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Berlin Packaging expands its presence in EMEA with the acquisition of BlueSky in the United Kingdom

June 11, 2026
Berlin Packaging expands its presence in EMEA with the acquisition of BlueSky in the United Kingdom   The acquisition strengthens the company’s position in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, beauty, personal care, home care, and beverage segments.   Milan, 11th June 2026 – Berlin Packaging, the world’s largest Hybrid Packaging Supplier®, specialising in the supply of glass, […]
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Packaging and Formula Compatibility: What Brand Owners and Fillers Need to Know
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Packaging and Formula Compatibility: What Brand Owners and Fillers Need to Know

November 8, 2024
Choosing packaging is not just about finding a bottle, jar, pump or closure that looks right. The pack also needs to work with the formulation, the filling process, the closure system, the label, the supply chain and the way the customer will use the product. That is where packaging and formula compatibility matters. A bottle […]
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Closure Torque: How to Apply Caps, Pumps and Sprayers Correctly
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Closure Torque: How to Apply Caps, Pumps and Sprayers Correctly

November 5, 2024
Closure torque is one of those packaging details that can be easy to overlook until something goes wrong. A cap may look secure. A pump may appear to fit. A sprayer may feel tight by hand. But if the torque is not right, the finished pack can still leak, loosen, crack, fail a seal or […]
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Understanding AQLs: Ensuring Quality in Primary Packaging
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Understanding AQLs: Ensuring Quality in Primary Packaging

November 5, 2024
When buying primary packaging for any product, quality assurance is paramount. At BlueSky, we utilise Acceptable Quality Level (AQL) standards to ensure every batch of bottles, jars, tubes, or caps meets your expectations. Our AQL process is designed to ensure consistency of product quality, giving our clients confidence in the packaging they receive and ensuring […]
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Disruptive Brands: How BlueSky Customers Can Stay Ahead in a Changing Market
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Disruptive Brands: How BlueSky Customers Can Stay Ahead in a Changing Market

September 25, 2024
Disruption is becoming the new norm, challenging brands to continuously adapt and innovate. According to Euromonitor International, the pace of change is accelerating, fuelled by advancements in technology and evolving consumer behaviours. With more than 18,000 new products launched online by mid-2024 alone, competition is fierce, and brands must actively rethink their strategies to remain […]
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How to Choose the Right Pump Dispenser for Your Product
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How to Choose the Right Pump Dispenser for Your Product

September 4, 2024
Selecting the appropriate pump dispenser for your product is crucial in ensuring that your customers have a satisfying and functional user experience. The type of pump you choose can significantly impact the dispensing efficiency, product preservation, and overall appeal of your product packaging. Here’s a guide to help you make the best choice. 1. Understand […]
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Boston Round Bottles: Uses, Materials and How to Choose the Right Bottle
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Boston Round Bottles: Uses, Materials and How to Choose the Right Bottle

August 30, 2024
Boston Round bottles are one of the most recognisable bottle shapes in packaging. With their cylindrical body, rounded shoulders and narrow neck, they offer a simple, practical format that works across personal care, healthcare, home care, animal health, industrial and specialist liquid products. They are not the most unusual bottle shape. That is part of […]
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How to Choose the Right Shampoo Bottle for Your Brand
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How to Choose the Right Shampoo Bottle for Your Brand

August 27, 2024
Choosing a shampoo bottle is not just a design decision. The bottle has to protect the formulation, work with the right closure, feel good in use, support your brand positioning and perform through filling, transport, retail and everyday bathroom use. A bottle that looks great in a mock-up can still be wrong for the product […]
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Understanding the Functionality of Pump Dispensers: Atomiser Sprayers
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Understanding the Functionality of Pump Dispensers: Atomiser Sprayers

August 22, 2024
Atomiser sprayers have become a popular choice for dispensing a wide range of liquid products, from cosmetics and personal care items to cleaning solutions. Known for their ability to deliver a fine mist spray, atomiser sprayers provide both functionality and aesthetic appeal. Here, we will explore the benefits and applications of these fine mist sprayers. […]
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Plastic Resin Codes: A Guide For Packaging Buyers
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Plastic Resin Codes: A Guide For Packaging Buyers

August 20, 2024
Who this is for: Buyers, product managers, and sustainability leads choosing plastic packaging for UK and European markets. What you’ll find here: A breakdown of all seven resin types — their properties, real-world applications, UK/EU recyclability, and relevant BlueSky product ranges. Quick reference table Code Name Key strengths UK kerbside recycled? BlueSky ranges 1 PET […]
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BlueSky to Exhibit at the 12th Annual Beauty Trends & Innovations Event
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BlueSky to Exhibit at the 12th Annual Beauty Trends & Innovations Event

August 19, 2024
We are excited to announce that BlueSky will be exhibiting at the 12th Annual Beauty Trends & Innovations event on September 25th, 2024. Touted as the “must-attend industry gathering for beauty visionaries,” this prestigious event is an essential meeting place for industry professionals, and we are thrilled to be a part of it. At this […]
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What Does a Lotion Pump Do?
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What Does a Lotion Pump Do?

August 16, 2024
A lotion pump dispenses a controlled amount of product from a bottle or container. It is most commonly used for products such as body lotion, hand wash, moisturiser, shampoo, conditioner, sanitiser, cleanser, sunscreen and other liquid or semi-liquid formulations. For consumers, a lotion pump makes a product easier, cleaner and more convenient to use. For […]
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Aluminium Bottles for Olive Oil, Spirits and Premium Drinks: Uses, Benefits and Packaging Considerations
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Aluminium Bottles for Olive Oil, Spirits and Premium Drinks: Uses, Benefits and Packaging Considerations

August 12, 2024
Aluminium bottles are no longer just a niche packaging choice. In the last few years, they have started to appear in categories where brands are actively trying to stand out: premium spirits, functional drinks, water, mixers, wellness products and, more recently, olive oil. That is interesting because these are not categories that change packaging formats […]
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PetPackers: The Ideal Food-Grade Solution for PPWR Compliant Packaging
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PetPackers: The Ideal Food-Grade Solution for PPWR Compliant Packaging

July 15, 2024
As the European Union’s Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) deadline approaches, companies must start considering sustainable packaging solutions to ensure compliance. One standout option is the PetPackers range from BlueSky, which offers food-grade, versatile, sustainable, and compliant packaging for various industries, including vitamins, minerals, supplements (VMS), and nutritional products.   Recyclability PET is the […]
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How Aluminium Tubes Are Made — And Why Recyclability Matters More Than Ever
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How Aluminium Tubes Are Made — And Why Recyclability Matters More Than Ever

July 12, 2024
Aluminium tubes are manufactured through a precise sequence of forming, finishing and coating processes that together produce a packaging format capable of protecting sensitive formulations, dispensing accurately and recycling infinitely. Understanding how they are made helps explain why they perform the way they do — and why, in a regulatory environment that now ties packaging […]
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Oral Care: Moving Beyond Hygiene
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Oral Care: Moving Beyond Hygiene

July 8, 2024
Oral care has transcended traditional boundaries, moving beyond mere hygiene to embrace holistic wellness. Inspired by trends in skin care, the oral care market is diversifying, offering innovative formats that cater to the modern consumer’s needs. GCI Magazine stated that according to a recent report by Fact.MR, the global oral hygiene product market is set […]
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