The Voice of the Flexible Packaging Industry
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The Flexible Packaging Association is the leading advocate and voice for the growing U.S. flexible packaging industry. FPA is comprised of manufacturers of flexible packaging and material/equipment suppliers to the flexible packaging industry.
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Less energy. Fewer resources. Smaller footprint.
Flexible packaging requires less water and energy to manufacture and transport, and it generates small quantities of greenhouse gases on its way to market, making it a sustainable packaging solution.
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Convenience. Freshness. Protection.
Growing numbers of consumer product manufacturers are switching to flexible packaging thanks to its dynamic shelf appeal, protective properties and consumer ease of use and storage at home.
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From the Annual Meeting to the Fall Executive Conference, FPA places a high priority on keeping its members informed, up-to-date and connected.
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Industry News
- Flexible Packaging Specialist Clifton Packaging Acquired by Italian Firm Carton Pack
12.04.2024Italy’s Cartonpack Group has taken over Clifton Packaging Group, a UK-based provider of flexible food packaging solutions. The acquisition enhances Cartonpack’s flexible packaging solutions portfolio and strengthens its presence in the UK. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Leicester, Clifton...
Read More - Dow Announces Appointment of Karen S. Carter as Chief Operating Officer
12.03.2024Dow announced that Karen S. Carter, currently president of Dow Packaging & Specialty Plastics, has been appointed to the role of Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately. Carter will be responsible for driving business and operational performance across the organization with...
Read More - Dow Completes $150MM Sale of Flexible Packaging Laminating Adhesives Business
12.02.2024Dow announced the completion of its previously announced sale of the Company's flexible packaging laminating adhesives business, within Dow's Packaging & Specialty Plastics segment, for $150 million to Arkema, a specialty materials leader. The sale, announced May 2, 2024, includes...
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FPA Now - News On the Web
- FPA Submits Comments on California’s SB 54 Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act Regulations
11.04.2024The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) is submitting these comments on the SB 54 Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act Regulations. The proposed regulations incorrectly characterize chemical recycling as hazardous waste management instead of manufacturing, which creates a de...
Read More - FPA Signs Coalition Letter Supporting Circular Action Alliance’s Proposed Guiding Principle of Remaining “Technology Agnostic” in Recognizing Varying Recycling Technologies in Colorado
11.04.2024On behalf of the undersigned organizations, thank you for hosting the topic-based consultation sessions over the past few months and providing the opportunity to offer input into the draft program plan proposal. Specifically, we are writing in support of Circular...
Read More - FPA Names Dan Felton New President & CEO
09.24.2024The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA), the leading advocate and voice for the growing U.S. flexible packaging industry, announces that it has named Dan Felton as its new President and Chief Executive Officer.
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Publications & Reports
- FPA Signs Coalition Letter to CalRecycle on the Proposed Revisions to California's Senate Bill 54 Permanent Regulations
12.07.2024The undersigned entities (the “Coalition”) are appreciative of the opportunity to submit comments regarding California’s Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery’s (“CalRecycle”) proposed revisions to the Senate Bill 54 (“SB 54”) permanent regulations. Together, the Coalition represents virtually all aspects...
Read More - FPA Submits Comments on California’s SB 54 Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act Regulations
12.07.2024The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) is submitting these comments on the SB 54 Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act Regulations. The proposed regulations incorrectly characterize chemical recycling as hazardous waste management instead of manufacturing, which creates a de...
Read More - FPA Signs Coalition Letter Supporting Circular Action Alliance’s Proposed Guiding Principle of Remaining “Technology Agnostic” in Recognizing Varying Recycling Technologies in Colorado
12.07.2024On behalf of the undersigned organizations, thank you for hosting the topic-based consultation sessions over the past few months and providing the opportunity to offer input into the draft program plan proposal. Specifically, we are writing in support of Circular...
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