Dupont uses packaging award to leverage sustainable business practices
The company is focusing on its Dupont Awards as a means of helping the personal care industry discover how packaging can be incorporated into a sustainable business strategy.
Archives for June 23, 2009
Top three stories this week
P&G ventures into risky and uncharted territory with acquisitions, says analyst
A Mintel analyst has warned that Procter & Gamble (P&G) must commit significant resources to build the premium male grooming market and turn its recent acquisitions into a success story.
Metabolix announces launch of new bioplastic and biodegradable colorants
Telles has collaborated with plastics molder Nypro to develop its next generation of injection molding bioplastic, suitable for a wider range of applications.
Caffeine could help protect against UVB-induced skin damage
Incorporating caffeine into sun care and after-sun products may help minimize the effects of UV damage and protect against skin cancer, according to US researchers.
Workers shift from Lonza to DSM
Over one hundred employees of Switzerland-based Lonza will become part of the DSM empire from January 2010.
Thinking outside the box: Refillable packaging opportunities
Creative ideas for refillable beauty packages have great potential for companies looking to improve their green credentials, says a packaging design expert.
McBride rides private label wave with strong results
Europe’s leading private label personal care and household products manufacturer has bucked the downward economic trend to report strong results.
New Procter & Gamble head has a job on his hands
Robert Macdonald becomes CEO of Procter & Gamble (P&G) as its brands face fierce competition from discounters and private label alternatives.
Seaweed in cosmetics wins green technology funding
The Technology Strategy Board has invested in a project to develop skin and hair care products using natural compounds from British seaweed varieties.