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The trend toward reusable, compostable, or recyclable packaging will continue, especially as more states consider extended producer responsibility (EPR) legislation. Adapting sustainable alternatives to plastic for existing manufacturing equipment will remain a key challenge.

In 2024, innovations in packaging included Archer Roose and ecoSIP's wine solutions, Four Peaks Brewing's adoption of LEIBINGER's printing tech, and McLaren Packaging's recycling of spirit presentation tubes.

Vendors of snack food packaging are developing recyclable, biodegradable and reusable products to expand their customer base. KYSU – whose products include freeze-dried fruits and chocolates – has unveiled packaging made entirely from recycled materials, and Bad Monkey Popcorn has created compostable packaging for one of the world’s most popular snack foods.

Sustainable packaging was a major theme in 2024. Plus, Kellogg Company’s transformation in 2023 into Kellanova – and Mars’ plans to acquire Kellanova – were exemplary of the business re-arrangements and M&A that have continued at a steady clip in the packaging sector.

Meet Amy Phinney, Market Manager at NOVA Chemicals.

Meet Amy Mercante, General Manager of Specialty Products at PPG.

Meet Kate Gilpin, Product Manager of Luxury Packaging for James Cropper.

Meet Babitha George, Portfolio Manager for Packaging Solutions at Tetra Pak U.S. & Canada.

Meet Jessica Fischer, Parts and Service Manager for OMV Technologies, USA.

Meet Dana Austin, General Manager for IWK North America.