Sustainability

Deborah McRonald Appointed Chief Corporate Development Officer for Danimer Scientific

In this newly created position, McRonald will lead the development of industry collaborations and joint ventures designed to grow global revenue, manufacturing, and distribution capabilities for Danimer.

September 14, 2021

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Labels

Label Precision is Paramount for Fire Extinguisher Products

Even though consumers hope they never have to use Amerex's products, if needed, the company’s fire extinguishers must be ready to go, with durable labels that provide clear instructions and certification that the product meets critical UL standards.

September 13, 2021

Sustainability

Berry Global Joins Polypropylene Recycling Coalition

Berry Global Group, Inc.

Berry Global Group joined The Recycling Partnership’s Polypropylene Recycling Coalition, which is aimed at increasing recycling access for polypropylene.

September 13, 2021

Sustainable Packaging

BIC Transforms its Approach to Plastic Products & Packaging

New sustainability goals around its use of plastic drive BIC to look at new options for products and packaging, including a greater use of recycled materials, a move from plastic to paperboard, and refillable and reusable alternatives.

September 7, 2021

Sustainability

Synerlink to Demonstrate SNAPCUT PET Cutting Technology at PACK EXPO Las Vegas

Synerlink

See it at PACK EXPO Las Vegas Booth #C-1800! Synerlink will demonstrate its SNAPCUT cutting tool technology that cuts and pre-cuts PET, PP, and other recyclable and recycled plastics (PLA, rPET) at a thickness of 0.6mm.

September 3, 2021

Flexibles

Call for Entries: 2022 Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards Competition

The deadline for entries to the Flexible Packaging Association's esteemed annual awards competition is October 22, 2021.

September 2, 2021

Blisters/clamshells/skin packaging

Tray Sealer Helps Startup Brand Become a Savory Success

Using a combination of vacuum skin packaging and High Pressure Processing, grab-and-go meal startup Torn Apron is producing 4,000 tray packs/week of restaurant-quality meals that have a shelf life from 50 to 60 days.

August 25, 2021

Sustainability

Michael Reed Joins Spartech as VP, Business Management, M&A & Sustainability

Spartech Corporation

In his new role, Reed will be responsible for business managers and general managers within Spartech’s new business teams.

August 12, 2021

Sustainability

Eastman Enters into Partnership with Procter & Gamble

Eastman Chemical Co.

Eastman entered into an agreement with Procter & Gamble to further accelerate the transformation of plastic packaging and collaborate on recycling solutions to enable a circular economy.

August 9, 2021

Sustainability

Inhance Technologies Appoints Andrew Leeser Chief Financial Officer

Inhance Technologies

In addition to Inhance Technologies’ global finance, accounting and treasury functions, Leeser will be responsible for human resources and information technology.

July 27, 2021

Sustainable Packaging

Sugarcane Tubes Sweeten Sustainability Profile

The Face + Body natural sunscreen tube in sugarcane bio-resin replaces Raw Elements’ previous plastic tube, which was made with PCR.

July 26, 2021

Plastics/resins

TricorBraun Acquires SGB Packaging Group

TricorBraun

TricorBraun acquired SGB Packaging Group, Inc., strengthening its presence in the cosmetics, skin care, fragrance, and personal care industries. Effective with the acquisition, SGB Packaging will operate as SGB Packaging, a TricorBraun company.

July 23, 2021

Plastics/resins

Chroma Color Appoints Shruti Singhal Chief Executive Officer

Chroma Corp.

Singhal replaces Tom Bolger, Chroma Color’s CEO for the past 16 years, who had decided to work on a transition from the position in early 2020.

July 21, 2021