Workforce

The Paperboard Packaging Council Welcomes Tom Hendrickson as Industry Affairs Manager

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

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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

Flexible packaging

FPA Announces the 2025 Flexible Packaging Achievement Award Winners

Flexible Packaging Association

FPA announced the 2025 Flexible Packaging Achievement Award Winners in a competition that emphasized sustainability and advancements in printing technology.

March 7, 2025

Recycling

Orkla's Panda Pilots Paper Wrapper, Joins Confectionery Trend

Finnish brand owner Orkla Snacks tapped UPM Specialty Papers to pilot a new paper wrapper for its Panda milk chocolate brand. It's yet another data point in a growing movement toward paper-based films in confectionery and on-the-go energy or granola bars.

March 6, 2025

Case/Tray Packing

Once Upon a Farm Automates Case Packing for New Recycle-ready Pouches

This marketer of high-quality nutritious baby food and children’s snacks has found a way to improve case packing while also getting its toes wet in recycle-ready pouches.

February 28, 2025

Workforce

Selig Group Announces Planned Transition of CEO

Selig Group

Selig Group president Adam Sheridan will assume chief executive officer responsibilities, succeeding Steve Cassidy, who is retiring after 22 years in the position.

February 27, 2025

Containers & Closures

Mars Pantry Jars Use 100% PCR

Mars introduces a pantry jar for M&M’s, Skittles, and Starburst candies that is made from 100% PCR from mechanically recycled plastic.

February 25, 2025

Bio-based

Win Win Water Debuts 100% Plant-Based, Compostable Bottle

U.K. bottled water company Win Win Water offers its high-quality, naturally alkaline electrolyte spring water in a sugarcane-based, compostable PLA bottle.

February 24, 2025

Recycling

Syklo Invests in Circular Economy Hub Combining Plastic Recycling and Biocomposite Production

Syklo

The company plans to open a Finnish circular economy hub in 2026 with a €70-80 million investment.

February 21, 2025

Containers & Closures

Origin Materials Announces Commencement of PET Cap Commercial Production

Origin Materials

Origin has begun commercial production of PET caps at its Michigan manufacturing center, marking the first time the company has achieved this milestone.

February 21, 2025

Recycling

Resynergi Raises $18M for Plastic Recycling Expansion.

Resynergi

The Series B extension will enable Resynergi to build its first commercial plastic recycling facility using their modular microwave-assisted pyrolysis technology.

February 21, 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

Plastics/resins

Brazil’s World Plastic Connection Summit to Focus on Converted Plastics

The fourth edition of the biennial event, is scheduled for April 8-10 in in São Paulo, features free lectures and workshops in-person and online.

February 21, 2025