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Why Packaging Compliance in 2026 Will Define Your Brand’s Choices

April 21, 2026
Why Packaging Compliance in 2026 Will Define Your Brand’s Choices The packaging industry has spent the past two years preparing for a regulatory step-change. That step-change is no longer on the horizon — it is here. The EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) applies from 12 August 2026, and the UK’s Extended Producer Responsibility […]
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Mono-Material PZ Advance Sprayer: A 24/410 PE Atomiser for Recyclable Packaging
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Mono-Material PZ Advance Sprayer: A 24/410 PE Atomiser for Recyclable Packaging

June 17, 2026
Sprayers have always created a challenge for recyclable packaging. A bottle may be made from PET, HDPE or another widely recycled material, but the sprayer attached to it is often far more complex. Conventional finger sprayers can contain mixed plastics, metal springs and multiple small components, making them difficult to recycle as part of a […]
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Why Packaging Compliance in 2026 Will Define Your Brand’s Choices
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Why Packaging Compliance in 2026 Will Define Your Brand’s Choices

April 21, 2026
Why Packaging Compliance in 2026 Will Define Your Brand’s Choices The packaging industry has spent the past two years preparing for a regulatory step-change. That step-change is no longer on the horizon — it is here. The EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) applies from 12 August 2026, and the UK’s Extended Producer Responsibility […]
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Aluminium Packaging from BlueSky: Bottles, Tins, Tubes, Pill Jars and More
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Aluminium Packaging from BlueSky: Bottles, Tins, Tubes, Pill Jars and More

April 13, 2026
Aluminium has moved beyond being a niche premium packaging choice. For many brands, it is becoming one of the most commercially useful materials available — combining barrier protection, recyclability, lightweight handling and strong shelf presence in a single format. That combination matters. Brands are under pressure to do more with their packaging. It needs to […]
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EU Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR): What UK Brands Need to Know in 2026
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EU Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR): What UK Brands Need to Know in 2026

April 2, 2026
The EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation — known as PPWR — is the most significant overhaul of packaging law in Europe in over two decades. For UK brands selling into the EU, sourcing from European suppliers, or simply trying to stay ahead of where domestic regulation is heading, understanding PPWR is no longer optional. […]
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UK Plastic Packaging Tax Rate Increase 2026: What Businesses Need to Know
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UK Plastic Packaging Tax Rate Increase 2026: What Businesses Need to Know

March 27, 2026
The UK Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) is increasing from 1 April 2026. Here’s everything you need to know.   What is the UK Plastic Packaging Tax? Introduced in April 2022, the UK Plastic Packaging Tax is a charge on plastic packaging components that contain less than 30% recycled plastic content. It applies to businesses that […]
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BlueSky to Exhibit at Vitafoods Europe 2026 in Barcelona
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BlueSky to Exhibit at Vitafoods Europe 2026 in Barcelona

March 23, 2026
We’re excited to announce that we’ll be exhibiting at Vitafoods Europe 2026, taking place from 5–7 May 2026 at Fira Barcelona Gran Via in Barcelona. You’ll find us at stand 5H91, where we’ll be meeting brands across the health, supplements, sports nutrition, pharmaceutical, beverage and personal care sectors. At BlueSky, we help brands move faster […]
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BPA Ban 2026: What Beverage Brands Need to Know
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BPA Ban 2026: What Beverage Brands Need to Know

March 16, 2026
The EU has formally banned BPA in food contact packaging with a July 2026 deadline. The UK FSA is following suit. Find out what this means for your beverage brand and how to stay compliant.   The BPA Ban Is Here. Is Your Packaging Ready? The EU has formally banned BPA in food contact packaging […]
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E-Commerce Safe Packaging: Leak-Proof, Ship-Proof, Review-Proof
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E-Commerce Safe Packaging: Leak-Proof, Ship-Proof, Review-Proof

February 5, 2026
Products from across beauty, home care, hair care, and cosmetics can go viral overnight – discovered online and bought for delivery. That means packaging has to do more than look good on shelf: it must arrive clean, intact, and securely sealed. Because in a social-first marker, if a product leaks or breaks in transit, customers […]
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BlueSky Launches 100% PCR Aluminium 5cl Shot Bottle for Spirits Brands
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BlueSky Launches 100% PCR Aluminium 5cl Shot Bottle for Spirits Brands

November 19, 2025
BlueSky is pleased to announce the availability of a 5cl aluminium shot bottle made from 100% Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) aluminium, designed specifically for the beverage industry and particularly suited to spirits and liqueur brands. This 28ROPP neck (Roll-On Pilfer Proof) bottle is supplied printed at source for high-impact branding, making it an excellent choice for […]
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Going Green with Your Packaging? Let’s Debunk 4 Common Myths
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Going Green with Your Packaging? Let’s Debunk 4 Common Myths

September 30, 2025
Businesses face a growing demand for eco-friendly practices, and packaging is often the most visible place to start. For many, however, the path to sustainability appears lined with obstacles. The idea of switching to eco-friendly packaging can bring to mind concerns about high costs, compromised performance, and stifled design creativity. These perceived challenges can make […]
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Recyclable Skincare Packaging: Why Simpler Materials Matter
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Recyclable Skincare Packaging: Why Simpler Materials Matter

September 23, 2025
Standing over the recycling bin with an empty skincare bottle, many consumers face the same question: can this actually be recycled? The bottle may look recyclable. The cap may look recyclable. But what about the pump? What about the spring inside it? What about the label, the closure, the inner components or the mix of […]
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Custom Printed Aluminium Bottles: MOQs, Lead Times and Decoration Options
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Custom Printed Aluminium Bottles: MOQs, Lead Times and Decoration Options

September 22, 2025
Custom printed aluminium bottles can give a product a premium, durable and distinctive shelf presence. For brands in beverage, personal care, cosmetics, wellness and home care, aluminium offers something different from standard plastic or glass packaging: a full-surface branding opportunity with strong material performance. But many businesses assume custom aluminium packaging is only realistic at […]
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Mono-Material Lotion Pumps for Skincare, Wellness and Personal Care Brands
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Mono-Material Lotion Pumps for Skincare, Wellness and Personal Care Brands

August 21, 2025
For skincare, wellness and personal care brands, packaging has to work harder than ever. It needs to look premium, support sustainability goals, perform reliably in use and stand up to the practical demands of modern retail and e-commerce. Every component matters — including the pump. The lotion pump is often treated as a functional detail, […]
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What Are Mono-Material Lotion Pumps?
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What Are Mono-Material Lotion Pumps?

August 19, 2025
Mono-material lotion pumps are dispensing pumps designed using one primary material type, such as PP or PE. Traditional lotion pumps often contain several different materials, including plastic components, elastomers and a metal spring. This can make the pump more difficult to recycle and harder for consumers to understand at disposal. Mono-material pumps are designed to […]
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Is Aluminium Packaging Safe for Skincare and Cosmetics?
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Is Aluminium Packaging Safe for Skincare and Cosmetics?

June 2, 2025
In the UK and across Europe, the demand for sustainable, safe, and stylish packaging in the beauty industry is rising. Among the materials gaining traction, aluminium stands out – and for good reason. It combines lightweight durability with exceptional product protection and environmental responsibility, making it a top choice for skincare and cosmetic brands committed […]
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