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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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Sustainable Packaging and Circularity

April 5, 2024

The recent insights from Euromonitor’s “Unwrapping Sustainable Packaging: Redesign for Circularity” highlight a critical juncture for the Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCGs) industry. With over four trillion retail packaging units contributed by FMCGs in 2023 and an anticipated rise, the call for sustainable packaging solutions has become louder and clearer. They highlight isn’t just a […]

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Aluminium’s Ascendancy: BlueSky’s Vision for Beverage Packaging

April 3, 2024

Aluminium bottles are stepping into the limelight, championing a new era of sustainability and innovation in packaging. At BlueSky, we’ve long recognised the potential of aluminium as the future of beverage packaging, advocating for its use across spirits, ready-to-drink cocktails, and other beverage sectors. As we expand our offerings to include beers, wines, and water, […]

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Aluminium Tubes: The Preferred Choice for Hair Colourant Packaging

April 2, 2024

When it comes to hair colourants, the stakes are high. The chemicals and dyes within these products need strict protection against air, moisture, and light, which can significantly alter their effectiveness and safety. Aluminium tubes step up to this challenge effortlessly. Their airtight seal (pierced at point of use) ensures that the potent formulas within […]

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Beauty Packaging – Your Agile Supplier

March 28, 2024

The recent Mintel report, “Global Beauty Packaging Trends,” offers profound insights into the evolving preferences and expectations within the beauty packaging sector. As sustainability becomes increasingly integrated with luxury, and as heritage designs make a comeback alongside clean and sophisticated packaging, BlueSky is poised to adapt and innovate within this dynamic landscape. Embracing Quiet Sustainability […]

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Automotive Care Packaging Solutions UK

March 11, 2024

In the UK automotive care industry, packaging choice is essential for product integrity, safety, ease of use, and on-shelf appeal. At BlueSky, we understand the unique requirements of automotive care brands, from independent specialists to national chains. Whether you supply car shampoos, polishes, waxes, degreasers, wheel cleaners, or glass cleaners, our tailored packaging solutions ensure […]

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Aluminium Pill Jars: Secure, Stylish, Sustainable

February 14, 2024

At a time where health and wellness have taken centre stage in our lives, consumers are not just looking for efficacy in their products but also an aesthetic appeal in their daily health routines; design, colour, font, shape – it all makes a difference to your product being selected or not. Recognising this shift, BlueSky […]

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Unpackaging the Benefits: BlueSky’s Secure Supply Chain

February 6, 2024

In the intricate journey from product conception to market presence, the significance of a secure and efficient packaging supply chain becomes undeniably clear. As a trusted packaging distributor, BlueSky stands at the intersection of expertise, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness, offering an unparalleled service that champions your brand’s identity through innovative and standard packaging solutions. But what […]

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Why Choose Our Aluminium Shaker Can?

February 2, 2024

At BlueSky, we’re thrilled to announce the latest addition to our UK stock: the Aluminium Shaker Can, now available for rapid delivery. We have promoted this packaging solution for some time but now it’s in stock and we don’t want you to miss out! This stand-out packaging solution is not just a testament to our […]

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Aluminium Tubes in Beauty, Skincare and Health Care

January 17, 2024

We’re excited to explore the benefits of one particular pack type, the aluminium tube. This pack format has existed for years, in fact, it has an almost nostalgic appeal. We have witnessed that its popularity amongst brand owners and consumers is accelerating. Recognised for their functionality, brand identity, and infinite recyclability, aluminium tubes are now […]

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How BlueSky’s PCR Solutions Tackle Plastic Packaging Tax Challenges

January 10, 2024

Our Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) solutions are helping you navigate the complexities of the UK’s Plastic Packaging Tax. The UK Plastic Packaging Tax, effective from April 2022, is a crucial environmental regulation, imposing a levy on plastic packaging with less than 30% recycled content. As of 1st April 2024, the rate will stand at £217.85 per […]

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Aluminium Bottles for Refill and Reuse Packaging Schemes

November 14, 2023

Refill and reuse packaging is becoming more important for brands looking beyond single-use formats. Adrian Wade, Head of Supply Chain at BlueSky, shares expert insights on what businesses need to consider when choosing aluminium bottles for reuse and refill systems. For personal care, beauty, home care, wellness and beverage products, the question is no longer […]

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PCR Content in Aluminium Packaging: A Sustainable Choice

August 10, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of sustainable packaging, the emergence of aluminium bottles with PCR (Post-Consumer Recycled) content has garnered considerable attention. Not only do these bottles epitomise the intersection of functionality and eco-friendliness, but they also reflect the ongoing commitment of brands and consumers alike to make environmentally responsible choices. Let’s delve deeper into the […]

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Prevented Ocean Plastic: Packaging with Purpose

June 7, 2023

Protecting Marine Life. Promoting Circularity. Supporting Responsible Brands. Plastic pollution – particularly in our oceans – remains one of the most urgent environmental challenges of our time. At BlueSky, we’re taking action through Prevented Ocean Plastic (POP): a proactive initiative that prevents plastic waste from entering marine environments by intercepting it at high-risk coastal areas. […]

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