News & Knowledge
Interesting things about the packaging industry, retailing dynamics, consumer trends and NOA’s insight
Beyond the pandemic: the reshaping of the packaging industry
Where has the time gone? In March 2027, it will be seven years since the COVID pandemic was fully impacting, with huge repercussions around the world, the packaging sector included.
Rubbish Bins of the World: Rome Edition
We have a habit of turning every shopping trip into a little bit of market research, studying packaging formats, materials, labelling and consumer messaging as we wander the aisles.
The War in Iran: what’s been the effect of the conflict on packaging demand?
The start of 2026 was shaping up to be a rosy one for the paper packaging sector. Across the board – pardon the pun – manufacturers and converters were reporting that demand was up for both corrugated and folded cartons.
Cost is the number one focus for packaging buyers in Europe, but what about the environment?
With cost now the biggest driver for many retailers and brand owners in Europe, has the environment taken a back seat?
The Boardroom Issue #3 Bakery
In the fast-paced and ever-evolving world of packaging, staying informed and ahead of industry trends is more important than ever.