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Idec Group wins Best Construction Site in France 2025 with the Sisley project

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Idec - Sisley

The Idec Group, through its filiale Idec Santé, has been awarded 1st prize for Best Construction Site in France 2025 with a score of 99.59/100, a prestigious distinction awarded by the ESTP's Passion BTP association. This competition, organized by engineering students, aims to highlight the most exemplary achievements in the construction sector, based on demanding criteria: innovation, safety, environmental impact and transmission of knowledge.

An exceptional customer: Sisley

The winning project is Sisley's future cosmetics production site in Vendôme (Loir-et-Cher), covering an area of 17,500 m². 

This project was distinguished by the integration of innovative solutions right from the design phase: digital mock-up (BIM), augmented reality for progress monitoring, enhanced safety features, architectural choices optimizing both energy efficiency and operating comfort.

As part of an ambitious environmental approach, it is aiming for Breeam certification at Excellent level. It incorporates state-of-the-art equipment to reduce its carbon footprint:

  • 1,772 photovoltaic roof panels
  • Geothermal power plant
  • Energy recovery systems
  • Intelligent stormwater management
  • Sustainable, eco-designed materials

Passing on, training, inspiring

The Best Construction Site in France 2025 award also recognizes the Idec Group's strong commitment to the transmission of know-how. Last April, the Sisley site welcomed ESTP students for an immersive day combining technological demonstrations, meetings with Idec Santé teams and a guided tour of the site. An educational initiative that left a lasting impression and earned the site a prize from the student jury, underlining the strong links between the Group and the academic world.

Since its creation, the Idec Group has made welcoming and training young people a cornerstone of its development strategy. Every year, some 50 interns and work-study students join our teams, representing almost 10 % of the total effectif. 73 % of them sign a permanent contract at the end of their career with the Group. An ambitious HR policy, designed as a genuine springboard to employment and the construction of tomorrow's real estate projects.

"This project fully reflects the Idec Group's culture, based on transmission, excellence and commitment. We are parEculièrement fiers, within the Human Resources DirecEon, to have piloted this project. The teams in the field are fully committed, aware of the importance of sharing our know-how with young talent. It's by forging these concrete links with new generaEons that we are building the future of our sector".says Elodie Sanchez, HRBP - Idec Group

National recognition

This first place in 2025 confirms the Idec Group's positioning as a benchmark player in the realization of complex, sustainable and innovative projects.

The competition awards ceremony was held in the prestigious setting of the Saint-Gobain Tower, in the heart of the La Défense district of Paris. The event brought together the main players in the construction sector who had competed, alongside students from ESTP Paris, the competition organizers and jurors. 

"This award represents a real fierté for the entire Idec Group. It pays tribute to the remarkable work carried out on an exemplary site, driven by committed, passionate teams resolutely focused on innovation, sustainable performance and the transmission of know-how. This distinction fully reflète our vision: to build differently, combining high technical standards, environmental responsibility and a sense of community. It rewards an ambitious approach and inspires our determination to raise construction standards on each and every one of our projects."says Tony Morais, Managing Director of Idec Ingénierie and partner in the Idec Group.

"The Sisley project required a high level of expertise, both in design and execution. I would like to congratulate all our teams for their exemplary commitment and recognized know-how, which were decisive in meeting the many challenges of this exceptional project. The close synergy developed with the Sisley teams was also a key success factor. It's a great fierté to see our work distinguished in this way and to contribute, through our high standards and passion for our craft, to such emblematic projects."says Cédric De Wavrechin, Managing Director of Idec Santé (ESTP B 1998 alumni).

A new perfume creation tool to help perfumers evoke sensuality 

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Givaudan - ChériScentz

Givaudan, a global specialist in perfumery and beauty, has introduced ChériScentz, a new technology that empowers perfumers to create fragrances that evoke sensuality. This fragrance design tool complements Givaudan's existing range of technological innovations, including MoodScentz+, VivaScentz and DreamScentz. 

"Givaudan's Health and Wellness Center of Excellence played a crucial role in the development of this patent-pending algorithm. This innovative tool, designed in Brazil, leverages advanced research derived from global consumer studies and is evaluated using G-Evocations, a specialized method that assesses the sensuality of fragrances through visual stimuli. This approach guarantees high discrimination, quality results and relevance to consumers in diverse markets", says Jeremy Compton, Director of Fragrance Science & Technology.

As consumer preferences evolve, so does the demand for scents that reflect authenticity, inclusivity and emotional connection. ChériScentz responds to these needs by enabling perfumers to create scents that are not only appealing, but also resonate with the multifaceted nature of modern sensuality. This includes extending fragrance offerings beyond fine perfumery to other categories of bath, body, laundry and home products.

Photo taken from the Givaudan website.

Albéa Cosmetics & Fragrance is shaping the future of responsible packaging.

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site-industries-cosmetiques Four bottles of Pure Drop nail polish in different colors stand out against a cloudy blue sky, dotted with water droplets and streaks. The image underlines the brand's commitment to responsible cosmetics packaging.

To reduce its environmental impact, Albéa Cosmetics & Fragrance is reinforcing the use of safe, recyclable materials by expanding its range of single-material solutions. One of the latest innovations is Pure Drop, an elegant 30ml dropper made from 100% PP.

Pure Drop, Albéa's latest dropper innovation, has been designed with a reduced number of parts: the collar, the spring and the pipette, compared to the standard 4 to 5 parts.

Made entirely of polypropylene (PP), Pure Drop eliminates the complexity of mixed materials and improves recyclability through existing recycling channels.
Designed and manufactured in France, in Albéa Plouhinec (Brittany), Pure Drop is the perfect responsible dropper with a beautiful push button for an elegant design.

To satisfy all markets, the dropper head can be matched with a glass bottle for a premium look. Pure Drop can contain makeup or skincare formulas, such as liquid highlighter or blush, sunscreen, and tinted drops.

Although designed for recycling, Pure Drop doesn't sacrifice aesthetics, setting a new standard for responsible packaging. Pure Drop embodies Albéa's commitment to minimalism, elegance and the environment, making it a game changer in the world of packaging.

Discover more about Pure Drop

site-industries-cosmetiques Two bottles of Pure Drop nail polish, one with a pink label and the other with a purple label, are surrounded by white carnations against a blue sky with clouds, highlighting elegant cosmetics packaging.

Special Edition By Luxe Pack 2025, a new venue for an ambitious show

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Special Edition by Luxe Pack

Special Edition By Luxe Pack 2025, the trade show dedicated to sustainable premium packaging, will be held this year on July 1 and 2, 2025, at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris. A prestigious new venue.

The event is expected to attract over 100 exhibitors and 2,500 visitors, including key players in the perfumery-cosmetics, wines & spirits, delicatessen, fashion and leather goods industries.

A new section dedicated to circular economy service providers

For this edition, the show will be open to specialists in the circular economy - eco-design agencies, training consultancies, experts in supply chain traceability and transparency, certification bodies and labels, refill solution providers, wash solution specialists, etc. - in order to offer a complete range of products and services. - in order to "To become the benchmark for luxury brands that place sustainability at the heart of their packaging strategy.

"Our visitors, whether novices or already engaged in eco-design approaches, are looking for concrete, innovative solutions. By broadening our offer to include circular economy service providers, we are responding to a growing demand for global support".explains Fabienne Germond, show manager.

A stronger international presence

With 54 % international exhibitors (Italy, Germany, Spain, Belgium, Poland, United States, Estonia, etc.), the 2025 edition promises to be highly international, with a common goal for exhibitors from all over the world: to put innovation at the service of sustainability.

An exhibition area dedicated to the Green Award

Launched with the first edition, the Green Award - offered in partnership with Infinity Global - rewards each year the packaging solution most acclaimed by visitors. In 2024, Carbios won the award.

"This year, an exhibition area will bring together all the products that each exhibitor has chosen to enter for the Green Award. Visitors will be able to vote directly in this area. The winner will be announced at the official ceremony on Tuesday, July 1 at 5pm.says Fabienne Germond.

50 speakers, 35 conferences and workshops

More than 50 speakers will take part in conferences, workshops and feedback sessions, offering in-depth, practical insights into eco-design.

Photo: © Laetitia d'Aboville

An oval tube bottle for Afrodita Professional sun protection

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Afrodita Professional - Quadpack

Afrodita Professional is behind Shake Fluid SPF 50 sun protection. Its oil-free, ultra-light formula comes in chic, portable packaging, developed by packaging manufacturer and supplier Quadpack. 

The Oval Tottle is ergonomically shaped to fit the palm of the hand. Its design, decorated to match Afrodita's professional image, is elegant. What's more, it can be slipped into a bag between uses. 

Its three-layer design includes an EVOH (ethylene vinyl alcohol) barrier layer to protect it from the outside. Made from recyclable plastics (polyethylene and polypropylene), it is in line with the Afrodita brand's commitment to sustainability; all products developed by the brand are animal cruelty-free and most are vegan.

As the name suggests, the product should be shaken before use. It can be applied as the last step in a morning skincare routine, and also makes an excellent base for make-up. "Whatever their use, suncare formulas are most effective when applied regularly. With the Oval Tottle model, Afrodita's Multiactive Shake Fluid SPF 50 becomes an ideal daily travel companion."says Quadpack.

Rissmann unveils its Pure collection, which combines an elegant case with an integrated interior shim.

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RISSMANN - Pure Boxen

Made from a single continuous piece of high-quality paperboard and paper, the Pure collection designed by Rissmann, a specialist in exceptional paper packaging, offers two distinct edge-finishing options: precise die-cutting or meticulous creasing. 

These options allow you to play between the shades of the board and paper, or create 90° edges with impeccable sharpness, transforming them into a distinctive design element.

The two models developed by Rissmann have been ingeniously imagined and designed by the in-house design office. A glueless, interlocking construction technology ensures easy assembly. This innovative design ensures secure product presentation and a stable hold. Discreet side windows offer surprising views of the products, while maintaining optimum protection.

The external decoration of the boxes is obtained by transfer. It is enlivened by dynamic metallic reflections that change according to the impact of the light.

The Pure collection is fully customizable to meet the specific requirements of each brand. Boxes are delivered flat-packed to optimize shipping and storage volumes. Manufacturing options are available in Europe, America and Asia, ensuring global accessibility.

Carbios signs its first biorecycled PET sales contracts with L'Oréal and L'Occitane

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Carbios - Biotherm

Brands are taking a keen interest in recycled and recyclable PET from enzymatic recycling, enabling them to meet both their circularity and packaging quality objectives.

Carbios, a pioneer in the development and industrialization of biological technologies aimed at reinventing the life cycle of plastics and textiles, has announced the signing of its first multi-year sales contracts with L'Oréal and L'Occitane en Provence for biorecycled r-PET from its future commercial plant in Longlaville. The French biotech has thus taken a further step in the execution of its strategy, making concrete its announcement to sign its first contracts in the first half of 2025.

The signing of these first two commercial contracts marks a major step forward for Carbios, confirming the existence of a market for r-PET derived from enzymatic recycling.

"Today, we have a strong momentum to achieve our sales and supply targets, which gives us confidence that we will soon be signing further contracts for our future Longlaville site. Our commitment to the success of our future plant is stronger than ever.explains Vincent Kamel, Carbios General Manager.

"This contract with Carbios underlines our willingness to collaborate with innovative players in PET recycling to create a circular economy. We congratulate Carbios on this step towards industrial scale for their enzymatic recycling solution; it's a key milestone for the packaging industry".says Jacques Playe, L'Oréal's Packaging Development Director.

"The partnership we are establishing with Carbios marks a decisive step for L'Occitane en Provence in our commitment to greater circularity in our packaging. It demonstrates the continuation and acceleration of our commitment to reducing our environmental impact. Today, alongside Carbios, we are giving concrete expression to a shared desire: that of building a high-performance European industry to promote the transition to a circular economy for plastics".says David Bayard, Packaging R&D Director at L'Occitane en Provence.

In March 2025, Biotherm, a L'Oréal brand, announced that it was preparing to market the very first fully biorecycled cosmetic bottle, designed using enzymatic PET recycling technology developed by Carbios.

Photo taken from the Carbios website.

Seppic: new sensory characterization data for its excipients

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Sensory characterization data Seppic

A subsidiary of Air Liquide Healthcare, Seppic creates innovative cosmetic products thanks to its wide range of ingredients.

The company has published comprehensive new sensory characterization data for its ranges of emollients, polymers and emulsifiers. This detailed analysis provides formulators - who are increasingly expressing the need for sensory data to find the most suitable ingredient for their formulations - with an insight into the visual appearance, texture and skin feel of these key ingredients.

More specifically, Seppic has carried out an in-depth mapping of its Emogreen and Emosmart emollient ranges against market benchmarks such as mineral oils, silicones or squalane. This study highlights variations in glide, playtime, viscosity and skin feel. 

Emosmart L15 (Inci: C13-15 Alkane), for example, offers the lightest touch and an evanescent feel, affichanting the same sensory profil as isododecane. In contrast, Emogreen HP 40 (Inci: C15-19 Alkane, Hydrogenated Polyfarnesene) offers extended playtime thanks to its higher viscosity and improved skin adhesion, resulting in a rich, comfortable sensory experience similar to dimethiconol or dimethicone. This sensory mapping provides formulators with all the information they need to replace certain ingredients and better meet consumer expectations.

A comparative sensory analysis of Seppic's polymers was also carried out, describing their visual appearance, consistency, product uptake, playtime and skin feel.

Infin, the characterization of Seppic's emulsifiers reveals their significative influence on the sensoriality of formulas, beyond their primary function. The analysis covers the entire application experience, from first contact with the texture to sensorial effects during and after application, including attributes such as penetration, comfort and skin feel.

Seppic Sensory Emollient
Figure: New sensory characterization data for the emollient range

Paris Packaging Week celebrates young talent with the 3ᵉ edition of the Future Leaders program

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Future Leaders Paris Packaging Week

Paris Packaging Week launches the third edition of Future Leaders, a program highlighting the young generation of professionals who are shaping the future of the global packaging industry.

Since its inception, Future Leaders has become a key platform for rising stars in the beauty, personal care, luxury, beverage and aerosol industries. The program celebrates young talent who innovate, inspire and drive change.

"This program quickly became one of the highlights of Paris Packaging Week, said Christelle Anya, Director of Content and Community at Paris Packaging Week. Every year, we discover incredibly creative and dynamic profiles. This new edition gives them even more visibility and voice."

"It's a unique experience to learn, grow and share your vision of tomorrow's packaging. Even if you don't think you're ready or experienced enough, it's precisely by seizing this kind of opportunity that you really evolve! You'll learn a lot, meet inspiring people and, above all, gain confidence in yourself, explains Romana Guennoud, Future Leader of the Class of 2025 and Packaging Engineer at Huda Beauty, addressing future candidates.

Future Leaders 2026 will benefit from :

  • international recognition as rising stars of packaging innovation;
  • speaking opportunities (podcasts, interviews, appearances on stage at Paris Packaging Week);
  • involvement in building the 2026 conference program;
  • privileged access to key industry events;
  • meetings with global brands, major suppliers and industry opinion leaders.

Open to applications from all over the world, the program is aimed at people aged 30 or under, working in the beauty, beverage, aerosol or luxury packaging sectors. Candidates may be packaging engineers, product managers, brand managers, marketers, buyers, suppliers or start-up founders, for example.

A panel of industry experts will select the winners on the basis of their achievements, potential and vision.

Application deadline: August 22, 2025 (100 % free of charge).

The Future Leaders 2026 will be announced in autumn 2025.

Find out more and apply :
www.parispackagingweek.com/fr/future-leaders

Exsymol Monaco wins yet another EcoVadis Gold Medal for its exemplary CSR approach

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Exsymol Monaco - EcoVadis

Monegasque company Exsymol, specializing in active ingredients for cosmetics, has once again been awarded the EcoVadis Gold Medal, consolidating its position as one of the most committed companies in terms of corporate social responsibility (CSR).

This distinction, awarded by the independent international organization EcoVadis, recognizes a CSR strategy that is coherent, structured and resolutely forward-looking. With an overall score of 81 %, Exsymol outperforms 98 % of the companies assessed in its sector, a remarkable result at a time when CSR requirements are becoming ever more stringent.

Outstanding performance in key areas

The in-depth analysis carried out by EcoVadis highlighted the company's significant advances in several crucial areas:

  • Top 2 % companies in the sector for overall CSR performance
  • Top 1 % in Social and Human Rights
  • Top 3 % in the Environment category
  • Top 1 % in responsible purchasing, a spectacular increase on the previous year (6 % in 2024)

These results testify to Exsymol's long-standing commitment to integrating CSR at the heart of its development model, both in terms of internal practices and relationships with partners and suppliers.

A collective dynamic

Behind these figures lies a collective mobilization: all Exsymol employees, accompanied by CSR manager Noëlle Garcia, have contributed to this success. The company takes concrete action on a daily basis to reduce its environmental impact, strengthen its responsible supply chains and promote well-being and fairness in the workplace.

International recognition for a sustainable ambition

This new Gold evaluation is not an end in itself, but rather an encouragement to continue and amplify our efforts. Exsymol intends not only to maintain its high standards, but also to continue innovating to meet tomorrow's environmental, social and economic challenges.

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