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When Anoosheh Oskouian and John Von Bargen acquired a modest thermal-oxidizer service company in 2000 and renamed it Ship & Shore Environmental, they had an ambitious vision: combine deep engineering expertise with customer-focused execution to...
The Technical Association of the Graphic Arts (TAGA) has opened its call for TAGA Research Frontiers or TAGA Technology in Action papers. Selected authors will present their papers at the TAGA NextGen conference from March...
Tomypak Holdings Bhd has appointed Ignatius Ong Ming Choy as its new managing director, effective Sept 17, 2025. In a filing with Bursa Malaysia, the flexible packaging manufacturer said Ong, 50, holds a Bachelor of...
On September 8, the Evry Commercial Court approved the takeover of Smag Graphique by the French holding company X&llence. The manufacturer of printing and finishing equipment for labels and flexible packaging will thus continue to...
SupplyOne, Inc., a leading distributor of custom corrugated and value-added packaging solutions in North America, announced today that it has acquired the business of Vital Pack, a California-based packaging distributor with in-house label printing capabilities...
During the last years, Walki Westpak has experienced rapid growth, driven by growing customer demand for high-quality, sustainable flexible packaging solutions for food products such as sausages, cheese, chocolate, and fish. To maintain the exceptional...
Charter Next Generation, a leading provider of sustainable material science solutions, has announced a strategic collaboration with NOVA Chemicals for high-quality recycled polyethylene (rPE) for advanced flexible packaging applications. The relationship advances CNG’s commitment to...
The Board of Directors for Pixelle Specialty Solutions announced the appointment of Julie Schertell as CEO of Pixelle. Ms. Schertell succeeds Ross Bushnell, who has stepped down as CEO to pursue new opportunities. Schertell is...
LemuGroup continues its global expansion with the integration of Converting Equipment International (CEI), a US company located in Montana, next to Glacier National Park. This move strengthens the group's presence in the North American market,...
Packaging machinery supplier Autopack has acquired Nottingham-based Autopak Machinery to expand its capabilities in the flexible packaging market. The deal, which follows the retirement of Autopak Machinery founder Aubrey Davies, will see the bag filling...
Finishing equipment manufacturer AB Graphic International (ABG), has launched a new division, ABG Flex Pack. The move marks a strategic step forward for the company, expanding its expertise in lamination and finishing into this high-growth...
Transcontinental Inc. announces its results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025, which ended July 27, 2025. "For the third consecutive quarter, we significantly improved our adjusted net earnings per share, which continues to demonstrate the...
Shell Polymers and Charter Next Generation (CNG), a leading North American producer of specialty films and material science solutions, have entered a commercial agreement through which Shell Polymers delivers ISCC PLUS certified circular polyethylene for...
LyondellBasell, a global leader in the chemical industry, is redefining customer-centric innovation at its Cincinnati Technology Center (CTC) a 260,000-square-foot campus dedicated to research, product development and breakthrough polymer applications. Situated just outside of Cincinnati,...
TedPack, a Chinese flexible packaging manufacturer, acquired the packaging operations of Fairview International and established its first US subsidiary to better serve American customers across all 50 states from its new headquarters in Port Washington,...
The Commitment of the Sterilization Packaging Manufacturers Council (SPMC®) to packaging education extends beyond the free guidance and learning tools it creates and offers. The organization also champions other educational opportunities created by the industry...
Borealis is pleased to announce the expansion of its strategic distribution partnership with Tegral Materials, further reinforcing its commitment to delivering high-performance polyolefin packaging solutions across Europe. Following the successful collaboration announced earlier this year...
Adam James, Co-Managing Director of CS Labels (part of Asteria), will take on the new role starting at Label Expo in Barcelona. Peter Jolly, CIO at Duplo International and a Company Director of BGM commented:...
Amcor, a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, has completed significant upgrades to its recycling facility in Heanor, UK — a key milestone in its strategy to expand high-performance recycling infrastructure in...
ProAmpac, a global player in flexible packaging and material science, and PAC Worldwide, an innovative flexible packaging solutions provider, announced the signing of a definitive agreement under which ProAmpac will acquire PAC Worldwide. Terms of...
Wikoff Color announces the appointment of Brandon Devis as VP, adjacent markets & commercial services, effective immediately. In this role, Devis will have responsibility for building upon the success of Wikoff’s offerings in the label,...
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) has approved the acquisition of certain assets of Merit Packaging Limited by Kompass Pakistan (Private) Limited. The transaction entails the transfer of a business segment of Merit Packaging Limited,...
Canada-based polyethylene (PE) maker Nova Chemicals Corp. has named company veteran Sarah Marshall as interim senior vice president, PE sales and marketing. “Under her new role, Sarah will be responsible for leading Nova’s PE marketing,...
Canpac Trends, one of India’s leading packaging products, has acquired Shriram Veritech Solutions. Veritech is a Delhi NCR-based company specializing in value-added labels and other packaging products. This acquisition is part of Canpac’s ongoing roll-up...
Amcor, a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, announced that it is expanding its healthcare packaging network to include a new warehouse and distribution facility in Costa Rica. Strategically located in San...
2025 marks a major milestone for Winpak, a North American leader in high-performance packaging solutions, as the company celebrates 50 years of packaging innovation. Founded in 1975 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, by the Wihuri Oy company...
Mark Andy has announced organizational changes designed to align resources with current market conditions while enhancing the company’s ability to serve customers across the Americas. “Our goal is to ensure that Mark Andy remains agile...
Amcor CEO Peter Konieczny said, "This quarter marks a significant milestone for Amcor. The acquisition of Berry Global transforms our ability to create significant value for our customers and shareholders. This is clearly reflected in...