The popularity of podcasts has increased greatly in recent years, allowing us to assess shows anywhere we like. There are many packaging-related podcasts. Below we list some of the popular packaging podcasts on Spotify and some episodes that relate to packaging on other podcasts. Shows Unboxing Your Packaging https://open.spotify.com/show/1g1p5OHQXbyW9uTNrLITsf?si=e3e33064732e4e96 Package Design Unboxd – with Evelio Mattos https://open.spotify.com/show/73hn9em7I9yg9jHTCLo7Nb?si=9214901eb6f541f1 […]
We are delighted to have partnered with the organisers of SOW NOW to produce cartons for this wonderful initiative. This campaign is the brainchild of Ukrainian refugee, Tetiana Pankiv and her host, Jacqui McNab. Tetiana arrived in Ireland in March with her 3 children. Tetiana and Jacqui created this campaign and galvanised a huge host […]
Accessibility in digital technology is a key concern currently in the design of websites and apps. In a recent article on the TwoSides website, the author, Sam Upton, discusses ways that brands are reconsidering their packaging to make it more accessible for disabled users. Below is a summary of this post with some additional Dollard […]
Can food labels and product claims help consumers make informed food choices? Webinar New Food Magazine is hosting a panel discussion on the above topic. Note: *This is a UK-based magazine so any regulations if discussed, may pertain to the UK. Date: 1st December 2021 Time: 6pm GMT Cost: Free Location: Online webinar Content: Three industry experts […]
What does the circular economy mean and how does carton packaging fit into the circular economy? See a short video from ProCarton (European Carton Manufacturers Association) that shows how cartons are the perfect example of the circular economy. With 85% of paper and carton board packaging in Europe recycled, there is no better form of […]
A recent article on the Packaging of the World website displayed packaging from the stunning new artwork for the Chocolate Tribe gourmet chocolate brand. Below we bring you some images and information about the project. Client Brief for Gourmet Chocolate Brand The brief was to come up with a very unique packaging which doesn’t have […]
In this article, in the New Food magazine, the author, Joshua Minchin outlines his thoughts on the challenges and trends that the food industry will have to cope with in 2021. Below we summarise the main points of the article. 1. Upholding safety standards The author states that it is crucial for the food industry […]
Dollard Packaging will be closed from Wednesday, 23rd December 2020 at 12 noon and we will re-open for business on Monday, 4th January 2021 at 9 am. We would like to thank all our customers for their business in 2020 and wish everyone a happy and peaceful Christmas and New Year. Stay Safe!
In this post written by Michelle McDonagh of Aspire HR, the author discusses how employers initially reacted to Covid19 with short-term decision-making and “fire-fighting” methods. (Aspire HR is a Co Kildare based HR consulting business that offers practical HR advice and support to Irish SMEs) Recent health reports indicate, however, that Covid19 will be with […]
As the scale and nature of the disruption that the COVID19 continues to evolve, what are the key areas that Irish businesses should be focusing on, and how should they respond to the uncertainty that faces them? This post is a summary of the key points from a PwC article on how businesses should respond to the pandemic. The article was divided into 6 key areas. Crisis […]
