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As large manufacturers increasingly demand sustainable practices, it’s clear that embracing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors is becoming an essential consideration, especially in the packaging industry. At Primepac, we see this as an opportunity to lead in sustainability, creating solutions that benefit our planet, our communities, and our clients.

When we think about economic systems today, we tend to picture a linear model. This traditional approach involves extracting resources, utilising them, and disposing of them. However, this method can negatively impact the environment, leading to excessive resource consumption and pollution. That's why many businesses are shifting towards more sustainable alternatives, like the circular business...

Are you nervous about the added costs of sustainable packaging? Is it worth investing in eco-friendly alternatives?  We have good news for you! As more businesses switch to environmentally friendly packaging, it is becoming more and more affordable. What’s more, the reduced waste and increased customer loyalty are bound to be worthwhile, helping you stay ahead of regulations and market demands. In...

Are you looking for packaging that’s sustainable and durable? Have you considered using kraft paper? 

To ensure profitability, you need to track your business expenses and spending on office supplies. The question is, which category should items like tea and coffee be tracked in? In this article, we outline how to add items like tea and coffee to your business accounts. We also share our full range of beverages and break-room supplies to keep your team constantly fuelled. 

In the fast-paced e-commerce market, it’s increasingly difficult to differentiate your brand from competitors. Without the tangible experience of shopping in-store, customers can only interact with select aspects of your website and products. To ensure your customers see the value in your products and want to keep investing time and time again, you need to think carefully about your product...

Are you reassessing your company’s packaging products and shipping needs? As more and more companies look for sustainable packaging alternatives, it may be wise to optimise your shipping processes too.  In this article, we highlight alternative shipping options that will help to reduce your environmental impact. 

Tape plays a vital role in sealing packaging for shipping and storage. With heightened awareness about the impact of plastics, many businesses are investigating paper tape alternatives that are more sustainable, and possibly more cost-effective.Sustainability in business has historically been a balancing act. Companies want to reduce their environmental impact and appease more...

Plastic regularly ends up as waste in our environment, harming our wildlife and contaminating our food and water. As a result, New Zealand is entering the next step in its single-use plastics ban. From the 1st of July 2023, several single-use plastic products will be phased out of use in New Zealand. For many industries, this will cause a significant shift to sustainable packaging alternatives....

In 2021, the global paper and paperboard packaging market was estimated at 314 billion NZD. Since then, the demand for sustainable packaging has continued to grow. For example, our sustainability page has over 9,000 views, and our paper tape sales have grown more than 300%. These are just some examples of how paper alternatives are becoming the preferred choice in packaging. As an alternative to...