Cartoning

Metsä Board Paperboard can Reduce Carbon Footprint of Food Packaging by 60%

A life cycle assessment, verified by the IVL Swedish Environmental Research Institute, demonstrates the advantages of Metsä Board's folding boxboard when compared to white-lined chipboard.

March 31, 2025

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Containers & Closures

Graphic Packaging International and JJM Packaging Agreement Expands Access to Boardio Paperboard Packaging in North America

Graphic Packaging International

Partnership aims to bring Graphic Packaging's sustainable Boardio paperboard canister to more food products across the U.S. and Canada through co-packer JJM Packaging.

March 24, 2025

Bio-based

Sustainable Snacking, Canine-Approved: DoggyLove Chooses Paper Over Plastic

Recyclable paper-based cans are a perfect fit with German pet-snack company DoggyLove’s commitment to natural, organic products and sustainability.

March 20, 2025

Cartoning

Metsä Board Updates Its Sustainability Targets

Metsä Board

Metsä Board has revised its 2030 sustainability targets, including a 100% certified wood fiber goal, reduced logistics emissions, expanded safety measures, and increased diversity targets, with reporting on the updated metrics beginning in 2025.

March 14, 2025

Cartons and boxes

Saica announces $110M plant in Anderson, IN

Saica Group

Saica Group will construct a corrugated manufacturing facility in Anderson, Indiana, beginning in May 2025. The facility is expected to be operational in Q4 2026, creating over 100 jobs and utilizing rail connectivity for paper roll delivery.

March 14, 2025

Workforce

The Carton Council Names New Executive Director

Carton Council of North America

Jordan Fengel set to lead efforts in expanding food and beverage carton recycling across North America, building on significant access growth and new facility developments.

March 12, 2025

Workforce

Samara Ronkowitz Named Executive Vice President of Accurate Box Company

Accurate Box Company

A fourth-generation leader continues the legacy of a family-owned business.

March 12, 2025

Workforce

The Paperboard Packaging Council Welcomes Tom Hendrickson as Industry Affairs Manager

Paperboard Packaging Council

Hendrickson will leverage his experience in public policy and stakeholder engagement to support PPC members in navigating key industry challenges and legislative developments.

March 11, 2025

Recycling

Paper-based Blister-style Packs Make a Splash at PACK EXPO Southeast

A subset of the paperization trend, some brand owners are moving from thermoformed plastic trays with cardstock backing to fully fiber-based blister packs. The trend was noticeable at PACK EXPO Southeast, with both materials & machinery vendors involved.

March 10, 2025

Workforce

ICPF Funds Corrugated Packaging Sustainability Research and Education Program at MSU

ICPF (International Corrugated Packaging Foundation)

Michigan State University's School of Packaging implements a collaborative research and education program focused on corrugated packaging sustainability.

February 21, 2025

Cartoning

Metsä Board Recieves Triple A Rating from CDP

Metsä Board

The rating recognizes Metsä Board's leadership in climate change, forest management, water security transparency, and performance.

February 14, 2025

Cartoning

International Paper Acquires DS Smith

International Paper

International Paper and DS Smith merge to become a global provider of sustainable packaging solutions.

February 10, 2025

Recycling

Energizer Launches Plastic-Free Paper Pack with Walmart

The Energizer Bunny rolled out a new paper pack that's 100% curbside recyclable, with bold new look for shelf presence and consumer experience in Walmart other retailers. Duracell made a similar move at the end of 2024, also with Walmart.

February 7, 2025