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FPA Announces 2023 Student Flexible Packaging Design Challenge Winners

The entries demonstrated a high level of creativity, a strong understanding of the mechanical properties of flexible packaging materials, and the manufacturing processes involved.

July 25, 2023

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Lisa Hirsh, President and CEO, Accurate Box Company

Accurate Box Company

With a remarkable four-decade journey as a third-generation leader, Lisa Hirsh shares her experiences and insights on paving the way for women and fostering inclusivity in the packaging industry.

July 21, 2023

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TC Transcontinental Packaging to Present Sustainable Solutions for Multiple Markets at PACK EXPO Las Vegas

TC Transcontinental Inc.

See it at PACK EXPO Las Vegas, Booth #SU-7270! TC Transcontinental will highlight its commitment to sustainable packaging solutions for the markets it serves—dairy, pet food, coffee, beverage, meat and poultry, home and personal care, and industrial.

July 21, 2023

Flexible packaging

The API Group and Accredo Packaging Welcome Jonathan Quinn as Global VP of Marketing & Sustainability

Accredo Packaging, Inc.

In his new role, Quinn will be responsible for advancing the company's film and flexible packaging businesses.

July 21, 2023

Sustainability

Nova Chemicals Announces Its First Mechanical Recycling Facility

Nova Chemicals

The Connersville, Ind. facility will be managed by Novolex Holdings, LLC. The collaboration will increase the speed with which Nova Chemicals ramps up its supply of SYNDIGO™ rPE.

July 20, 2023

Flexible packaging

UK Next Among Mars Bar Paper Packaging Pilots

Mars launches another regional trial of paper flow-wrapped candy bars, this time in the UK after a highly publicized Australian rollout.

July 17, 2023

Flexible packaging

SIG’s Path to Net-Zero Approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)

SIG has committed to reach net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its value chain by 2050—the most ambitious commitment available through the SBTi process.

July 17, 2023

Contract packaging

O-I Glass, FX Matt Announce Partnership to Provide New Glass Packaging Solutions for Beverage Brands

O-I Glass, Inc.

The co-packing partnership offers brands the opportunity to innovate with Drinktainer through a streamlined co-packing process.

July 14, 2023

Plastics/resins

Innovia Films Invests in a New Top-Coating Line for Graphic Arts Films

Innovia Films

The new coating line will give Innovia the capacity to support the growing need for PVC free films in the graphics sector and further develop the range of top coated films.

July 12, 2023

Sustainability

MRP Solutions Unveils New Solutions Center

MRP Solutions

The new facility aims to extend MRP’s mission of providing specialized, innovative solutions to its valued customers across health and wellness, specialty food, and other sectors.

July 12, 2023

Plastics/resins

Tetra Pak Named One the Best Workplaces for Innovators

Tetra Pak Inc.

Tetra Pak earned a ranking of #87 on Fast Company’s fifth annual list. This achievement honors organizations and businesses that demonstrate an inspiring commitment to encourage and develop innovation at all levels.

July 12, 2023

Sustainability

Magnomer Magnetic Inks Earn APR Responsible Innovation Recognition for PET-G Shrink Sleeves

Magnomer Inc.

Magnomer’s magnetizable coatings technology is expected to be compatible with the sortation and reclaiming steps commonly used for the recycling of PET containers.

July 5, 2023

Sustainability

Veuve Clicquot Switches to Virgin Tree-Free Paper

Luxury champagne producer engineers a gift box made from hemp and recycled wood fiber that reduces its eco-footprint while supporting NGO Canopy Planet’s initiative to protect ancient and endangered forests.

June 30, 2023