Canadians voice their opinions, as they become the latest ‘victims’ of the plastic carrier bag ban. In a bid to overturn the five-cent fee imposed on plastic carrier bags in Toronto, Canada, the city council went one-step further, and decided to impose a...
You do not have to be marketing professional to know that one of the best ways to attract, and keep customers returning to your store, is by offering a fantastic shopping experience. Everything from the shop layout, the merchandise you sell, and the staff you employ...
As we head towards the summer sales, many high street retailers are already busy planning their new season shop displays, merchandise, and carrier bags, so that once the last of the summer bargains have been sold, they are ready to stride forward with their...
After the recent furore over increased postal prices, the Royal Mail is making headlines yet again over its plan to add a £1 ‘tax’ on all mailing bags and parcels sent via Parcelforce during the Olympics. The controversial move is one of many changes...
A recent LCA (life cycle assessment) carried out by leading US-based provider of environmental quality and safety services – Intertek, has shown that Oxo-degradable plastic carrier bags incorporating the d2w additive are “significantly ahead of other types...
When it comes to giving a gift, presentation is everything. Consumers are no longer satisfied with the flowery printed wrapping paper and oversized bows favoured in the 1990s, but want a luxury gift bag that looks and feels as good as the contents inside. As a result,...