How much differentiation and innovation can you really add to a cardboard box and a few ounces of Styrofoam peanuts? This existential question makes up the foundation of the packager's dilemma. 

This report forecasts US paper and paperboard production and demand in short tons to 2021. Total production is segmented by product. In addition, total shipments and total demand are forecasted to 2021 in US dollars at the manufacturers’ level.

Charta Global has added the Enza Kraft to its full line of specialty papers. The new machine-glazed kraft paper with excellent strength properties is ideally suited for food and non-food protective packaging, and various technical and industrial applications.

Smurfit Kappa, will host The Americas Innovation Event in Dallas on September 21, 2017. The event will highlight the future of packaging and will have an exhibition of the latest innovations in packaging that contribute to winning in the marketplace.

Dog food brand Harringtons tasked global design and branding agency Hornall Anderson with redesigning its packaging to elevate the natural qualities and British provenance.

Bosch Packaging Technology and BillerudKorsnäs’ collaboration on sealed paper packaging has won the 2017 Sustainability Awards in the Bio-Based Packaging category. 

The retailer's five new sustainable packaging goals reflect guest expectations, business priorities, industry challenges and areas the retailer can drive the most change.

Nine out of 10 consumers say they will pay more for products manufactured by companies that are addressing social and environmental issues. Moreover, 84% of global consumers say they specifically look to purchase responsible products.

Advancements in paperboard and corrugated, and even paper packaging, not only affirm their value, they’re creating a buzz too.