All types of packaging have experienced a significant shift toward sustainability in recent years, driven by increasing concerns among consumers and businesses about the environmental impact of packaging waste. Flexible packaging continues to be a...

Anoosheh Oskouian says she found her calling to do great things at the age of 14 while growing up in Tehran, Iran. With the support of her parents, Oskouian eventually moved to the United States,...

The U.S. workforce is still recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic and widespread shifts to remote- and hybrid-work models, which does not work well for manufacturing jobs that require skilled, hands-on engagement. According to the U.S....

Early in her career, Kuma Roberts hit a roadblock as she was climbing the ranks from receptionist to vice president of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at the Tulsa Regional Chamber. The next stepping stone...

In 2015, JBM Packaging was looking for new ways to recruit workers—and that was long before the intense labor shortages of the past few years. The company, which is based in Ohio, considered several ideas,...

In April, the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) and its Emerging Leadership Council (ELC) sponsored Pack Jam at Clemson University in Clem-son, South Carolina. Pack Jam is an annual student-run conference hosted at packaging universities nationwide....

The year 2023 has proven to be a challenging one for keeping up with state legislative activity in the flexible packaging industry. At the year’s midpoint, it remains to be seen if new standards will...

Women running flexible packaging companies evangelize for the industry and its opportunities for people with talent and drive. And they agree that networking, the guidance of mentors, and the power of flexible packaging provide an...

While all flexible packaging protects the content it contains, sterilized flexible packaging must keep its contents free of contaminants that can potentially harm a medical patient who is often receiving lifesaving care. Over the years,...

Issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) have been prevalent with businesses nationwide for years now, with company leaders pushing efforts to ensure racial and ethnic diversity in the workforce. Employers say they recognize a...

Notwithstanding the huge progress of CI flexo printing over the past 20 years or so, bouncing remains a factor that can affect the quality of a printed job and result in loss of production time...

SCHATTDECOR, the world leader in global décor printing, has selected Energy Sciences Inc. (ESI) to supply the EB systems for the new high speed rotogravure printing and coating line in Tarnowo Podgorne, Poland. Jerzy Szejwian,...

Oliver Healthcare Packaging, a leading supplier of sterile barrier flexible packaging solutions to the global healthcare market, announced the acquisition of EK-Pack Folien GmbH, a manufacturer of high-quality film and foil technology, located in Ermengerst-Wiggensbach, Bavaria, Germany. This...

The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) appreciates this opportunity to submit its thoughts and suggestions on the Draft Northeast Waste Management Officials Association (NEWMOA) Model Legislation. In this comment, FPA would like to address the model...

TIPA, a global leader in compostable packaging solutions for food and fashion announced its partnership with two of the largest packaging manufacturers in the US, PPC Flexible Packaging and Clearview Packaging, to start using TIPA's...

We the undersigned organizations representing industries and workers across Massachusetts respectfully request your opposition of HB 3701 – An Act Relative To Chemical Recycling. As currently written, the bill would prohibit the building, construction, or...

NOVA Chemicals Corporation and Plastic Energy have entered into an agreement to explore the feasibility of developing a pyrolysis-driven advanced recycling facility in the Sarnia, Ontario, region. If constructed, the facility would be the largest...

We the undersigned organizations representing industries and workers across Massachusetts respectfully request your opposition of HB 3676. As currently written, the bill bans advanced recycling, certain chemicals in beverage containers and bans the use of...

Polykar, an innovative, world-class manufacturer of sustainable packaging solutions, is excited to announce that the company has successfully retained its prestigious Brand Reputation through Compliance Global Standard (BRCGS) accreditation for packaging materials Issue 6. Polykar...

A major supplier of printed flexible packaging films and solutions to the food, pet food and medical industries is set to move into brand new premises at Dove Valley Park when work completes on the...

BOBST announced its latest innovations in printing, converting, services and performance to help converters and brand owners to take a big step towards the digitalization of the packaging supply chain. “The packaging industry is in...

Pregis partnered with NOVA Chemicals Corporation to co-develop a sustainable packaging solution for food-safe applications used in stand-up pouches (SUPs), fitment pouches, and lay-flat bags. The Pregis film structure, manufactured with Nova Chemical’s SYNDIGO™ rPE-0860-FC...

ePac Flexible Packaging, an industry leader in custom flexible packaging, is pleased to announce the opening of its new Grade A 2,200 square meter production plant on the Spintex Road in Accra, Ghana. A grand...

100 years ago, Henkel began selling its first adhesive solutions to neighboring companies. From the development of laundry detergent packaging adhesives for its own use to today’s advanced solutions in more than 800 industry segments...

The Flexible Packaging Association appreciates this opportunity to submit its thoughts and suggestions in response to the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Request for Public Comment on its Recycling Infrastructure and Market Opportunities Map (EPA-HQ-OLEM-2022-0933) (The...

Three years after establishing its first manufacturing site in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), Coveris is further expanding its footprint by accessing the strongest market in the region, Poland. D.K. LAMIN will be integrated into...

From a small start-up established in 2005, Chengdu Megavision Design Printing Co., Ltd. has grown to become one of China’s top 50 label printing companies and the leader in Southwest China. Today, the company runs...

ProAmpac, a leader in flexible packaging and material science, announces the USDA BioPreferred® certification of its new ProActive Compostable CPM-2000 product (CPM-2000). This certification solidifies CPM-2000 as a pioneering technology platform in helping to close...