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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The Sustainable Packaging Solution

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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Innovation at Point-of-Sale

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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Educational and Networking Opportunities

Connecting. Advancing. Leading.

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

  • Cosmo Films Expands US Operations with New Slitter Rewinder

    07.31.2025Cosmo Films Inc. USA, a subsidiary of Cosmo First Limited (Formerly known as Cosmo Films Limited) has announced expansion in North America with the installation of a 120" wide new high-speed Slitter (3000 ft/min). With this new installation, the company...

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  • Packaging M&A: A Look at First-Half 2025 and Beyond

    07.30.2025Hardly a week goes by without Packaging Strategies reporting on a merger or acquisition in the sector. While the completion of Amcor’s combination with Berry in April received a lot of attention—and deservedly so—we have reported on dozens of other...

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  • Koenig & Bauer (US/CA) Enhances Its Senior Management With Proven Leaders

    07.28.2025Koenig & Bauer (US/CA) is entering a new chapter of leadership at its Dallas, TX headquarters. Four well known and highly respected members of the North American graphic arts industry will be leading the company forward with their extensive experience,...

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FPA Now - News On the Web

  • FPA Publishes 2024 Report to the Members

    06.11.2025The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA), the leading advocate and voice for the growing U.S. flexible packaging industry, is pleased to announce that it has published its 2024 Report to the Members. The report provides an overview of the many initiatives...

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  • FPA Updates Annual Flexible Packaging Buyer's Guide

    06.10.2025The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA), the leading advocate and voice for the growing U.S. flexible packaging industry, is pleased to announce that the 2025–2026 Flexible Packaging Buyer’s Guide is now available. The Buyer's Guide provides a detailed listing of FPA...

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  • FPA Submits Comments to CalRecycle on Proposed Changes to Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act (SB 54) Draft Regulations

    06.03.2025The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) is pleased to offer these comments to CalRecycle in response to the most recent draft proposed changes to the Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act (SB 54) draft regulations published by the Agency...

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Publications & Reports

  • FPA Testifies at U.S. House Subcommittee Hearing on Recycling and Economic Development

    08.02.2025Dan Felton, President & CEO of the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA), testified today before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Energy and Commerce (E&C) Subcommittee on Environment during a hearing about recycling innovation and economic growth.

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  • Advanced Recycling Summit to Bring 100+ Industry Professionals to Cleveland

    08.02.2025After the success of the 2024 event in Akron, Smithers is excited to bring Advanced Recycling Summit back to Ohio. The 2025 event will take place in Cleveland, OH from August 26 to August 27. Held at the Westin Cleveland...

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  • FPA Industry Compensation Survey 2025

    08.02.2025Survey conducted every three years to gather flexible packaging industry compensation data.

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