Interview | “Design needs to balance functionality with sustainability,” Madison Wright
For the last three years Madison Wright, has been part of Pentatonic’s mission to help brands transition to more sustainable practices. A specialist in the development of sustainable packaging solutions across diverse sectors —ranging from budget-friendly to luxury offerings – she is part of the “Future Leaders class of 2025,” as identified by Paris Packaging […]
Guerlain chooses Aptar Beauty for L’Art & La Matière packaging
Guerlain has partnered with Aptar Beauty to equip its L’Art & La Matière collection with innovative pumps that enhance both functionality and luxury. The Sensea pump, used in the 100ml and 50ml bottles, as well as the 20ml refillable Flacon Sac, ensures fine, even spray distribution with smooth activation. Its screw-on design also simplifies refilling, […]
Interview | “We need to turn the packaging industry upside down”, Anna-Liisa Palatu, Woola
Anna-Liisa Palatu has spent the last decade starting futuristic businesses, quitting jobs and analyzing why most of her ideas fail. Until one didn’t! In 2020, she co-founded Woola, “to stop Big Oil companies from drowning us in plastic.” Four years and 6 million euros in investments later, she is the CEO of Woola, a company […]
Press release | Coca Cola, Microsoft, PepsiCo and Unilever join speaker line up as Pentawards Festival partners with Paris Packaging Week
Global brand leaders set to attend the Pentawards Festival, hosted for the first time by Paris Packaging Week to celebrate all aspects of packaging innovation. The partnership will bring a design focus to the leading packaging event, with the Festival offering two days of cutting-edge content, inspiration, and networking for the brand, design, packaging and […]
Studio Guild reimagines Morello Whisky packaging with elegant cherry wood design
Studio Guild has redefined packaging codes for Morello Whisky by using a cherry wood veneer label, combining modernity and sophistication. Inspired by the Morello cherry variety, its design highlights the whisky’s aromatic profile—cinnamon, chocolate, and cherry—and evokes its aging in cherry wood casks. The label, made of wood veneer, offers a unique texture and captivating […]
Byredo and FaiveleyTech: Sustainable elegance for Mojave Ghost Absolu
Byredo has partnered with FaiveleyTech to craft the cap for its Mojave Ghost Absolu de Parfum, blending luxury with sustainability. Made from Sulapac’s biocomposite material, the cap replicates the textured look of burnt Japanese wood, reflecting the fragrance’s raw character while reducing its carbon footprint. Fully automated assembly ensures precision, combining aesthetics and eco-consciousness. “FaiveleyTech […]
CJ Biomaterials earns compostability certification for packaging materials
CJ Biomaterials, Inc., a division of CJ CheilJedang, has received Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI) certification for its PHACT™ PHA masterbatches and compounds. Its materials, which combine PHA and PLA, are now certified as compostable for use in applications such as drinking straws, cutlery, cups, and various rigid and flexible packaging solutions. BPI certification verifies that […]
Interview | “In packaging, the biggest challenge is testing new ideas,” Jake Inglis
A student in Product Design at Nottingham Trent University, Jake Inglis won Gold and Sponsor at Starpack student competition for an aluminium stackable container set for organizing personal daily care products. He is part of the “Future Leaders class of 2025,” as identified by Paris Packaging Week. He talked to Premium Beauty News about his […]
Interview | “Packaging offers opportunities for real impact,” Teresa Vargas Matos
Teresa Vargas Matos, Co-Founder and Strategy Manager at Matters To You Studio, a branding and sustainable transition agency, is part of the “Future Leaders class of 2025,” as identified by Paris Packaging Week. She told Premium Beauty News about her vision of the packaging business. Can you introduce yourself, your role and experience in the […]
Exclusive | Capturing time and taste: How Tempus Fugit gin transforms the art of packaging
In this interview with Jordan Jelev, the designer behind Tempus Fugit premium gin, we take a closer look at the story behind its unique packaging. This conceptual gin, for the Klinger Distillery, comes in a striking blue hourglass-shaped bottle, perfectly capturing the brand’s focus on timeless style and luxury. The silver screw top features the […]
Press release | Paris Packaging Week celebrates youth innovation with three exciting contests for students
Paris, November 14, 2024 – Paris Packaging Week, the premier live event for the beauty, luxury, premium drinks, and aerosol packaging markets, is thrilled to announce the launch of three distinct contests aimed at promoting young talents and celebrating the innovation of youth. As these bright minds already impact the future of the packaging sector […]
Exclusive | Beyond Whipped Cream: Budé’s journey to transform the aerosol industry with innovative CO₂ technology
Budé is redefining aerosols with its pioneering CO₂ shaking technology, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional propellants. Starting with whipped cream aerosols, they’ve grown into industry leaders and are set to unveil their latest innovations at Paris Packaging Week 2025. Tell us a bit about Budé? Budé is a family-owned business founded 40 years ago […]
Ball Corporation acquires Alucan
Ball Corporation has acquired Alucan, a leader in extruded aluminum aerosol and bottle technology in Europe, adding facilities in Llinars del Vallés, Spain, and Lummen, Belgium. This acquisition will enhance Ball’s production of sustainable packaging, including large-diameter aerosol cans and impact-extruded bottles, and diversify its customer base across various sectors. Jay Billings, president of Ball […]
Original dry Shaoxing wine packaging design, created by Riverside Design Studio
Yellow rice wine, one of the oldest alcohols in the world, has its origins in China, where it is produced exclusively. It is a brewed wine, like beer and wine, and is one of the three oldest fermented beverages known to mankind. As China’s oldest wine, most products on the market today have packaging that […]
Introducing new colour libraries for PantoneLIVE in aluminium aerosol packaging
Sun Chemical, X-Rite, and Pantone have released innovative Monobloc colour libraries as part of the PantoneLIVE digital colour ecosystem. Its new libraries enhance the accuracy of Pantone standards in the production of monobloc cans, supporting brands and manufacturers with design, proofing, and printing needs for both gloss and matte finishes. Featured in the ‘PantoneLIVE Production […]
Press release | Paris Packaging Week presents the ‘Future Leaders’: The new generation redefining the future of packaging
Paris, October 29, 2024 – Paris Packaging Week unveils the “Future Leaders class of 2025” – a group of talented young professionals who embody innovation, passion, and entrepreneurial spirit in the packaging industry. This second edition of the Future Leaders highlights emerging leaders from around the world, representing the future of a sector in full […]
Discover the future of innovation and design at Paris Packaging Week 2025
Are you ready to be part of the biggest packaging event of the year? Upgrade your brand strategy and drive packaging innovation. Paris Packaging Week 2025, taking place 28 & 29 January, is three months away and we really don’t want you to miss out. Its four exhibitions, four conference theatres and 800+ exhibitors help […]
Press release | Paris Packaging Week 2025: An ambitious expansion and new experiences to dive into the heart of the packaging world
Paris Packaging Week returns on January 28 and 29, 2025 with a reinvented show, rich in technological innovation, inspiring design and new immersive experiences Paris, 08/10/2024 – Paris Packaging Week is reinventing itself for its upcoming edition on January 28 & 29, 2025, with a series of innovations designed to connect and inspire packaging professionals […]
Prodigi unveils Ecocaps set to transform packaging industries
Prodigi has introduced Ecocaps, an eco-friendly alternative to plastic end caps for cardboard tubes. This fully compostable, biodegradable, and recyclable product is made from a unique blend of recycled paper and is set to replace plastic in packaging for rolled prints and posters. Ecocaps have already eliminated over two million pieces of plastic from Prodigi’s […]
Quadpack offers a tube with customised shapes
The single-material tube from the ShapeUp family lets you dispense cream in fun and original ways, thanks to customised shapes. Whether it’s a sun, a flower, a logo or any other geometric shape, the manufacturer offers a wide range of customisation options. This means you get a personalised tube, without having to invest in custom […]
Thirst pays homage to brooklyn with Breuckelen distillery bottle
The Breuckelen distillery packaging, designed by Thirst, captures the essence of Brooklyn with an embossed design of the number ‘77’, inspired by the brass plaques on the Brooklyn Bridge and symbolising the distillery’s address. Since 1898, the constant transformation of Brooklyn has inspired every aspect of the design, marrying the iconic features of the neighbourhood […]
A bold African whiskey, crafted with heritage and modern finesse by Backbar Studios
In this creative concept, the focus is on Mansa Musa, an iconic 14th-century ruler, who inspired the brand name ‘Mansa’. Mansa Whiskey – Black Gold is a premium whisky of South African origin. The brief was to design a product that reflects its essence, as well as its bottle and label, inspired by the extraordinary […]
Exclusive | Forging heritage into art: The dynamic packaging of TUFF Brandy
In our conversation with Backbone Branding, we uncover the striking design of TUFF Brandy, where the elemental forces of fire and volcanic stone inspire a bold, modern aesthetic. Its packaging features a cubic glass bottle that reflects the fiery hues of molten magma, while its cap, crafted from Armenian tuff stone, represents both cultural heritage […]
Quadpack presents Arena, an elegant refillable pot
The international manufacturer and supplier of packaging for beauty products has launched Arena, the latest product in its jar collection. Featuring a wide base and low profile, the refillable jar has a minimalist elegance. The PP cap is designed to facilitate complex decoration and improve appearance, while reducing weight and quantity of materials. The PET […]
Exclusive | From heritage to haute design: Denomination’s vision for Chapel Hill Winery’s premium Shiraz, “The Devil”
In our latest interview with Rowena Curlewis, CEO & Co-Founder of Denomination, we delve into the creative process behind Chapel Hill Winery’s new ultra-premium Shiraz, “The Devil.” Explore how Denomination’s collaboration with Chapel Hill celebrates its rich heritage through a striking packaging design. Discover how Denomination crafted its new design, from its innovative use of […]
PulPac and PA Consulting unveil breakthrough with Dry Molded Fiber Cap
PulPac and PA Consulting are revolutionising sustainable packaging with new Dry Molded Fiber bottle caps. This innovation, currently being tested with the Bottle Collective, represents a major leap forward in eco-friendly packaging. By replacing traditional plastic caps with Dry Molded Fiber alternatives, brands can significantly reduce its environmental footprint. PulPac’s Dry Molded Fiber technology enables […]
Faiveley Tech presents a new accessory for Million Gold For Her by Rabanne
For its new women’s fragrance, the brand chose Faiveley Tech to create the accessory for the haute-couture bottle, which represents a significant challenge. The jewel, in gold galvanised PP, is assembled on the bottle using an automated process. It is then glued on to provide extra strength and prevent it from being removed. “We are […]
Exclusive | How Clear Mind kombucha transforms childhood nostalgia into a striking modern packaging experience
In this exclusive interview, we explore the creative journey behind the packaging design concept of Clear Mind Kombucha. Designer Sofya Grazhevich reveals how her childhood memories and a quest for life balance inspired its minimalist, mushroom-themed design. With exciting plans to expand its kombucha flavour series, this packaging project remains in development, guided by its […]
Loewe Perfumes taps Lladró for porcelain fragrance caps
A new limited-edition fragrance collection from Loewe Perfumes (LVMH) features floral-shaped caps made by Spanish ceramics house Lladró. The premium positioning of the eaux de parfums is also reflected in its retail price: €850 for 100ml. This autumn, two iconic Spanish brands are in the spotlight with a luxury fragrance collaboration: fashion brand Loewe and […]
Coster Group launches updated ON-OFF System
Coster Group has re-introduced its ON-OFF system, designed to revolutionise the way fragrances are applied. It merges the pump, collar, and cap into a single, integrated unit, offering an alternative for those seeking convenience and portability in perfume packaging. By removing the overcap, its system simplifies the manufacturing process and reduces its overall environmental footprint. Riccardo Mantelli, […]