NOVA Chemicals Corporation, a global leader in the production of polyethylene resins, and Pregis, a leading manufacturer of flexible and protective packaging, are collaborating to deliver high performing sustainable packaging solutions for food applications that...

Winpak Ltd. reports consolidated results in US dollars for the first quarter of 2023, which ended on April 2, 2023. Winpak Ltd. manufactures and distributes high-quality packaging materials and related packaging machines. The Company's...

The Flexible Packaging Association appreciates this opportunity to submit its thoughts and suggestions on the issues and environmental claims on which the Commission solicited comments in its December 2022 Notice initiating the FTC’s review of...

Building on its market-leading portfolio of platemaking equipment, XSYS has announced the introduction of the ThermoFlexX Catena-E 48 unit for LED exposure of flexographic printing plates for the label, folding carton, and flexible packaging markets....

Google is inviting food and beverage companies that offer single-use, plastic-free packaging solutions to apply for its Single-Use Plastics Challenge to reduce the food service industry’s plastic footprint and implement more sustainable solutions at its...

The year 2023 is an incredibly active one for extended producer responsibility (EPR) laws, which are now being implemented in the four states that passed EPR laws for packaging—so far. Over the past two years,...

Innovations like artificial intelligence and chemical recycling could solve challenges with recycling flexible plastic film. Flexible plastic films are growing as fast as the challenge of recycling them, but sustainable solutions are available through emerging...

Michigan State University celebrated the opening of the newly renovated MSU School of Packaging building on April 20, following a fundraising campaign that raised more than $10 million. “This significant expansion of our facilities, enabled...

PepsiCo revealed a new focus on home-compostable packaging at the April 4 official opening of its on-site Greenhouse Learning Center at its Frito-Lay campus in Plano, TX. We knew this day was coming. Last September,...

Indiana is the latest state to pass a law reclassifying chemical recycling as a manufacturing process instead of waste management. Gov. Eric Holcomb signed SB 472 on Thursday, making it the 24th state with such...

Somerset Council has revealed plans to launch a plastic bag and wrapping collection trial starting next month. The small-scale pilot, which is funded nationally, will be available to nearly 3,600 homes across two locations in...

Sustainable packaging minimizes environmental impact across product life cycles. From packaging materials that can be recycled to post consumer recycled packaging made out of reused materials and compostable or paper packaging, there are many ways...

ProAmpac, a leader in flexible packaging and material science, will be showcasing its newest paper-based offering, ProActive Recyclable RP-1000, along with its award-winning BPI certified compostable solution, ProActive Compostable CPM-2000, at the SPC Impact 2023...

Flint Group, a leading supplier of consumables and equipment for the print and packaging industries, has confirmed its commitment to the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi). The SBTi is designed to ensure companies commit to...

A close cooperation agreement between BOBST and tesa, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of tapes and self-adhesive product solutions, has been announced. The two companies are deepening their relationship to offer joint solutions for...

As part of a company-wide commitment to customer service and environmental sustainability, Davis-Standard’s manufacturing facility in Fulton, NY, USA recently attained ISO 14001 certification. This certification validates processes across the board, internally and externally, and...

PepsiCo-owned snacks brand Lay’s opened the first Lay’s RePlay field in the US, in Santa Ana, CA, on April 19. It’s the sixth to open worldwide as part of a program that creates sustainable soccer...

Aquapak Polymers Ltd, which specialises in polymer-based material technologies which deliver both performance and environmental responsibility at scale, has today announced the appointment of Adrian Whyle to its Advisory Board, which comprises business leaders and...

We the undersigned organizations representing industries and workers across Maine respectfully request your opposition of LD 1660 - An Act to Provide That Advanced Recycling Facilities Are Subject to Solid Waste Regulation and That Advanced...

JBM Packaging, a manufacturer of eco-friendly, flexible packaging solutions, proudly announced that it is now B Corp Certified. The certification brings together a global community of businesses working together to lead a global movement for...

Cortec® EcoSol® is a heat sealable PVOH (polyvinyl alcohol) film that can be made into water soluble pouches or bags for a variety of products and purposes. When placed in water at room temperature, it...

Glenroy® Inc., a leading converter and printer of sustainable flexible packaging, has received six (6) awards from the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) including the Highest Achievement Award and two Gold Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards for...

Here’s something upon which, hopefully, we can all agree: No packaging of any kind anywhere on Earth belongs in landfills, roadsides or waterways. It must be recovered, recycled, and reused. Here’s something else upon which,...

Mars Wrigley Australia has announced additional investment at its Ballarat factory as its world-first sustainable packaging hits shelves nationwide, building on more than $67 million invested since 2021. In a world first for the company,...

Sun Chemical released its thirteenth sustainability report, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to sustainability and social responsibility in all aspects of its business. As part of Sun Chemical’s ongoing process to achieve its targets to reduce...

Does the way we eat affect the environment? Scientists say yes. Diets high in animal protein and certain crops can increase water usage, contribute to soil depletion, and release methane and other fossil fuel emissions...

ProAmpac, a leader in flexible packaging and material science, joined with Scotts Miracle-Gro®, Metropolitan Tea and Purition to celebrate receiving five 2023 Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards. On March 29th, during the 72nd Anniversary of the...

Global flexible packaging and lidding films supplier KM Packaging is pleased to announce three new appointments to its growing team. Andrzej Kukula has joined as Technical & NPD Manager, Gavin Fuller as Technical Business Development...