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FPA Signs Coalition Letter Opposing Massachusetts’ SB 570/HB 882
07.13.2023

We the undersigned organizations representing industries and workers across Massachusetts respectfully request your opposition of SB 570/HB 882 – An Act To Reduce Plastics. As currently written the bill includes several broad definitions that would...

FPA Signs Coalition Letter Opposing Massachusetts’ HB 768
07.13.2023

We the undersigned organizations representing industries and workers across Massachusetts respectfully request your opposition of HB 768 – Plastic Bottle Recycling. As currently written, the bill excludes advanced recycling from the definition of recycling.

FPA Signs Coalition Letter Sent to Nevada’s Governor Lombardo Requesting a Gubernatorial Veto of NV SB 76
07.13.2023

On behalf of the undersigned organizations representing the manufacturers of thousands of consumer products and the various retailers who sell those products to consumers all across our state, we want to thank you for your...

FPA Signs Coalition Letter Highlighting Concerns on California’s SB 665
07.13.2023

The following organizations, representing a diverse set of California business interests, are writing to express our concerns with SB 665 as drafted. SB 665 calls for the formation of a single-use plastics alternative working group...

FPA Submits Testimony in Opposition to Massachusetts’ H779, S471, and S572
07.13.2023

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) is submitting testimony in opposition to House Bill 779, Senate Bill 471, and Senate Bill 572 (herein referred to as MA EPR Bills), which all purport to establish extended producer...

FPA Submits Comments for the U.S. EPA’s Request for Public Comment on Its Recycling Infrastructure and Market Opportunities Map
07.13.2023

The Flexible Packaging Association appreciates this opportunity to submit its thoughts and suggestions in response to the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Request for Public Comment on its Recycling Infrastructure and Market Opportunities Map (EPA-HQ-OLEM-2022-0933) (The...

FPA Signs Coalition Letter Opposing Massachusetts’ HB 3676 – An Act To Update The Bottle Bill
07.13.2023

We the undersigned organizations representing industries and workers across Massachusetts respectfully request your opposition of HB 3676. As currently written, the bill bans advanced recycling, certain chemicals in beverage containers and bans the use of...

FPA Signs Coalition Letter Opposing Massachusetts’ HB 3701 Relating to An Act Relative To Chemical Recycling
07.13.2023

We the undersigned organizations representing industries and workers across Massachusetts respectfully request your opposition of HB 3701 – An Act Relative To Chemical Recycling. As currently written, the bill would prohibit the building, construction, or...

FPA/PMMI Publishes Best Practice: Transitioning Flexible Materials Report
07.06.2023

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA), the leading advocate and voice for the growing U.S. flexible packaging industry, is pleased to announce that its newest report, the FPA/PMMI Best Practice: Transitioning Flexible Materials Report, is now...

FPA Cost Earning Survey Form (2022 data)
07.05.2023

FPA/PMMI Best Practice: Transitioning Flexible Materials Report
07.05.2023

To help identify the key challenges experienced by CPGs when transitioning between different flexible materials, the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) partnered with PMMI Media Group Custom Research to develop best practices to address these challenges....

Polykar Earns Highest BRCGS Audit Score
06.24.2023

Polykar, an innovative, world-class manufacturer of sustainable packaging solutions, is excited to announce that the company has successfully retained its prestigious Brand Reputation through Compliance Global Standard (BRCGS) accreditation for packaging materials Issue 6. Polykar...

FPA Publishes 2023–2024 Flexible Packaging Buyer’s Guide
06.14.2023

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA), the leading advocate and voice for the growing U.S. flexible packaging industry, is pleased to announce that the 2023–2024 Flexible Packaging Buyer’s Guide is now available. The Buyer’s Guide provides...

Save the Date for the Upcoming Printing-Packaging-Converting Showcase
06.13.2023

On September 28, learn about the businesses that set the region apart for its manufacturing strengths. From printers to paper, plastics, and roll goods converters, this Showcase event expands in its second year. Hosted by...

FPA Signs Coalition Letter Opposing NJ S. 3177/A. 4758, a Bill That Establishes Requirements, Prohibitions, and Programs for Regulation of Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)
06.06.2023

We are writing to respectfully oppose S. 3177/ A. 4758 related to PFAS reporting requirements, restrictions, and product bans. As written, within one year of the bill’s effective date, the bill would require manufacturers to...

FPA Responds to ABC News’ “Trashed: The Secret Life of Plastic Recycling” Investigation
06.06.2023

ABC News’ recent “Trashed: The Secret Life of Plastic Recycling” investigation isn’t about plastic bags or even plastic packaging, it is about the current U.S. recycling system. Put trackers in any recyclable item today and...

FPA Signs Coalition Letter to Members of the New York State Legislature Regarding Essential Elements of a Workable, Effective EPR Program
06.02.2023

The undersigned businesses and associations support the adoption of a workable, cost-effective expanded producer responsibility program for post-consumer packaging materials. We believe it is essential that any program: be guided by the findings of an...

FPA Announces that Kasie Fairbarn Has Been Elected ELC Co-Chair
06.02.2023

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA), the leading advocate and voice for the growing U.S. flexible packaging industry, is pleased to announce that Kasie Fairbarn, Product Sales Manager – Extrusion Systems for Windmoeller & Hoelscher Corporation,...

Morchem Appoints New President for the U.S.
05.30.2023

Morchem is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Reed in the newly created position of President of Morchem, Inc. Michael will lead the operations of Morchem in the U.S. with the aim to...

Digital Print for Packaging US 2023 Agenda Announced, to Feature Molson Coors, P&G, Georgia Pacific, EFI, Fujifilm, HH Global, Michelman, ePac, and More
05.23.2023

Smithers, a leading provider of testing, consulting, information, and compliance services, has announced the Digital Print for Packaging US 2023 agenda. This event, which has brought together brand owners, converters, suppliers, and packaging designers to...

FPA Files Case Brief for the DOC’s Aluminum Foil from the People’s Republic of China: Anti-Circumvention Inquiry With Respect to the Republic of Thailand and Korea
05.11.2023

On behalf of the Flexible Packaging Association’s Coalition for Aluminum Foil Security and its individual members, including Amcor Flexibles North America, Berry Global, Catty Corporation, Fres-co System USA, Inc., Novolex, ProAmpac, ProAmpac Holdings, Inc., Ampac...

FPA Signs Coalition Letter Opposing Maine’s LD 1660
05.11.2023

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...

FPA Announces 2023 Board of Directors
05.11.2023

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA), the leading advocate and voice for the growing U.S. flexible packaging industry, is pleased to announce the election of its 2023 Board of Directors. William Jackson, Ph.D., Chief Technology...

FPA Signs Coalition Letter to Express Concerns With California's SB 665 as Drafted
05.09.2023

The following organizations, representing a diverse set of California business interests, are writing to express our concerns with SB 665 as drafted. SB 665 calls for the formation of a single-use plastics alternative working group...

FPA Signs Coalition Letter in Opposition to California’s AB 1290
05.09.2023

The undersigned organizations, representing a cross section of manufacturers, consumer product companies, agriculture, food producers, restaurants, and others are in opposition to AB 1290. The enactment of SB 54 (Stats. 2022), along with SB 343...

FPA Signs CA AB 1290 Assembly Floor Alert
05.09.2023

Food producers, agricultural entities, restaurants, manufacturers of household products, electronics, toys, and other leading California employers all ask you to vote NO on AB 1290. AB 1290 is another packaging ban less than a year...

Verdafresh MDO-PE Film Qualified by HP as a Recyclable Barrier Substrate for Digital Print
04.28.2023

HP and Verdafresh have teamed up to qualify that recyclable MDO-PE film coated with Verdafresh’s high barrier coating is fit for use on HP Indigo’s Digital Press. Last year, Verdafresh was recognized by the APR...

FPA Submits Comments for the FTC’s Request for Public Comment on the Impact of the Green Guides
04.26.2023

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...

Aquapak Appoints New Advisory Board Member to Support Firm's New Phase of Development
04.20.2023

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...

FPA Q1 2023 Pulse Survey Form
04.19.2023