Cartons and boxes

An Inside Look at Cadence OTC’s First-of-its-kind UTI Relief Kit

How the company designed the kit for urgency, clarity, and ease of use.

April 15, 2026

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Robotics

What’s Driving the Surge in Packaging Automation? A3’s Alex Shikany Explains

In this interview, Alex Shikany, EVP for A3, breaks down new industry data on packaging robotics, explaining how workforce challenges, e-commerce demand, and evolving technologies are accelerating automation adoption.

April 15, 2026

Recycling

Mid America Paper Recycling Celebrates 100 Years of Continuous Operation

Mid America Paper Recycling

A century of relationships, operational expertise, and value creation sets the stage for Mid America Paper Recycling’s next chapter with FV Recycling.

April 15, 2026

Coding & Marking

Inside Sunrise 2027: Packaging’s Role in the Digital Shelf Revolution

Discover insights on how 2D barcodes, data-rich packaging, and traceability technologies are reshaping consumer goods packaging, retail operations, and supply chain transparency.

April 14, 2026

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: 2026 Automation Annual Outlook Report

How are CPGS approaching automation in 2026? Editors Sean Riley and Casey Flanagan sit down to discuss why companies are turning to automation to solve labor constraints and throughput demands while simultaneously grappling with higher costs and internal alignment challenges.

April 14, 2026

Cartoning

AFA Systems Announces Cleveland Open House Showcasing U.S. Expansion and Advanced Packaging Automation

AFA Systems Ltd.

See live demonstrations of advanced cartoning and case packing systems, tour the facility, and explore automation strategies for improving packaging line performance.

April 13, 2026

Sustainability

Community Poll: Is Sustainability Actually a Competitive Edge?

Answer to see if your peers think sustainability is/isn't a competitive advantage.

April 13, 2026

Robotics

End of The Line Video Series: Green Propellants, Rental Equipment, & AI

Watch as some of the PMG editors sit down and talk about trends, insights, and the cool things that pass by our desks.

April 13, 2026

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: What to Expect at the 2026 Packaging Recycling Summit

Packaging World Editors Anne Marie Mohan and Matt Reynolds discuss the upcoming Packaging Recycling Summit. They talk about brands currently doing the work: from navigating EPR, what to expect with film recyclability, and PCR mandates.

April 13, 2026

Recycling

Mars Wrigley, Mondelēz International, and Aldi Germany Design Packaging for Recyclability

ThePackHub

See a few examples of packaging designed for recyclability from Mars Wrigley, Mondelēz International, and Aldi Germany from ThePackHub’s Innovation Zone.

April 12, 2026

Digital Transformation

Packaging Foresight Research: AI Light Path for Circular Future

AI is reshaping packaging faster than expected, while circularity shifts from aspiration to operational risk. New PTIS research shows brand owners, data, and technical expertise will define who leads, and who falls behind.

April 10, 2026

Materials

FPA Publishes 2025 State of the U.S. Flexible Packaging Industry Report

Flexible packaging accounts for roughly 20% of the total U.S. packaging market, making it the second-largest packaging segment behind corrugated.

April 10, 2026

Digital Transformation

From Skepticism to Support: AI Gains Traction in Packaging Operations

As AI reduces workload stress and improves system performance, both workers and suppliers are accelerating adoption, while vendor specialization sets the stage for consolidation.

April 10, 2026