In 2003, Blaige Industry Analytics (BIA) started collecting packaging supply-chain industry intelligence in a variety of substrates (film, foil, fiber) and reporting the trade competitive dynamics and strategic developments. BIA is the industry’s comprehensive packaging resource in terms of investment and strategic activity. Industry consolidation amongst North American packaging converters has been the key trend that is affecting all participants in the flexpack converting supply chain including most of the FPA members, and understanding this trend is critical as it affects their vitality and success. Our 21-year consolidation study over two decades has uncovered significant trends in competitive dynamics and shifts in the packaging converting/supply chain competitive landscape. BIA also publishes special reports on consolidation trends within the segments specific to FPA members such as plastics, packaging, label, and contract manufacturing & packaging.