The EPA has announced more than $100 million in funding to expand recycling infrastructure and waste management systems across the country, representing EPA’s largest recycling investment in 30 years. EPA has selected 25 communities to...

BOBST’s flexo technology addresses the packaging industry in each of the three industries it serves, folding carton, corrugated board, and flexible packaging. The process and equipment solutions developed are at the forefront of technological development...

Today, over 95 companies, governments, institutions, and NGOs that are part of the Canada Plastics Pact (CPP) are proud to release an ambitious 5-year action plan (2023-2027) focused on addressing the challenges and opportunities associated...

The basic idea behind extender producer responsibility (EPR) is to require packaging manufacturers to pay for the systems that manage their packaging waste. And EPR programs can be enhanced by giving companies financial incentives to...

CEFLEX has teamed up with recyclability experts Recyda to deliver design-check.ceflex.eu which launches publicly with an information webinar on the 19th September 2023. This free service is being made available for anyone wanting to...

True sustainability in the packaging industry can only be achieved with close partnerships along the entire value chain. The German Packaging Institute has recognized this approach with its Packaging Award in the category of Sustainability,...

ACTEGA, manufacturer of specialty coatings, inks, adhesives, sealants and compounds for the print and packaging industry, has today announced the latest news for the company at Labelexpo Europe 2023 (Brussels, Belgium, 11-14 September). The news...

TIPA, a global leader in compostable packaging solutions for food and fashion, and Charter Next Generation (CNG), a leading US specialty film manufacturer, announced a partnership to drive local US production and adoption of compostable...

BOBST has unveiled significant new product innovations to simplify label production, while disclosing fresh strategic alliances and supplier partnerships, aligned with its commitment to advancing the global reach of the business and creating more value...

A global supplier of rigid and flexible packaging to medical device and pharmaceutical OEMs, Klöckner Pentaplast (kp) reports that it has received ISCC Plus certification via the International Sustainability & Carbon Certification (ISCC) at three...

Berry Global Group, Inc. earned an “A” environmental, social, and governance (ESG) rating from international ratings agency MSCI for its progress managing ESG risks and opportunities, including improvements in Carbon Emissions, Labor Management, and Packaging...

Esko and Fiery, LLC announced a new technology partnership to develop innovative solutions that advance digital print technologies and packaging workflows. The companies will collaborate on workflow integrations to more rapidly develop new solutions to...

INX International Ink Co. has completed an investment in DetraPel, an advanced materials company that manufactures sustainable coatings. This represents the fourth deal closed since the $50M INX Venture Capital investment program was established in...

Michelman announces the launch of DigiPrime® Vision 9000, the first in a groundbreaking new series of water-based digital print primers specifically formulated for use in the in-line priming units of HP Indigo Digital Presses. Designed...

Esko launched a new complete print inspection solution for digitally printed label production, delivering unparalleled quality control to reduce waste and boost efficiency. With AutoSet Digital, Esko has introduced an end-to-end solution that automates AVT...

ProAmpac, a global leader in flexible packaging and material science, launched its second annual Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Impact report, Leading From the Front. The report highlights that ProAmpac has met its goal of...

As pressures increase on brands to deliver products in more sustainable and recyclable packaging, innovations in adhesives and labeling technologies are proving key. Thanks to breakthrough solutions from Henkel, the label and packaging industry is...

Berry Global Group, Inc. announced that it has initiated a formal process to evaluate strategic alternatives for its Health, Hygiene and Specialties segment (“HH&S”). HH&S is a leading provider of nonwovens, specialty films, and tapes...

Henkel and CCL, a global specialty packaging company, have won the AWA (Alexander Watson Associates) Sleeve Label Award in the category “Environmental Contribution” for their sustainable design of Henkel’s Vernel fabric softener bottle. To improve...

Paptic has raised $24.6 million in growth financing that will go towards scaling up its manufacturing technology and developing the company’s product portfolio of sustainable packaging materials, allowing for Paptic materials to be available worldwide....

The draft states that nations should aim for the “prevention, progressive reduction and elimination of plastic pollution throughout the lifecycle of plastic”. Their approaches should be “comprehensive” and cover all parts of the lifecycle. Analysts...

MacDermid Graphics Solutions has developed a new process to recycle flexographic printing plates. This patent-pending technology will start trials in North America by the end of the year. “Over 20 million lbs. of flexographic plates...

Cortec®Corporation has been awarded a US patent for its commercially compostable industrial strength stretch film technology, also known as Eco Wrap®film! This patent is a significant milestone in Cortec’s ongoing quest to develop environmentally responsible...

ProAmpac, a leader in flexible packaging and material science, announces the launch of its patent-pending ProActive Recyclable® RP-1000 High Barrier (HB) paper-based technology. An extension to its existing ProActive Recyclable RP-1000 series, RP-1000 HB offers...

Michelman is pleased to announce that, effective September 5, 2023, Matt Adler will be joining the company as the Global Strategic Account Manager — HP Indigo business. In this newly created role, Adler will focus...

Glenroy® Inc., a leading converter and printer of sustainable flexible packaging, proudly announces the acquisition of the cutting-edge Windmoller & Holscher 10-color MIRAFLEX II printing press, a significant step towards enhancing print quality and customer...

What happens when VCI (vapor corrosion inhibiting) paper seems to be the best option for a specific metal packaging application except for one thing? A higher risk of moisture raises the question of whether a...

Transcontinental Inc. announces its results for the third quarter of fiscal 2023, which ended July 30, 2023. "During this quarter, we accelerated the implementation of actions to reduce costs, improve operational efficiency and increase cash...