Sterile barrier film manufacturers often have little direct input on how their customers will store the f lexible materials they purchase from them. The Sterilization Packaging Manufacturers Council (SPMC®) has released a new white paper...

One Rock Capital Partners, LLC (“One Rock”) announced that one of its affiliates has successfully completed the acquisition of Constantia Flexibles (“Constantia” or the “Company”), a leading global packaging manufacturer, from Wendel (Euronext: MF.FP), a...

With effect from January 2, 2024, SÜDPACK has acquired additional shares of CARBOLIQ GmbH and appointed Dirk Hardow as Managing Director. By doing so, SÜDPACK is demonstrating its commitment to a closed-loop system for plastics...

On December 30, Trioworld Group signed an agreement to acquire the German company Wentus GmbH (Wentus), a leading player in solutions for high-performance food-, consumer- and hygiene packaging, from Egeria Group. “We are very pleased...

American based, Oliver Healthcare Packaging, a leading supplier of sterile barrier flexible packaging solutions to the global healthcare market, has commenced construction of its new manufacturing facility in the state of Johor, Malaysia. The facility...

On December 30, Trioworld Group signed an agreement to acquire the German company Wentus GmbH (Wentus), a leading player in solutions for high-performance food-, consumer- and hygiene packaging, from Egeria Group. “We are very pleased...

The November 20, 2023, decision by the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) to extend tariffs on aluminum to South Korea and Thailand will cost jobs in the United States, while increasing prices for consumers and...

Sentinel Capital Partners, a private equity firm that invests in promising midmarket companies, has announced the recapitalization of Online Labels Group (OLG), a leading provider of pressure-sensitive labels, shrink sleeves, and flexible packaging solutions. In...

Andrei Krés has been appointed as the new CFO of Billerud. Andrei has been the acting CFO since August 2023 and will assume the permanent role immediately. Andrei Krés joined Billerud in 2011 and has...

After a construction period of less than two years, the MULTIVAC Group has officially opened its new production site in India. Thanks to an investment volume of around nine million euros, the ultra-modern building complex...

Sentinel Capital Partners, a private equity firm that invests in promising midmarket companies, announced the recapitalization of Online Labels Group (OLG), a leading provider of pressure-sensitive labels, shrink sleeves, and flexible packaging solutions. Terms of...

With over 25 years of experience in the flexible packaging industry, Steve brings a unique perspective to his role as he spent time running his own toll pouch converting company, where he was ultimately responsible...

Canada’s CCL Industries, a speciality label, security, and packaging solutions provider, has confirmed its plans to permanently close its Innovia business operations in Merelbeke, Belgium. The move will be undertaken during the first quarter (Q1)...

Camvac, the flexible packaging specialist based in the east of England, has announced the successful completion of a management buyout, in turn creating a new company – Camvac International Limited. Camvac has been synonymous with...

Actega, a manufacturer of specialty coatings, inks, adhesives, sealants, and compounds for the print and packaging industry, has announced a successful 2023 despite declining volumes and sales compared to 2022. The year has been underpinned...

KENT Corporation, a family-owned manufacturer and worldwide marketer of food, beverage and agriculture products based in the USA, has, by way of its subsidiary KENT Precision Foods Group, acquired Frosty Boy Global. Australia-based Frosty Boy makes desserts, beverages...

All Printing Resources (APR) will begin representing SEI Laser for its flexible packaging products in the US beginning in 2024 to expand its product portfolio of flexographic equipment. SEI Laser’s flexible packaging products are highlighted...

Eco Flexibles, specialist in recyclable monopolymer flexible packaging, has further expanded its operational team with the appointment of David Smith, who joins the business and Senior Management team as General Manager. Overseeing day to day...

The State Bank of India has acquired 6.35% stake in Canpac Trends Pvt. for Rs 49.9 crore. The public sector bank mopped up 3.7 lakh shares for Rs 1,349 apiece with the objective of capital...

The Sterilization Packaging Manufacturers Council (SPMC) is delighted to convene once again for Sterile Packaging Day 2024 on Wednesday, February 7. The SPMC invites the industry to join the celebration taking place in-person at IME...

Premium Label & Packaging Solutions (PLPS) appointed Chris Payne as CEO and Leslie Gurland as vice president of sales and marketing. The companies that comprise PLPS are Luminer, Overnight Labels, Label Graphics., HP Mile, Label...

Transcontinental Inc. announces its results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2023, which ended October 29, 2023. "We successfully increased our adjusted operating earnings before depreciation and amortization in the fourth quarter, despite lower...

Winpak Ltd. announces that the Company's Board of Directors declared a dividend of three cents (3 cents, Canadian currency) per share. The dividend is payable on January 12, 2024, to shareholders of record at the...

Siegwerk, one of the world’s leading global providers of printing inks and coatings for packaging applications and labels, is expanding its existing management team. In a strategic move to reflect its global presence even stronger...

American Packaging Corporation (APC), a leader in flexible packaging solutions, announces a significant organizational change in its leadership team. The move is one of few leadership changes in the company’s 121-year history, including when the...

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) is gravely disillusioned in what can only be described as an intentional lack of awareness by the Department of Commerce (DOC), of the law, investigation data, and good policy in...

As part of an official ceremony, the Management Board of the MULTIVAC Group turned the first spadeful of earth for a new production factory, which is intended for manufacturing parts and handling spare parts logistics...

The Board has conducted a thorough recruitment process and has evaluated both internal and external candidates. We are very pleased that Ivar is willing to take on the job and it shows real strength that...