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WEBINAR: European e-commerce and the paper packaging factor

HelloFresh and DS Smith react to the rise of e-commerce and the impact on box demand

January 28, 2021
Containerboard Europe Packaging

Doorstep delivery has become a lifeline for the consumer and an economic driver for brands, resulting in packaging becoming a key part of a consumer’s brand perception.

Watch this e-commerce packaging focused webinar to hear how box producers and retail businesses are reacting to the rise of e-commerce, all while considering the unique brand, cost and risk considerations that come with shipping direct-to-consumer.

Taken place 28th Jan 2021, the webinar includes a 40 minute panel discussion covering:

  • Influence of consumer demand on packaging decisions
  • The role packaging plays in brand
  • The unique cost considerations in an e-commerce packaging
  • Sustainability trends
  • Mitigating risk or creating strategic advantage: Anticipating packaging market dynamics in the supply chain

Plus, a 10 minute containerboard market review by Fastmarkets RISI economist, Alejandro Mata, Director of European Packaging & Graphic Paper.

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