Industry News

The North American foodservice market is seeing growing adoption of plant-based disposable tableware, with penetration reportedly reaching around 45% in some market segments. This shift is being driven by changing consumer preferences, sustainability initiatives, and the rapid expansion of food deli...

As environmental awareness continues to grow, consumers are changing the way they view everyday food packaging. More customers are paying attention not only to the food they purchase but also to the type of packaging used to serve and transport it. This shift in consumer behavior is encouraging rest...

Environmental awareness is becoming an increasingly important factor in modern consumer decisions. Across global markets, consumers are paying greater attention to how everyday products are packaged, particularly in the food service and takeaway sectors. Rather than accepting the environmental impac...

The rise of the “aesthetic economy” is reshaping the takeaway food industry. Today’s consumers are no longer satisfied with packaging that simply protects food during delivery. Attractive shapes, clean designs, natural textures, and photogenic presentation have become part of the o...

Australia is continuing to strengthen its transition toward a more sustainable packaging system, with the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) playing an important role in promoting packaging that supports a circular economy. As businesses face increasing pressure to improve the environ...

Across Southeast Asia, governments are stepping up efforts to reduce single-use plastic waste, with more countries and cities introducing restrictions on disposable plastic products. As the region moves from plastic reduction initiatives toward stricter controls and bans, restaurants, food delivery...

France has continued to strengthen its efforts to reduce single-use plastic waste, creating significant opportunities for sustainable food packaging suppliers. With restrictions on disposable plastic products becoming increasingly comprehensive across the French food service sector, fast-food restau...

As sustainability becomes a key priority across global industries, green supply chains are rapidly transforming the food service sector. Increasingly, multinational catering groups and international food brands are strengthening their environmental requirements for suppliers, including requests for...

As global efforts to address plastic pollution continue to accelerate, negotiations surrounding the United Nations Global Plastics Treaty are entering a critical stage. The potential agreement is expected to bring stronger regulations on single-use plastics and encourage industries worldwide to adop...

China's continued commitment to sustainable development is creating new opportunities for environmentally friendly packaging solutions. Recently, policy guidance from the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) has further encouraged the wider adoption of plant fiber tableware across the f...

The European Union continues to strengthen its environmental policies by increasing the financial burden associated with plastic packaging, encouraging businesses to accelerate the transition toward sustainable alternatives. As regulations on single-use plastics become more comprehensive and consume...

As consumer demand for sustainable packaging surges across global food markets, ready meal and frozen food manufacturers are rapidly phasing out single-use plastic vessels in favor of eco-conscious alternatives. A prominent industry shift centers on heat-resistant bagasse tableware, specially e...