The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is the primary federal authority for ensuring worker safety across U.S. industries, including printing. Over the past decade, OSHA’s priorities have been shaped by a series of political...

Aveda, the purpose-driven pioneer of plant-powered, high-performance hair, skin and body care, has announced a partnership with sustainability-driven packaging leader AeroFlexx to introduce a new refill packaging innovation that redefines what’s possible in beauty. Aveda...

For print service providers (PSPs), shifting markets and changing expectations while still getting product out the back door on time is a huge focus, and can be a challenge. The reality is that print and...

Clariant has achieved a regulatory milestone with the EU Commission approval based on the EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) positive safety assessment for its renewable rice bran wax additives in food-contact plastics. This authorization, published...

Transcontinental Inc. announces that, in connection with the proposed acquisition by ProAmpac Holdings Inc. of all of the issued and outstanding shares of the share capital of the entities which carry on the business of...

Ampacet SLIP SCAVENGER 1540 has been selected as a finalist for Product Technology Innovation of the Year in Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2026. This next generation slip control masterbatch is engineered specifically for flexible packaging...

The National Association of Wholesaler Distributors (NAW) has secured a preliminary injunction blocking enforcement of Oregon’s EPR law after arguing that it imposes burdensome fees and taxes on distributors. NAW is a trade association that...

Ship & Shore Environmental, Inc. (S&SE), a leader in industrial air pollution control solutions, has launched its engineered Dust Collector Systems designed to capture dust, fumes, and fine particulates directly at the source. The global...

Toyo Ink Europe N.V., the European-based energy-curing inks division of Japan’s artience Group, has rolled out a complete lineup of ultraviolet (UV) curable inks that meet strict migration limits as mandated under the German Printing...

Flexible packaging has become one of the most widely used forms of packaging in the United States, touching everything from grocery store shelves to hospital operating rooms. Yet as the industry grows, so do the...

NOVA Chemicals Corporation announced the commercialization of SYNDIGOTM rPE-IN3 and SYNDIGO rPE-IN4 recycled polyethylene (rPE) grades for general purpose, non-food-grade applications throughout North America. The two rPE grades are the latest addition to the SYNDIGO...

JODL Verpackungen GmbH, based in Lenzing, Austria, has acquired machinery from Flexiprime GmbH in Rinteln, Germany, increasing its production volume for flexible packaging used in the food, pet food and dietary supplement industries. The new...

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) appreciates the opportunity to submit testimony in opposition to House Bill 796 that proposes to prohibit facilities in Maryland designed to convert plastic to fuel or feedstock through certain chemical...

We are writing to ask you to oppose Maryland House Bill 796, which would ban use of advanced recycling in the state. Advanced recycling is a critical set of technologies that help eliminate plastic waste...

Flint Group, a leading supplier of inks, coatings and service solutions for the global packaging and print industry, has achieved overall B grades in CDP’s Climate Change and Water Security Assessments, with A and A-...

Flex Packaging AL has completed the acquisition of a 100% stake in Plastar Pak and Rovex, two companies specialising in flexible food packaging and real estate management, respectively. Flex Packaging, a prominent producer of flexible...

Cleanroom Film and Bags (CFB) has expanded operations with a new high-speed cleanroom bag production line to support increasing demand from medical, life sciences and advanced manufacturing customers. CFB’s new bags-on-rolls converting line incorporates advanced...

The undersigned organizations are writing in opposition to SB 686, legislation that would phase out products containing intentionally added per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in Maryland. As written, SB 686 represents one of the broadest...

Michelman revealed it will introduce Dscoop Edge attendees to the newest primer under development in the DigiPrime® Vision series, DigiPrime® Vision 9200. Designed for the inline priming units of HP Indigo Digital Presses, this new...

Mondi, a global leader in the production of sustainable packaging and paper, announces its results for the 12 months to 31 December 2025. Andrew King, Mondi Group Chief Executive Officer, commented: “Our industry continues to...

Imaflex Inc. is pleased to announce that its shareholders have approved the previously announced plan of arrangement under Section 192 of the Canada Business Corporations Act involving Soteria Flexibles AcquireCo Ltd., an affiliate of Soteria...

ePac Flexible Packaging, the industry leader in custom digital flexible packaging, announced a significant expansion of its North American manufacturing network. The company is opening a brand-new production facility in Phoenix, Arizona, while simultaneously scaling...

As consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands navigate 2026, success will be defined less by volume and more by clarity, speed, and adaptability. From curated brand portfolios and Artificial Intelligence (AI) enhancements to speed-to-market to visual...

Prymat, the Polish dried seasoning manufacturer, partnered with Mondi to transition from complex multilayer packaging to a recyclable, ultra-high-barrier paper solution - achieving premium product protection while delivering a significantly lower CO₂ impact compared with...

The Alliance to End Plastic Waste's report on "The Challenges and Solutions for Flexible Plastic Packaging Waste" offers actionable insights on how to solve the flexible plastic waste challenge in Europe and North America. The...

The packaging industry has taken action on machine learning and gen AI. In commercial excellence, targeted use of gen AI could enhance pipeline confidence, improve conversion, and sustain growth. This is the first article in...

Flint Group, a global leader in inks, coatings, and service solutions for the packaging industry, has expanded its UV LED dual-curing flexo ink range with EkoCure® XS white inks that deliver flawless results on even...

A packaging manufacturing company is getting ready to close two facilities in Gardner and lay off 91 people. Garlock Flexibles will close its two locations at 164 Fredette St. and 77 Industrial Way between April...