Did you know… the iconic heart-shaped chocolate box was born in the 19th century?
A staple of Valentine’s Day around the world. Have you ever wondered where the tradition of giving chocolate in a heart-shaped box originated? Chocolate has been associated with love for centuries, but it wasn’t until the mid-19th century that it became a popular gift among lovers for Valentine’s Day. Although the Aztecs are often credited […]
AIMPLAS strengthens its research lines in 2025 to promote sustainability in the plastics sector
The plastics sector is moving towards a more sustainable, competitive model that is aligned with European regulations thanks to the drive for R&D&I. In this context, AIMPLAS, the Plastics Technology Centre, has strengthened its research lines in advanced recycling during 2025 with the aim of accelerating the transition to a circular economy and helping companies […]
The EU is changing the rules and in 2026 will require bars and restaurants to eliminate ketchup, sugar and oil sachets.
No more individual sachets of sauces, sugar or salt in Spanish bars and restaurants. The European Union has already set a date for the definitive end of the typical single-serving containers of ketchup, mayonnaise, sugar, salt and even oil and vinegar, which have been on the tables of hospitality businesses throughout Spain for decades. As […]
A coffee with Nieves Ocaña, Head of Global Purchasing at DEOLEO
Empack: Tell us a bit about your experience at Deoleo and what your day-to-day work within the company is like. Nieves: I have been part of Deoleo for more than two decades. From day one, I have felt proud to work for a company that is part of our Mediterranean culture thanks to its flagship […]
Un café con… Noa Llusia, directora de Asuntos Públicos Globales en Mondelez International
Noa Llusia Juanes is a professional with more than 15 years of experience in corporate communications, public affairs and sustainability (ESG). She currently holds the position of Global Public Affairs Manager at Mondelēz International, where she leads advocacy and institutional positioning strategies on key public policy issues, with notable experience in markets such as Spain, […]
Designing packaging to make a mark – Botito: The robot that comes from the bin
When design is born from strategy.
Alimerka adopts a new electronic labelling model
Packaging is a key area where consumers are demanding change. In the last year alone, 40% of consumers have switched brands due to…
Penny stamps the price of products on its packaging: ‘If you print it, you can’t change it’.
Packaging is a key area where consumers are demanding change. In the last year alone, 40% of consumers have switched brands due to…
The curious origin of pizza boxes and how they became a marketing, creative and visual identity tool
Packaging is a key area where consumers are demanding change. In the last year alone, 40% of consumers have switched brands due to…
Heinz ketchup has an official starting speed
Packaging is a key area where consumers are demanding change. In the last year alone, 40% of consumers have switched brands due to…
Designing packaging to make a mark – Botito: The robot that comes from the bin
When design is born from strategy.
Un café con… Noa Llusia, directora de Asuntos Públicos Globales en Mondelez International
Noa Llusia Juanes is a professional with more than 15 years of experience in corporate communications, public affairs and sustainability (ESG). She currently holds the position of Global Public Affairs Manager at Mondelēz International, where she leads advocacy and institutional positioning strategies on key public policy issues, with notable experience in markets such as Spain, […]