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10 Creative Packaging Design Trends for Inspiration
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10 Creative Packaging Design Trends for Inspiration

Despite the fact that customer loyalty is largely determined by the quality of a product, the packaging is the first thing a potential consumer sees. Furthermore, the experience of receiving and unboxing a product allows customers to connect with a brand on a deeper level. Businesses of all sizes understand this. As a result, Brands are investing more […]

Packaging innovation over the decades
Corrugated, News, Trends

Packaging innovation over the decades

The packaging world is always evolving, and I’ve witnessed significant shifts in the industry since my start with PMMI back in 1990. We’ve seen countless trends come and go over the years, requiring brands to adapt to fluctuating consumer demands. As a result, our industry is constantly pushed to design with innovation and employ cutting-edge […]

PAPERBOARD PACKAGING TRENDS FOR 2017
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PAPERBOARD PACKAGING TRENDS FOR 2017

The paper converting industry is facing critical challenges as the year 2017 is approaching. The trends we identified last year evolved and continued to draw attention from converters worldwide. Paperboard packaging trends in 2017 affect mature markets and developing nations at different levels. However, they share common traits that predict sustained growth in their folding carton industries. For […]

Top 3 trends impacting the containerboard market through 2020
Corrugated, Trends

Top 3 trends impacting the containerboard market through 2020

Technavio’s latest report on the containerboard market in North America provides an analysis on the most important trends expected to impact the market outlook from 2016-2020.  The top three emerging trends driving the containerboard market in North America according to Technavio’s research analysts are: 1)    Growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions 2)    Demand for premium […]

21 Cats Celebrating Boxing Day
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21 Cats Celebrating Boxing Day

Happy Holidays from Planet Paper. See you in 2017. 1. “BOXING DAY IS THE BEST DAY.” imgur.com 2. “This is what post-Christmas is aaaall about.” imgur.com 3. “Look, I’m American and all but Boxing Day is my favorite time of year.” imgur.com 4. “I take Boxing Day very seriously.” imgur.com 5. “What do you mean today is about hiding in […]

Four consumer trends to come in 2018
Corrugated, Trends

Four consumer trends to come in 2018

Mintel  announces the four key trends set to impact North American consumer markets over the coming year. With surprises at every turn and vague uncertainty gripping Americans and Canadians daily, being attuned to consumer trends across transparency, value, self-care and automation is perhaps more crucial in 2018 than ever before. In the coming year, Mintel predicts […]

Raj Bhardwaj | Corrugated inflation could be followed by deflation and disruption
Corrugated, Trends

Raj Bhardwaj | Corrugated inflation could be followed by deflation and disruption

When it comes to corrugated, there are four high level factors in the macro-environment that will affect your business and its profitability over the coming 12-18 months. Indeed, 2018 will probably see box plants’ profits soar with paper mills and sheet feeders suffering reduced profitability. 1)  All of the world’s major economies are growing The […]