data & analysisIntroducing the next generation of the Phantm platform
The next generation of the Phantm platform provides a glimpse into the future of packaging and product data with smarter supplier workflows, an updated interface and packaging data ready for changing regulations.
regulationsWhat London Climate Action Week revealed about packaging regulation
As EU PPWR compliance approaches, the businesses that understand their packaging, suppliers and material risks will be best placed to move first.
regulationsPhantm presents evidence at senate inquiry into packaging reform
The Senate inquiry into mandatory packaging EPR showed strong alignment across industry, government and environmental groups. The question is now how quickly and how well the system is designed.
data & analysisWhy packaging data is becoming essential for Australian businesses
As packaging reform accelerates in Australia, businesses will need clearer, more reliable data about the packaging they place on market, from SKU and component records to materials, weights and supplier evidence.
data & analysisHow to build a packaging data asset you'll use long after the compliance report
Packaging reform is changing the way businesses need to think about packaging data.
regulationsWhat brands can do now to prepare for packaging reform
Practical steps brands can take now to prepare for Australian packaging reform, including supplier engagement, packaging data collection, validation and readiness.
regulationsNational Packaging Reform Now Has a Deadline
Australia's Environment Ministers have committed to a draft intergovernmental agreement on nationally consistent packaging product stewardship, setting a clear mandate and deadline for reform.
Circular EconomyFive Things I Learned at the Sustainability Leaders Summit (And One Uncomfortable Truth)
Five takeaways from the Sustainability Leaders Summit: why moral arguments are failing, how AI will reshape compliance, and what the smartest sustainability leaders are doing differently.
regulationsOne Country, One System: The Case for a National Packaging EPR in Australia
Over 60 countries already have mandatory Extended Producer Responsibility for packaging. Australia is next... and the groundwork is well underway.
data & analysisFive signals from the Climate Investor Forum that we can’t afford to ignore
A week in the room with climate investors and founders made one thing clear: the capital stack is shifting, regulation is lagging, and the bar for relevance is rising fast.
regulationsESPR and the DPP are changing the game
ESPR and the Digital Product Passport (DPP) are making product-level data a condition for market access. So what exactly are they?
regulationsWhen measurement meets motivation, markets move - and that’s where real change happens.
Regulation Makes a Difference, It Drives Innovation and Shapes the Way We Think and Act.
data & analysisAustralia’s Plastic Problem Needs Bold Policy & Big Ideas
Australia recycles just 14% of its plastics - leaving a 2.4 million-tonne landfill gap every year. It’s time for big ideas, bold policy, and radical action.
regulationsIs Your Business Packaging Regulations Ready?
Australian packaging regulations are changing. Here’s what you need to know.
data & analysisWhy Packaging Data Is Your Best Line of Defence Against Tariff Shock
In the face of global trade uncertainty, a well-managed packaging data asset gives businesses the clarity and control they need to respond quickly, reduce risk, and protect margins.
Case StudiesRegulation and Retailer Readiness Case Study: Mutti Parma
A case study detailing how Phantm helped Mutti Parma improve packaging data clarity, reduce risk and prepare for new retailer and regulatory requirements.
Case StudiesSupporting Sustainability Leadership Case Study: David Jones
How David Jones is leveraging packaging data to realise cost savings and climate action.
materialNew Pringles Packaging Shows How To Embed Business Thinking Into Sustainability
Pringles 'same stack less pack' shows the direction of travel in packaging sustainability, where less material placed on market means reduced costs and environmental impact.
Circular EconomyCorporate Sustainability Must Stand on Its Own Two Feet
Why it’s time for corporate sustainability to justify itself financially, and other lessons in sustainability leadership from Phantm’s Autumn Bloom Event.
data & analysisHow To Find The Savings Hiding in Your APCO Report
Your APCO report contains more than metrics. Inside that dense dataset is a strategic asset full of hidden savings and opportunities.
regulationsAustralia’s Path to Stronger Packaging Regulations
Learning from global leaders holds the key to bridging the global gap in Australian packaging reform.
regulationsUnlock The Hidden Value in Your Packaging Data
What if your packaging data held the secret to saving money and reducing your environmental impact?
data & analysisThe Importance of Data in Responsible Storytelling and Sustainable Packaging
Learn insights from Amy Barry, Head of Marketing at Glen Dimplex, on data's critical role in responsible storytelling and navigating rapidly changing packaging sustainability standards and how well-managed data can drive impact and combat greenwashing.
Circular Economy7 Key Takeaways from Climate Week NYC: A Call to Action for the Climate Industrial Revolution
Reflections on Phantm's sponsorship at the UN screening of 'Future Council' and the insights gathered from leaders driving global sustainability efforts.
regulationsWill $3.8 billion be enough to fund Australia’s sustainable packaging future?
Discover how eco-modulation and APCO’s 2030 Strategic Plan aim to reshape Australia’s packaging future. Learn how sustainable design choices could impact packaging fees and recycling rates.
data & analysisAPCO’s eco-modulated fees are a step in the right direction for sustainable packaging
The scheme focuses on materials Placed on Market (POM), and incentivises APCO members to measure and improve to reduce their fees… it’s both complex and ambitious.
data & analysisKate Forbes' Four Principles for Sustainable Beauty Packaging
Sustainability innovation insights from Kate Forbes, Head of Product Innovation at MECCA-Maginations
Case StudiesRefill Packaging Solution Case Study: kit:
A data-driven approach to the sustainability of kit:'s RE:SET packaging
data & analysisStep-by-Step Sustainable Packaging Checklist for Beauty Brands
Ensure your product development process integrates sustainable packaging best practices from the start.
materialExpanded Polystyrene: Why Develop an Alternative?
Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) has been a staple in modern logistics for over seventy years, known for its high-impact strength, lightweight nature, cost-effectiveness, and global availability. EPS plays a vital role in protecting goods in transit to ensure household appliances arrive undamaged.
regulationsExtended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is Coming to Australia
The concepts of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and product stewardship have both been gaining momentum worldwide and are poised to make a significant impact in Australia.
regulationsMaking Sense of Single-Use Plastic Bans in Australia
The ultimate guide to help Australian Businesses ensure compliance with the phase-out of single-use plasticsWith escalating concerns about the impact of plastic waste on our environment, the phasing out of single-use plastics (SUPs) has become a pivotal policy development worldwide, with a significant effect on the retail sector.
data & analysis4 Sustainable Packaging Strategies You Can Use Right Now
A guide to navigating the maze of environmental claims in a market inundated with greenwash
Case StudiesSustainable Packaging Solution Case Study: Market Lane Coffee
Phantm partnered with Market Lane to measure the impact of their existing coffee bags and help inform their packaging sustainability. The results were surprisingly win-win for their loyal customers AND the planet!
materialIt's Not Easy Being Green... Even When You're LEGO
ecycled plastic bricks didn't pan out, but LEGO's response showed that being transparent is often the best strategy when going green.
data & analysisNavigating the New Normal in Supply Chain Management
The COVID pandemic's lasting impact on global supply networks has ushered in a new era of reshoring, technology, the 'Just-in-Case' revolution, and a once-in-a-generation opportunity to rethink supply chain management
Circular EconomySustainable Packaging Solutions Unwrapped
How can we meet the product and packaging needs of today while reducing our impact on the planetary systems of tomorrow?
data & analysisDemystifying Life Cycle Assessments
A guide to understanding the environmental impact of your products and packaging
End-Of-LifeA Future Beyond Plastics
I often wonder what life would be like without petrochemical plastics...
materialPlastics: the good, the bad and the very ugly
Exploring the pros and cons of the wonder materials that have accelerated convenience and changed the way we live
regulations8 Ways for Brands to Avoid Greenwashing
A guide to ethical brand communications and responsible storytelling
Circular EconomyLove Island x eBay: A Sustainable Love Affair
In a world where pop culture often dictates trends and shapes consumer behaviour, it's refreshing to see an influential show like Love Island taking a stand for sustainability.
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