As Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws take hold across the U.S., Meadow and Stephen Gould Corporation partner to deliver scalable, circular packaging solutions for brands.
Stockholm-based packaging tech company, Meadow, is announcing a new partnership with global dispenser supplier Stephen Gould Corporation. With 80 years of experience helping brands bring packaging to market, Stephen Gould Corporation will license Meadow’s MEADOW KAPSUL™ technology and handle dispenser production for brands worldwide, strengthening Meadow’s end-to-end supply chain from can-making and co-packing to dispenser manufacturing.
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This partnership comes as Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws are accelerating the shift toward sustainable packaging across America. States including California, Colorado, Maine, Oregon and Minnesota have adopted or are implementing EPR frameworks that make producers responsible for the environmental impact of their packaging. This rising regulatory momentum is driving increased demand for recyclable, circular packaging solutions - with the MEADOW KAPSUL™ packaging system offering a scalable and cost-effective solution.
Stephen Gould Corporation will serve as a global supplier of dispensers featuring MEADOW KAPSUL™ technology, offering both cost-effective standard options and custom-branded solutions. By integrating dispenser production into Meadow’s partner network, the collaboration will help brands adopt the innovative MEADOW KAPSUL™ efficiently, while delivering versatile packaging solutions across multiple materials, shapes, colours and branding formats. Leveraging Stephen Gould Corporation’s design expertise, the partnership will help brands bring their design factor to the MEADOW KAPSUL™ - ensuring aesthetic impact alongside sustainability. This collaboration positions Meadow to scale its pioneering MEADOW KAPSUL™ technology faster, unlocking new growth opportunities for global consumer brands and partners alike
Stephen Gould Corporation’s strong local presence in the U.S., alongside its international operations, will help drive the adoption of MEADOW KAPSUL™ technology in key markets. As a full-service packaging partner, Stephen Gould Corporation will manage projects across the supply chain, whether that be sourcing cans to coordinating co-packing and logistics, facilitating seamless technology integration for brands.
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Meadow CEO & Co-Founder Victor Ljungberg comments: “Partnering with Stephen Gould Corporation propels Meadow’s MEADOW KAPSUL™ technology into the US market at a crucial time for American companies. As we have seen in Europe, Extended Producer Responsibility schemes are driving a shift towards sustainable packaging formats - US brands that adopt early will have the edge when EPR legislation becomes widespread and enforced.
Stephen Gould Corporation is an industry leader, bringing deep industry knowledge and global operational reach; this partnership strengthens Meadow's ability to deliver circular packaging solutions at speed and scale, reinforcing our shared commitment to driving sustainable packaging innovation worldwide.”
Stephen Gould, Senior Director, Challinor, comments: “Stephen Gould is honoured and fortunate to be selected as Licensee of Global Dispenser Production and distribution of the MEADOW KAPSUL™ system. We’ve already seen significant interest across multiple categories, including body care, home care, and hospitality for hotels. The possibilities and global applications of this system are truly extensive. We look forward to partnering closely with Meadow and bringing this innovation to markets around the world. ”
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