Company News Archives - Duo Packaging

13th Oct 2026

What is Graphene and why is it being used in packaging?

When Duo launched new advanced material 2DPE™ a new graphene-enhanced packaging material in September…

9th Oct 2026

What Happens When Packaging Meets Advanced Materials Science? The Story Behind 2DPE™

10th Sep 2026

Why packaging must balance regulation with real-world usability

As sustainability regulations re-shape packaging, why real-world usability must remain central to design decisions.

21st Aug 2026

Peak Season Packaging Planning: How to Reduce Cost, Secure Supply and Improve Efficiency

Expert insight on packaging supply planning, cost control, fulfilment efficiency and sustainability during peak…

19th Aug 2026

The growing role of bio-based packaging in a PPWR-driven future

16th Jul 2026

How Sustainability, Data and Regulation are Reshaping Apparel Supply Chains and the critical role of packaging optimisation

Drawing on insights from industry expert Melissa Harvey, this article explores how these pressures are reshaping the sector, and what apparel businesses need to focus…

13th Jul 2026

Packaging Legislation: 4 Critical Changes Every Business Should Understand

7th Jul 2026

Connected Packaging: How QR Codes and Smart Design Drive Consumer Engagement

Today, the most effective packaging innovations are those that enhance convenience, remove friction and create meaningful moments of engagement at points where consumers are already interacting with a brand.

23rd Jun 2026

Green Claims Code Explained: How to make accurate, compliant claims within your packaging design

Sustainability messaging is under increasing scrutiny. As expectations from regulators, customers, stakeholders continue to…

18th Jun 2026

Bio-based Plastics: From missed opportunity to circular solutions

9th Jun 2026

Closed Loop Recycling: A Practical Solution for EPR Compliance and Plastic Waste Reduction

As sustainability expectations increase and regulation tightens, retailers are under growing pressure to rethink how packaging is used, recovered and reported.

3rd Jun 2026

Sustainable Packaging in Fashion Retail: Key Decisions for Procurement and Supply Chain Teams

How Is Sustainability Changing Packaging Decisions in Fashion? Sustainability in fashion retail is no…

28th May 2026

Plastic Packaging Tax UK: Impact on Packaging Costs, Compliance and Material Selection

20th May 2026

How better packaging builds consumer trust and creates competitive advantage

Trust has become one of the most influential factors in consumer decision‑making. It shapes loyalty, repeat purchasing and long‑term brand resilience, often carrying as much…

13th May 2026

How are legislation, material science and consumer trust reshaping the future of packaging?

Sustainability is no longer a future ambition for packaging, it's a driving force reshaping…

5th May 2026

How packaging regulation has changed – and what businesses need to get right now

Packaging regulation is no longer something businesses can respond to retrospectively. It now plays a defining role in how packaging is designed, specified and governed, with direct implications…

1st May 2026

Designing for Real Life: Why thoughtful packaging matters more than ever

22nd Apr 2026

Duo Retains High BRCGS Grade with AA Accreditation

What does BRCGS AA accreditation actually mean for packaging risk, compliance and supplier reliability?

15th Apr 2026

What can fashion ecommerce brands learn from Boden’s circular packaging strategy

How data‑led decisions, closed‑loop recycling and operational reality are shaping a more sustainable fashion packaging model.

9th Apr 2026

What’s really driving the future of packaging in 2026?

31st Mar 2026

AX Paris turns to recycled plastics to cut impact

AX Paris is a brand that moves with intent, quick to spot shifts, confident…

30th Mar 2026

UK Plastic Packaging Tax 2026: What businesses need to know about recycled content and evidence

If your business uses plastic packaging, the UK Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) is no longer just a compliance consideration, it’s a growing cost and strategic decision point.

26th Mar 2026

The Big Rethink: How packaging is quietly redesigning the supply chain in 2026

Packaging’s role is being rewritten, and the entire supply chain is feeling it.

18th Mar 2026

Trust the Economy: Why Packaging is becoming a proof point in 2026

750 million DuoOptipac mailing bags milestone – innovative e-commerce packaging solution with integrated handles for peak shopping seasons.

9th Mar 2026

The New Rulebook: Why Precision Matters more than ever in Packaging Compliance

A major shift is underway in packaging regulation. In both the UK and the EU, new…

25th Feb 2026

The Expanding Material Universe: Why 2026 Demands Broader Thinking

11th Feb 2026

The New Reality: Why Tough Conditions are Driving Smarter Packaging in 2026

Tough trading conditions in 2026 are accelerating, not suppressing, packaging innovation. UK data shows economic uncertainty and cost pressures at the top of business concerns, while innovators…

2nd Feb 2026

The Forces Shaping Packaging in 2026: A Practical Playbook for Procurement Professionals

The start of the year is the ideal moment to refocus on the few levers…

28th Nov 2025

Understanding the UK Plastic Packaging Tax: What it means for UK Packaging Users

7th Nov 2025

Duo’s Festive Holiday Season Opening Hours

30th Oct 2025

Packaging mistakes that are quietly costing you during peak trading season

The pressure of peak season hits every retailer across the board, faster fulfilment targets, higher volumes, tighter margins.

21st Oct 2025

Make it Memorable: Why Seasonal E-commerce Mailing Bags Belong in your Seasonal Campaign Plan

19th Sep 2025

Manchester’s Lord Mayor Honours Duo Packaging for 1,000 Years of Combined Service in British Manufacturing

At Duo, we’re proud to celebrate over 1,000 years of combined service across our team. To mark this incredible milestone, we were honoured to welcome…

26th Aug 2025

RAM Flexible Packaging Rating: What brands need to know

As businesses come under growing pressure to reduce their environmental impact, the tools used…

12th Aug 2025

How Sustainable Packaging is Evolving: Smarter Sizing, Better Materials, Circular Solutions

29th Jul 2025

Duo Packaging delivers industry-first moisture retaining packaging for HellermannTyton

Duo Packaging has been chosen by HellermannTyton to develop an innovative, first-of-its-kind packaging solution…

8th Jul 2025

Beat the Heat: Why sustainable Collation Shrink Film is the smart choice for Drinks and Beverage brands

30th Jun 2025

Does the UK need a circular packaging plan?

The packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR) gather pace. The scheme’s administrator, PackUK was publicly launched at the Packaging Innovations and Empack trade show in February…

13th Jun 2025

Does eCommerce need a plastic bag levy?

New research shows that recycling rates of eCommerce mailing bags used in fashion are…

9th Apr 2025

How Packaging for used Coffee Pod’s is making a difference to recycling rates

2nd Apr 2025

Duo Packaging secures major packaging contract with Oxfam Ireland

We’re proud to announce we’ve been appointed by Oxfam Ireland to develop a brand-led, sustainable mailing bag as part of a new nationwide donation initiative…

11th Mar 2025

Designing Industrial Polythene Film for Safety and Operational Performance

In industrial manufacturing, packaging is more than a protective layer - it is a…

4th Mar 2025

eCommerce and Retail Packaging Trends in 2025

ECommerce and retail are becoming more intrinsically linked every year, with around 30% of retail sales taking place online in 2024 and the figure continually…

25th Feb 2025

Packaging Trends 2025 Developments in Manufacturing

18th Feb 2025

Driving sustainability through industrial packaging: A path for B2B businesses

For B2B businesses, incorporating sustainability into their industrial packaging can help reduce their own…

3rd Feb 2025

Polythene Film: Smart Solutions for Industrial Applications

22nd Jan 2025

Turning Plastic Waste into a new resource: UK Closed Loop Recycling

Industrial manufacturers in the UK rely heavily on packaging materials like collation shrink film, polythene film and protective packaging to secure and transport products.

18th Jan 2025

Important Beverage Packaging Trends in 2025

Alongside this economic growth there have been many developments in drinks branding and packaging…

15th Jan 2025

What does 2025 have in store for the packaging and recycling industry?

10th Jan 2025

The Festive eCommerce Packaging Hangover: Turning waste into opportunity

Post-festivities, recycling bins overflow—it’s the same scene every year. Mountains of used packaging from the festive frenzy of online shopping pile up, with mailing bags,…

29th Dec 2024

Innovative Packaging Materials Beyond Cardboard

In the modern economy, sustainability and eco-friendliness are infiltrating every industry, and for good…

13th Dec 2024

ECommerce & Retail Packaging Solutions for The Holiday Season 2024

The holiday season is busier for retailers, with billions in revenue generated every year across a massive range of different consumer products.

1st Dec 2024

How Packaging Materials Can Help You Meet ESG Goals

29th Nov 2024

Collation Shrink Film: The Flexible, Sustainable Solution for the Drinks & Beverage Industry

29th Nov 2024

How Duo Packaging’s Digital Transformation Reinforces Its Position as a Leading UK Packaging Manufacturer

27th Nov 2024

Duo Packaging Brand Director Zoe Brimelow honoured in Deputy Lieutenant appointment

We’re proud to announce our Brand Director, Zoe Brimelow has been named as one of six new Deputy Lieutenants of Greater Manchester.

25th Nov 2024

Sustainable Packaging Solutions for Online Retailers

This blog will explore the concept of making packaging for online retailers more sustainable.

22nd Nov 2024

Reducing e-waste one branded mailing bag at a time with musicMagpie

Discover how Duo Packaging's branded mailing bags support musicMagpie's e-waste recycling with sustainable packaging solutions.

15th Nov 2024

From Innovation to Impact: 750million DuoOptipac Mailing Bags Transforming E-commerce Packaging Solutions

8th Nov 2024

Duo Packaging Powers Sustainable Packaging Solutions with Renewable Energy from New Solar Installation

At Duo, we believe in taking meaningful steps towards a sustainable future and developing sustainable packaging solutions for our clients, and our latest initiative reflects…

25th Oct 2024

Why Should Big Businesses Adopt Eco-Friendly Packaging

17th Oct 2024

Sustainable Manufacturing of Branded Mailing Bags for Recycle Week and Beyond

17th Oct 2024

Sustainable Packaging: Why it matters to the drinks and beverage industry

In the drinks and beverage industry, packaging plays a crucial role in delivering products safely and efficiently. However, with increasing environmental awareness, consumers are showing…

9th Oct 2024

Festive Holiday Season Opening Hours 2024

23rd Sep 2024

Boost Your Drinks & Beverage Brand with Oceanix Collation Shrink Film: A Sustainable and Eye-Catching Packaging Solution

30th Aug 2024

Collation Shrink Film with Oceanix HDPE: A Sustainable Solution with Proven LCA Benefits

In today’s world, where sustainability is no longer a buzzword but a necessity, businesses…

22nd Aug 2024

5 creative ways to use branded mailing bags to boost brand awareness

16th Jul 2024

Why BRCGS Standard Matters for your Collation Shrink Film Supply

At Duo, we're proud to have achieved a B Grade certification in the BRCGS Packaging Materials Global Standard for our non-food contact packaging, including our high-quality…

14th Jul 2024

ACAI Outdoors uses branded mailing bags to boost brand awareness

30th Apr 2024

Time is needed to create a world-beating, producer-led EPR

4th Apr 2024

Duo Packaging secures BRCGS Packaging Materials Global Standard

We’re proud to announce we’ve achieved the BRCGS Packaging Materials Global Standard

DuoUK team clean up the local community in Greater Manchester.

20th Mar 2024

Duo Packaging cleans up Greater Manchester with Keep Britain Tidy

Recent data from Keep Britain Tidy suggests that there are 153 million pieces of litter…

18th Mar 2024

Global Recycling Day 2024: Celebrating Closed Loop Recycling Heroes

14th Jan 2024

Unveiling 2024’s Packaging and Recycling Trends

6th Nov 2023

Revolutionizing FMCG Packaging: Duo’s Shrink Film Innovation with Oceanix™

7th Sep 2023

Festive Holiday Season Opening Hours 2023

5th Sep 2023

Closing the loop on Returns: Harnessing Reusable Mailing Bags for Sustainability

Revolutionary Fan-Fold Bags for Efficient Packaging Automation

30th Aug 2023

Efficiency Unleashed: Duo Packaging’s drive towards packaging automation

The ascent of automated packaging technology is transforming operations and improving business efficiency. This…

8th Aug 2023

35 Years of Innovation and Success: Duo’s Milestone Anniversary Celebration

Duo's 35th anniversary: A celebration of innovation, growth, and success in the world of packaging

ACAI Outdoorwear Branded mailing bags manufactured by Duo Packaging with ACAI's products positioned coming out of the branded mailing bag.

2nd Aug 2023

Duo Packaging secures new packaging contract with ACAI Outdoorwear

Duo Packaging partners with ACAI Outdoorwear to produce eco-friendly branded mailing bags for their…

2nd Mar 2023

A Duo of Hires accelerates growth plans

29th Jan 2023

Duo Packaging raises over £2,000 for charity

Together as a team, Duo raised over £2,000 for the charities The Christie NHS, Mind & Greater Manchester City of Trees.

23rd Nov 2022

Festive Holiday Season Opening Hours 2022

9th Nov 2022

Duo Packaging recognised as one of North West’s Green Champions

Duo Packaging recognised as one of North West's Green Champions pioneering sustainable solutions and products

12th Oct 2022

Duo Packs £3million into Creating New Recycling Company

27th Jun 2022

Evidencing a Products Recycled Content

Duo obtain ISO14021:2016 certification to evidence recycled content in products

Up close image of pellets used to produce recycled mailing bags.

16th Jun 2022

There’s more than one good reason to switch to recycled packaging

Duo’s Brand Director Zoe Brimelow and Claire Scott from GC Business Growth Hub helps…

8th Jun 2022

Sustainability has entered the villa

ITV’s Love Island and eBay have coupled up for their target audience and the planet. This partnership marks a new era for the show as…

25th May 2022

24/7 complete control of packaging consumables via Duo’s ePortal

Finding ways to stay connected with employees and business data whilst working remotely has…

1st Apr 2022

Duo help kick-start a clothes revolution with Cash for Kids

The Duo team joined forces with local charity Cash for Kids, Wear, Share, Care…

24th Mar 2022

What does it take to clean up waste?

Why is it important to make single stream waste material available for recycling and design products and processes with the full lifecycle in mind? Duo…