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Mexican manufacturers are the second-largest importers of U.S. packaging and processing machinery, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Quarterly Import/Export Statistics for Sept. 2013.

The Independent Carton Group, an association of 18 independently owned and operated folding carton manufacturers, highlights some of its members’ most recent milestones and accomplishments.

Economists attribute the plastics industry’s continued growth to positive trends in overall economic health and an abundant supply of inexpensive natural gas.

Plastics & Rubber Vietnam 2014, The 5th International Plastics & Rubber Technologies and Materials Exhibition for Vietnam, will take place from March 4 - 6, 2014 at the Saigon Exhibition & Convention Centre, Ho Chi Minh City.

100% Cork is launching a new campaign to show all wineries how they can increase their revenues and market share by sealing their bottles with natural cork.

By 2055, over half of the German population will be aged 65 or over. This aging population will result in demand for easy-to-use, easy-to-handle packaging, with clearer and bolder labeling.

The study examines the projected outcomes of a model Extended Producer Responsibility system for packaging and printed paper.

Caps & closures is a dynamic sector in the packaging industry with various stake holders such as raw material suppliers, processors, packaging manufacturers, and end-user industries such as manufacturers of food, beverage, personal care products, and pharmaceuticals.

Two thousand thirteen marked a year of significant expansion of carton recycling. Thanks to collaborative industry efforts and support from communities nationwide, 48% of U.S. households now have access to carton recycling.

Demand in North America’s converted flexible packaging market has been underpinned by recovering economies and flexible packaging formats being used as alternatives to traditional rigid packaging.