Flexible packaging

Fortis Solutions Group’s California Facility Receives Sustainablity Certification

Fortis Solutions Group’s flexible packaging and label facility in Merced, Calif., received certification as a Sustainable Green Printer (SGP) from third-party organization Sustainable Green Printing Partnership.

January 14, 2021

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Sustainable Packaging

Magnum Tub is First to Use Certified Circular Plastic

The indulgent ice cream brand pioneers the use of recycled plastic, with the material sourced from mixed plastic waste converted to plastic resin feedstock through advanced recycling.

January 14, 2021

Digital Printing

Colored by INX Can Design Contest Call for Entries

INX International Ink Co.

INX International Ink Co. is now accepting entries for the second annual Colored by INX Can Design Contest through April 30.

January 13, 2021

Sustainability

BillerudKorsnäs Nominates Chairman of the Board

Billerud

The Nomination Committee of BillerudKorsnäs has proposed that Jan Svensson be elected as Chairman of the Board of BillerudKorsnäs at its Annual General Meeting.

January 12, 2021

Flexible packaging

Amcor Recognized by CDP for Advancements in Sustainability

Amcor Flexibles North America

Amcor was awarded a A- grade for Climate Change in CDP’s annual ratings, highlighting the company’s decisive actions towards a more sustainable future.

January 12, 2021

Labels

Weber Packaging Appoints New Vice President of Sales and Marketing

Weber Packaging Solutions

With the retirement of Vice President of Marketing Tom Michalsen, Weber Packaging Solutions announce his replacement, Harrison Chien as Vice President, Sales & Marketing.

January 11, 2021

Flexible packaging

Liquibox Announces Business Development Manager, New Zealand

Liquibox

Colin Benzie joined the Liquibox as Business Development Manager New Zealand to expand the global reach of the flexible liquid packaging company.

January 11, 2021

Flexible packaging

Three Timely Trends Evident at PACK EXPO Connects

Flexible packaging's move to monolayer, paperboard can handles, and remote monitoring/access were evident in all corners of the online event.

January 8, 2021

Plastics/resins

Report: Innovative New Materials at PACK EXPO Connects

PMMI Media Group editors—covering a virtual event instead of an in-person exposition—divided and conquered to collectively take in as much of PACK EXPO Connects as possible. Here’s what they saw in the materials category.

January 8, 2021

Sustainability

Sonoco FRESH to Host Virtual Food, Packaging & Sustainability Summit

Sonoco

Clemson alumnus David Beasley, Executive Director of the United Nations World Food Programme, will give the keynote presentation at the inaugural Food, Packaging & Sustainability Summit hosted by Sonoco FRESH at Clemson University.

January 8, 2021

Plastics/resins

TricorBraun To Be Acquired by Ares Management and Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board

TricorBraun

TricorBraun entered into a definitive stock purchase agreement with funds managed by Ares Management Corp.’s Private Equity Group and Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board. Ares and Ontario Teachers’ will acquire a majority interest in the company.

January 7, 2021

Plastics/resins

Foamer for Self-Tanning Product is Metal-Free, Recyclable

Australian brand Bondi Sands’ new Pure product line incorporates a foaming dispenser made from 100% plastic that is recyclable in PP waste streams and is 52% lighter than traditional foamers.

January 7, 2021

Sustainable Packaging

Counting Down the Top Four Dow Awards: #1 Henkel Invests in Recycled Plastic with a Social Cause

This award winner represent the most innovative packaging breakthroughs in categories ranging from food and beverage to personal care, with a strong focus on sustainability and the circular economy.

January 7, 2021