In the words of the ancient Greek philosopher Plato, “Necessity is the mother of invention”. In our present challenging times, resembling for many a Greek tragedy never has this been truer. Now’s the time for us all to sow the seeds of creative thinking across the manufacturing world.

Earlier this month, Caps & Closures was featured in the latest PKN Magazine's 60th Anniversary issue to be among the top 60 significant movers and shakers in the industry. Also featured in the 60 of the Best list, our Managing Director Brendon Holmes, is celebrated and recognised as one of the people in packaging who are making positive change happen in our industry, demonstrating leadership, entrepreneurship, vision, and passion. Brendon has been nominated by his industry peers and selected by PKN.

Packaging touches every area of our lives. With the effects of coronavirus potentially with us for years to come, the packaging world has never been more under the microscope. Ensuring the highest hygiene levels of frequently handled packaging such as containers and caps is critical. Especially, when you consider that 80% of infectious diseases start from surface contact. The good news is that packaging has massive potential to be a saviour rather than a transmission danger. This is where antimicrobial technology really comes into its own.

The threat of the COVID-19 pandemic has rapidly thrust health and safety to the forefront of the public conscience. The virus’s rapid transmission through airborne germs, personal contact, and particularly ‘hotspots’ of infection that it generates has reminded us how vital practising proper hygiene is to not only our health but the health of our economy. For consumers to feel safe while undertaking everyday activities like grocery shopping, additional measures must be put in place - and this is where hygienic packaging will be essential.

The threat of the COVID-19 pandemic has rapidly thrust health and safety to the forefront of the public conscience. The virus’s rapid transmission through airborne germs, personal contact, and particularly ‘hotspots’ of infection that it generates has reminded us how vital practising proper hygiene is to not only our health but the health of our economy. For consumers to feel safe while undertaking everyday activities like grocery shopping, additional measures must be put in place - and this is where hygienic packaging will be essential.

The COVID-19 pandemic has shaken the world to its core, uprooting our economy and disrupting our daily lives in a way we probably didn’t consider possible. One of the most commonly used terms to describe this period has been ‘unprecedented’ - but in the world of plastics and packaging, there is still so much change to come. The last few months have totally shifted the perception of packaging and its role within society, and in turn, drastically altered its future. As one of the industries that will emerge with stronger public awareness of the importance of our offering, it is vital that we react to this increased attention by continuing to innovate and work towards lasting solutions.