Samantha Jenkins was studying a number of types of fungus in a research project for her company, when one of the fungi made a bid for freedom. "Imagine a jar full of grain with a...

BillerudKorsnäs is in a process with the aim of divesting the paper mill in Beetham, UK. The process is ongoing and no binding agreement to divest the mill has yet been entered into. Since BillerudKorsnäs’...

Cosmo Films has re-launched its BOPP-based Direct Thermal Printable (DTP) top-coated film with a proprietary coating, enabling the formation of an image or impression on the film upon contact with the heated print head of...

At a beach cleanup, volunteers or workers usually focus on picking up pieces of trash like plastic water bottles or food packaging. But the sand is often filled with the tinier scraps of plastic that...

Recently, the Synthetic Paper industry has witnessed an increase in the demand by printers, publishers, label manufacturers & more. And it’s for all the good reasons—sustainability, efficiency & last but most important, cost. Wondering why...

Content Management in WebCenter from Esko is making significant time and cost savings for brands, with one multinational customer reducing its end-to-end labelling lead time from 14 weeks to just 14 days with structured content....

Comexi, a global supplier of solutions for the flexible packaging printing and converting sector, and Plastigraf Trevigiana, an Italian company that specializes in the lamination of paper, plastic, and bioplastic films, have strengthened their relationship...

Every year, 3.5 million metric tons of sodden diapers end up in landfills. The superabsorbent material inside these diapers is made up of a matrix of polymers that expand once dampness hits them. Polymers are...

ProAmpac, a leader in flexible packaging and material science, announced that it has acquired Euroflex, a family-owned business based in Ireland that produces a broad portfolio of flexible printed film, lamination and pouching packaging solutions....

Eastman, Kingsport, Tennessee, has announced that it is collaborating with Padnos and the United States Automotive Materials Partnership LLC (USAMP) on a concept feasibility study to recycle mixed plastic scrap recovered from automotive shredder residue...

Finding new solutions to address the challenges posed by plastic waste can dramatically improve global sustainability practices and help achieve a greener future. While many researchers are working to solve this problem on an international...

Two U.S. scientists have won a 1 million euro ($1.18 million) prize for creating a food generator concept that turns plastics into protein. The 2021 Future Insight Prize went to Ting Lu, a professor of bioengineering at...

Due to the continued sharp rise in energy costs and due to significant cost increases in the areas of logistics and raw materials, Mitsubishi HiTec Paper is increasing the prices for the entire product range...

Toppan, a global leader in communication, security, packaging, décor materials, and electronics solutions has acquired the InterFlex Group (InterFlex), a global flexible packaging converter with bases in the United States and the United Kingdom. Interflex...

Fortis Solutions Group recently invested in two high-speed, 24” flexo label presses from Lombardi Converting Machinery, an Italian manufacturer known for its quality and streamlined innovative technology. In addition to Lombardi’s ability to deliver the...

Trade associations representing some of America’s top industries and employers today praised Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Tom Cotton (R-AR) for reintroducing the Aluminum Pricing Examination (APEX) Act, bipartisan legislation that would bring transparency to...

Signature Action Packaging (“SAP”) is pleased to announce that it has acquired Chromatic Productions, Inc. (“Chromatic”) and appointed John Attayek as CEO. SAP specializes in printing, conversion and supply of rollstock, pouches, and bags used...

Timm will be responsible for delivering operational excellence and growth of Pregis’ blown film and converting operations in the new Anderson, South Carolina facility, as well as the Grand Rapids, Michigan location. The company recently...

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) is pleased to announce that it is again participating in the Partner Program at PACK EXPO Las Vegas and co-located Healthcare Packaging EXPO (Sept. 27-29, 2021; Las Vegas Convention Center),...

Flint Group Packaging Inks, one of the largest ink and coatings suppliers to the global print and packaging industry, has enhanced its solvent-based range of inks and coatings for European customers. The new ONECode...

Digital printing is enjoying strong growth. Whether it is packaging, textile, wide format graphics or other segments, the use of digital printing is expanding. According to Allied Market Research’s report, “Global Digital Ink Market by...

The Association for PRINT Technologies (APTech) and the Foil & Specialty Effects Association (FSEA) are delighted to announce their collaboration on a new in-person event, Amplify, an exhibition and educational program spotlighting the print finishing...

Unilever, together with Mondi, a global leader in packaging and paper, have developed a new high barrier paper-based packaging material for Unilever’s Colman’s dry Meal Maker and Sauces range by reducing plastic, increasing paper content,...

The global economy is recovering strongly from the impacts of the pandemic and demand for Stora Enso's products, except for graphic paper, continues to be very healthy. The annual outlook for 2021 remains unchanged, operational...

Scantrust has entered into a global agreement with ePAC as the technology provider for a new connected packaging and connected goods service under the name ePacConnect. ePacConnect flexible packages are used by consumer packaged goods...

Michelman has hired two new associates to lead EH&S and Regulatory Compliance and Product Stewardship. Michelman remains committed to its Triple Bottom Line of People, Planet, & Profit, and the safety and well-being of our...

For a food item to reach a consumer's fork from the farm, a vast number of steps need to be taken in a complex supply chain. From harvesting and processing to packaging and distributing, the...

ProAmpac, a leader in flexible packaging and material science, announced that it has acquired APC Paper Group (“APC Paper”), a leading producer of recycled paper packaging products for food service and retail markets. Terms of...