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Domino Printing Sciences (Domino), a global expert in advanced variable data printing solutions, is proud to announce that it has been awarded the EcoVadis Silver Medal for its sustainability performance, for the second consecutive year....
As climate mandates tighten, energy costs rise, and regulators escalate enforcement worldwide, Ship & Shore Environmental, Inc. (S&SE) is demonstrating global leadership built over 25 years of execution. Operating across the United States, Canada, Europe,...
Through innovative value chain collaboration between Windmöller & Hölscher, B&B, Henkel and ExxonMobil Signature Polymers, a thoughtfully designed mono-material PE pouch was created. Combining W&H leading MDO technology with ExxonMobil Signature Polymers resins enables customers...
Tekni-Plex will permanently close its Milwaukee, WI, facility effective April 30, 2026, the company said in a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) sent to the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development on Jan. 23. All...
FlexPak Services, a leader in laser-enabled flexible packaging solutions, has announced the launch of PrimeTear™, a patent-pending laser scoring optimization process designed to deliver clean, reliable easy-open functionality on recyclable polyethylene (PE) and MDO-PE flexible...
The Tyvek® Sustainable Healthcare Packaging Awards are open to any medical device, pharmaceutical, and sterile packaging manufacturer; healthcare facility; materials recovery facility; university; or other healthcare partner focused on sustainable packaging made with Tyvek®. Entries...
Imaflex Inc. announced that it has filed and has completed the mailing of the management proxy circular and related materials in connection with its special meeting of shareholders of the Corporation to be held in...
Comexi, a global leader in flexible packaging printing and conversion solutions, announces a decisive step in its international expansion and technological specialization strategy. In addition to presenting its new regional leadership for the U.S. and...
The American Institute for Packaging and the Environment (Ameripen), a policy and advocacy organization representing the packaging value chain, recently launched its “Power of Packaging” website. Designed as an educational platform, the new website aims...
Constantia Flexibles has received two WorldStar Awards for its aluminum lidding solution ComforLid in the categories “Packaging Materials and Components” and “Non-Alcoholic Beverages.” The awards, presented by the World Packaging Organisation, recognize packaging concepts that...
The US Plastics Pact (USPP) has announced a leadership transition, with Jonathan Quinn stepping down as president and CEO. The Board of Directors, in a statement, expressed its gratitude to Quinn for his leadership and...
The Comexi Offset CI Evolution made its commercial launch in 2015, where it impacted industrial packaging. By 2025, the platform reached a significant milestone of 30 units sold worldwide, which was a testament to its...
The Australian and New Zealand businesses of Pro-Pac Packaging (PPG) has been sold to Consolidated Packaging Australia, a subsidiary of Knoxcorp, the privately owned Australian investment company headed by Jim Knox. Administrator McGrath Nichol confirmed...
Smyth Companies, a leading full–service provider of high–quality prime label and custom flexible packaging solutions backed by leading private equity firm Crestview Partners, announced the appointment of Steve Wirrig as Chief Executive Officer. In his...
As the packaging industry faces ongoing reductions in third‑party engraving capacity, brand owners are navigating increased constraints in rotogravure cylinder availability. In anticipation of these marketplace challenges, American Packaging Corporation (APC) invested in world‑class gravure...
Borealis AG will invest €49 million (about $53 million) to expand production of advanced polypropylene grades at its manufacturing site in Burghausen, Germany, as demand grows for higher‑performance and more recyclable plastic materials. The investment...
The first global report from the Food Pact Network, published late last year, shows substantial reductions in food waste and associated greenhouse gas emissions. Australia, Brazil, Indonesia, Mexico, the Netherlands, New Zealand, South Africa, the...
California-based Emerald Packaging has joined the US Flexible Film Initiative, as the first associate member to represent manufacturers of flexible packaging. The non-profit industry group includes such brands as Mars, PepsiCo, Nestlé, General Mills, Mondelēz...
Consumer packaging has long been a minefield of greenwashed sustainability claims plagued by recycling pitfalls that vary from state to state. A new bill introduced by Congressman Randy Weber (TX-14) is poised to harmonize the...
Butterfly Equity, a Los Angeles-based private equity firm specializing in the food and beverage sector, announced the completion of its acquisition of ePac Holdings from its investor consortium, including Amcor and Indevco North America. ePac...
Polykar is pleased to announce that FARMOR Architecture, the team behind the design of the current Edmonton facility, will once again lead the architectural vision for the next phase of expansion. Complementing this work, Dawson...
NextGen Label Group has appointed Tom Sargent as chairman of the board of directors, effective February 11, 2026, following a planned succession process at the North Syracuse, New York-based employee-owned company. Sargent previously served as...
Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, announces that nine of its innovative packaging solutions have received WorldStar Packaging Awards 2026. Organised annually by the World Packaging Organisation (WPO), the awards celebrate outstanding...
Amcor has commissioned Greenback Recycling Technologies’ Enval advanced recycling module at the packaging company’s site in Heanor, Derbyshire, UK. The installation marks the first time Greenback’s recycling technology has been used by a large packaging...
The U.S. Plastics Pact (USPP) has released its 2024-25 Impact Report, detailing continued progress toward a more circular plastics system in the United States while underscoring the sustained commitment and collaboration required to deliver impact...
Davis-Standard, a global leader in extrusion and converting technology, announced a significant strategic integration of its Canadian specialty brands. Effective January 1, 2026, Deacro Industries Ltd., Brampton Engineering Inc., and Gamma Machinery have been amalgamated...
Winpak Ltd., a leading provider of innovative packaging solutions, is proud to announce it has achieved an A- score from the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) for the fourth consecutive year. CDP is a globally recognized...
The undersigned organizations, representing virtually every sector of the New Mexico economy, are writing to express our serious concerns with the draft approach the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) proposes to take with the implementation...