All articles by Ryan Ellington

Why is a circular economy good for packaging sustainability?

As packaging sustainability tops the agenda for many companies, questions arise over what are the best practices for achieving a…
Amcor striving towards sustainability with innovative AmFiber project

Earlier this year, Amcor unveiled its latest bet: AmFiber. The paper-based packaging platform is positioned as a sustainable alternative to…
How the Internet of Things is revolutionising the packaging industry

The Internet of Things is taking hold, helping packaging providers make the move from being merely reactive to being predictive.…
The value of data digitalisation and the recycling systems of tomorrow

Tom Giddings, general manager of the Aluminium packaging recycling organisation (Alupro), discusses the UK government’s current consultation regarding the implementation…
“I’m convinced e-commerce will be a growing sales channel”

Inside Packaging’s Jessica Paige caught up with Estal’s commercial director, Jan Garcia, to find out more about shop.estal.com and learn how packaging companies…

“It’s normal to struggle with the transition to sustainability”

Van Dokkum’s career to date has centred around corporate responsibility and sustainability. In June last year, he joined Innocent, which…
Why brand owners are choosing their packaging partners on ESG terms

According to GlobalData’s 'ESG in Packaging' report, packaging firms should see issues around ‘Environmental, Social & Governance’ (ESG) as an…
Why compostable packaging finally is having its moment

With consumers undergoing an eco-awakening, sustainability is no longer the niche issue that it was just a few years ago.…
Why we need the big guns to start firing to phase out plastic

Imagine a material that’s cheap, easy to produce, durable, lightweight and versatile, and could preserve our environment. That’s what scientists…
How packaging can help decarbonise our food systems

In recognition of ‘Nature & Land Use Day’ at the COP26 summit in November, 45 nation-states agreed to reform domestic policies…