This study focuses on the packaging asset development process at MetaChef, a company that provides a platform for 3D digital twins of food products by using photogrammetry technologies. While having a well-defined and effective product processing pipeline, their packaging pipeline needs to be outlined …

The online grocery industry gained momentum during the worldwide pandemic and still is one of the fastest-growing e-commerce segments. Regarding sustainability, digital grocery services can perform better in comparison to traditional supermarkets; however, they can still negatively impact the environment …

With globalization and growing population, the food industry is facing sustainability challenges and customers’ concerns about environmental issues are increasing. As customers play an important role in the food system, it is important to understand their perception and understanding of sustainability …

Blockchain technology has been rising in popularity since its introduction in 2008. Especially in the food industry and in food supply chains, blockchain could provide a guaranteed safe and reliable traceability system with as few errors as possible. This paper is written for everyone interested in blockchain …

After its invention in 1907, the production of plastic quickly surpassed all other manmade materials till a point where a society without plastic is now unthinkable. Now, over 100 years later, problems with plastic have been growing progressively. This thesis identified sustainable packaging solutions …

Scherpenhuizen is een organisatie die groenten en fruit im- en exporteert door heel Europa voor diverse retailers (Jumbo, Tesco, etc.). Scherpenhuizen heeft in Scherpenhuizen Packaging een dochteronderneming die extra service biedt door de groenten en fruit te verpakken. De groenten en fruit worden ontvangen …

This study provides an exploratory analysis on the topic of online buying behavior of buyers in the packaging industry. To add, this research longitudinally analyzes the existing information on the topic, which has been gathered in the years 2014 to 2017. In addition, this information is then compared …

On May 20, 2016, the Member States of the European Union will have to transpose the 2014/40/EU revised tobacco directive. The dissertation in front of you provides an understanding of the revised tobacco directive and the transposition of the directive into North Rhine-Westphalian law. The historical, …

Since its invention, synthetic plastic has been used increasingly in everyday life. Many industries make use of this easily shaped product, mainly for packaging purposes. In addition, many products such as shower gels, scrubs, and other personal care products contain micro plastic particles. The increasing …

Over the past few years the terms 'fair trade', 'sustainable' and 'organic' have become more present in combination with tea products in the supermarkets. These terms are used for many different goals. Some suppliers actually try to provide the consumer with a product that has been produced following …