Siegwerk, a global leader in printing inks and coatings for packaging applications, announced the signing of a definite agreement for the acquisition of Hi-Tech Inks, a prominent Indian producer of flexographic and gravure printing inks....

Empire State Development announced that Ultrapak, LLC is expanding its Chautauqua County operations, modernizing its long-term facility in the city of Dunkirk. Supported by up to $120,000 in performance-based Excelsior Jobs Program tax credits, the...

BOBST aims to make an impact at Interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf, Germany, from May 7-13, through a coordinated program of partner collaborations, joint presentations, demonstrations and events. Spanning labels, flexible packaging, folding cartons and corrugated...

ACTEGA, a global specialist in inks and coatings, and Living Ink Technologies, a leader in bio-based pigment innovation, have announced the launch of ACTExact® UV Black Algae Ink, the first commercially available UV flexographic ink...

Ship & Shore Environmental (S&SE), a global provider of air pollution control solutions, today reported increased inquiries from manufacturers seeking technologies to support sustainable production as artificial intelligence and advanced industrial systems accelerate global manufacturing...

The EPA’s intent to update the OSWI rule is the latest step in an ongoing debate over how the federal government should categorize pyrolysis under air emissions regulations that currently cover small MSW combustors and...

Throughout its 70 years, Wikoff Color has made a name for itself as a respected leader in the ink industry. From its beginnings in 1956 to today, where Ink World places Wikoff as the 13th...

Integrating flexible packaging into a circular economy is challenging with the current infrastructure, but recovery systems are improving and advanced recycling technologies spark hope. Flexible packaging is increasingly popular with consumers for its convenience and...

Due to increasing costs related to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Flint Group will raise the prices of all its packaging ink and coating products, effective immediately. Doug Aldred, Chief Commercial Officer –...

The U.S. Plastics Pact (USPP) released Reuse in Retail Initiative (RRI) Scoping Phase: What We Learned and Where We are Going Next, outlining the program’s future scope—including the product category, reuse model, and region—and key...

Polymer Packaging, Inc. has announced the retirement of President Dan Wish, effective April 1, along with two executive promotions supporting continued growth across its flexible and bakery packaging operations. Wish retires following a 35-year career...

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA), the leading advocate and voice for the growing U.S. flexible packaging industry, is excited to announce the winners of its 70th Annual Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards Competition. The awards were...

HiFlow Solutions has launched HiFlow Quote, an AI-powered estimating platform designed for folding carton, flexible packaging, corrugated and label converters, offering standalone deployment on existing ERP infrastructure. The system automatically extracts estimating parameters from incoming...

Comexi, a global leader in flexible packaging machinery, arrives at Interpack (Stand 8A F54) with a disruptive message for Brand Owners: sustainability is no longer a cost, but a driver for industrial eiciency. By integrating...

The first order of Nova Chemicals Corp.’s recently commercialized Syndigo rPE-IN3 recycled polyethylene (rPE) has been received and will be transported to extrusion company Sigma Plastics Group, located in Shelbyville, Ky., where the resin will be used...

The GreenBlue team is excited to announce the appointment of Emily Williams as Director of How2Recycle. How2Recycle is North America’s leading recycling and disposal label, with hundreds of member companies using the label across thousands...

Flint Group has been awarded the EcoVadis Gold Medal for 2026, marking its second consecutive year at the Gold level. The company scored 79/100, placing it in the 95th percentile and among the top 4%...

A coalition of farmers, food producers, restaurants, packaging manufacturers and grocers has filed a federal lawsuit challenging California’s Senate Bill 343, calling the law an unconstitutional restriction on free speech that will reduce recycling, confuse...

After the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors secured a preliminary injunction in February, groups representing the paper industry, grocers and other businesses want in. There’s been much speculation that NAW’s action could lead to follow-ons in...

So far this year, the U.S. International Trade Commission has published multiple determinations related to packaging products or materials. These come on top of the commission’s December determination that thermoformed molded fiber products imported from...

There’s a conversation happening in boardrooms and in c-suites right now. It goes something like this: "Did you hear about the EPR lawsuit in Oregon? If they win, we won’t have to do EPR, so...

Neste Corp. says it has successfully commissioned its new upgrading facility for liquefied waste plastic (LWP) at its Porvoo refinery in Finland. This 111 million euros ($127 million) investment marks a milestone in the scaling...

In this exclusive interview, Zoe Heller, director of CalRecycle, explains how California’s SB 54 packaging EPR law and SB 343 labeling rules will shape packaging design, recyclability claims, and compliance for brands selling into the...

CCL Industries Inc., has signed a binding option agreement to acquire Sleever International Company SAS. Sleever is a family-owned pioneer in shrink sleeve technologies, application equipment, and high-end decorating services. The company serves the consumer...

In this Q&A, Sean Smyth, Smithers consultant and analyst with over 25 years of senior experience across the print and packaging supply chain, assesses the current state of play in flexo and gravure printing. Drawing...

ProMach, a worldwide leader in processing and packaging machinery and related solutions, announced that it has acquired Lako Tool & Manufacturing, an international leader in high-quality, durable components for the flexible packaging industry. Lako designs...

Miraclon announces the global launch of the FLEXCEL Prime Plate, its most advanced plate technology to date. Designed to retain the industry-leading characteristics of FLEXCEL NX Plates, FLEXCEL Prime introduces new performance-driven features that help...

Ann O’Hara, President, North America and member of the Global Executive Team, has decided to pursue career opportunities outside of Huhtamaki. Sara Engber, President, Fiber Packaging, has been appointed President, North America, starting immediately. She...