technologies. Hector is part of the “Future Leaders class of 2025,” as identified by Paris Packaging Week. Can you introduce your role and experience in the packaging industry? Hector Lapre – I’m […]

Pol Roger Portfolio adds Mount Mary to its esteemed collection

Pol Roger Portfolio ajoute Mount Mary à sa prestigieuse collection

UK importer Pol Roger Portfolio has recently expanded its range of high-quality wines by partnering with Mount Mary, a revered Australian winery from the Yarra Valley. This strategic move marks the winery’s shift away from global distribution through La Place de Bordeaux, reflecting a focused effort to cater to specific markets, including the UK’s premium […]

Perfektüp at ADF 2025: Leading the Future of Sustainable Packaging

Perfektup

Aerosol cans remain one of the world’s most popular packaging products, but supply chain dynamics are rapidly evolving due to shifting markets, e-commerce growth, and increased sustainability awareness. These changes demand packaging solutions that are not only efficient but also environmentally responsible and adaptable to diverse industries. In this context, packaging is no longer a […]

Lumson releases Mocha Mousse inspired glass bottles

Lumson, the Italian leader in primary cosmetic packaging, celebrates “Pantone’s 2025 Color of the Year” with its latest launch: Absolute The “Absolute” line includes seven semi-transparent, elegant glossy brown glass bottles ranging from 10 to 30 ml. Available with either droppers or push-down dispensers, the collection aims to redefine serum packaging with a perfect blend […]

ADF Innovation Awards 2025: Game-changing designs

Dominique Huret reviews some of the sustainable packaging solutions and innovative aerosol can concepts entered into the 2025 ADF Innovation Awards In December 2024, an esteemed panel of judges, including brands such as KAO, Beiersdorf, Unilever, and many others, came together to evaluate entries for the ADF Innovation Awards. Jury member, Dominique Huret, independent packaging […]

Interview | “We’re facing a labyrinth of complex regulations,” Peyam Mirnejad, Albéa

An expert in regulatory compliance and product safety for Albéa, Peyam Mirnejad is part of the “Future Leaders class of 2025,” as identified by Paris Packaging Week. Can you introduce your role and experience in the packaging industry? Peyam Mirnejad – I come from a scientific background, with a university education in biology and environmental toxicology, […]