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Brad Addington

Brad Addington

Brad Addington is Chief Editor of Packaging Strategies and Flexible Packaging. He has more than 25 years of B2B publishing experience following the fresh produce industry, foodservice, retail, petroleum refining, petrochemicals, renewable fuels, and sustainability. He and his family live in Spokane, Washington, and enjoy participating in regional triathlons and marathons. Brad majored in Journalism and Latin American Studies at the University of Kansas.

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Establishing Robust Data Systems for EPR Compliance. Headshot of Emily Wynne and a background image with graphs and charts.
Packaging Strategies Videos

VIDEO | Establishing Robust Data Systems for EPR Compliance

Brad Addington
Brad Addington
April 7, 2025

In this insightful interview, Emily Wynne of Quantis explains the crucial role that top-notch data collection and data processing will play in companies’ efforts to comply with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations.


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Cafe worker packaging take out food.
FOODSERVICE

Sustainability: On-site and To-go

Several companies are stepping up to the plate when it comes to providing eco-friendly foodservice packaging — from compostable window and sandwich boxes to cruise line breakfast serveware made with recycled materials.
Brad Addington
Brad Addington
March 21, 2025

In this article, we put the spotlight on companies that are making headlines with their novel approaches to sustainable foodservice packaging.


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The front-of-package nutrition label proposed by the FDA. The “Nutrition Info box” provides information on saturated fat, sodium and added sugars content in a simple format showing whether the food has “Low,” “Med” or “High” levels of these substances.
Editor's Note | Brad Addington

FOP Labeling: Front and Center

The Tea Association of the U.S.A. and the National Milk Producers Federation are just two groups that have weighed in on FDA’s proposed front-of-package nutrition label.
Brad Addington
Brad Addington
March 6, 2025

In January, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) proposed a front-of-package nutrition label for most packaged foods, showing levels of saturated fat, sodium, and added sugars as "Low," "Medium," or "High." Comments on the proposal are invited until May 16, 2025.



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The Evolution of Molded Fiber Packaging - Guests: Bill Kuecker and Emily Parsons, Soloenis. Background image of teal fiber pattern with three recycled to-go containers.
Packaging Perspectives Podcast

PODCAST | The Evolution of Molded Fiber Packaging

Brad Addington
Brad Addington
March 3, 2025

With bans on PFAS and polystyrene popping up across the packaging landscape, Bill Kuecker and Emily Parsons of Solenis explain how a new generation of molded fiber is responding to the call for sustainable packaging options that also offer high performance.


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Automatic cardboard box packing and tape sealing machine.
Case Forming/Packing

Case Forming and Packing: Smarter, Faster and More Versatile

From machines that can form cartons, cases or trays to robotic case-packing systems, 2024 was a year of unrivaled innovation when it comes to case forming and packing.
Brad Addington
Brad Addington
February 27, 2025

The Case Forming Machinery Market is projected to grow from $2.78 billion in 2022 to $4.12 billion by 2030, driven by demand for automated and sustainable packaging solutions. Learn more about cutting-edge forming and packing solutions.


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Main image for podcast with Peter Fox regarding Trends in Secondary and End-of-Line Packaging. Image includes examples of packaging incorporating wraparound cartons.
Packaging Perspectives Podcast

PODCAST | Trends in Secondary and End-of-Line Packaging

Brad Addington
Brad Addington
February 24, 2025

As someone who heads the U.S. operations of Germany’s SOMIC, Peter Fox is intimately familiar with the different approaches that North America and Europe take to secondary and end-of-line packaging. In this interview, Fox shares those insights as well as what he sees as overarching trends in packaging.


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Bioplastic pellets that will be converted into flexible packaging.
Flexible Packaging

Converting Trends: Providing Sustainable Flexible Packaging Amid Volatility

The overall trend toward making packaging that is reusable, compostable, or recyclable will continue, especially as more states consider implementing extended producer responsibility (EPR) legislation. Adapting sustainable alternatives to plastic to existing manufacturing equipment also will remain a key focus and challenge.
Brad Addington
Brad Addington
February 19, 2025

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.


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Image of an Avery Dennison employee and a Tosca employee examining reusable plastic pallets.
Editor's Note | Brad Addington

Sustainable Packaging in 2025: Lots of Moving Parts

One analyst’s focus on four key trends makes it easier to wrap one’s head around the complicated sustainable packaging landscape.
Brad Addington
Brad Addington
February 6, 2025

I enjoy discovering new voices in packaging, and Saloni Doshi, CEO of EcoEnclose, stands out. She recently shared insights on 2025 Sustainable Packaging Trends, which could guide our reporting and align with recent Packaging Strategies coverage.


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Variety of wine bottles on table.
Feature

Beer, Wine & Spirits Packaging: Countless Routes to Sustainability

From alternative wine packaging to more efficient ways to print expiration dates on beer bottles, 2024 displayed the enterprising spirit of companies determined to push the envelope on sustainable beer, wine and spirits packaging.
Brad Addington
Brad Addington
January 17, 2025

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.


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The new PolyFlex facility in León, Mexico.
Editor's Note | Brad Addington

Latin America in the Spotlight

Thermoformed packaging in Mexico, plastic alternatives in Chile, and aseptic carton filling in Colombia have all made headlines in recent months.
Brad Addington
Brad Addington
January 9, 2025

Latin America's packaging industry is evolving, with Nefab expanding in Mexico, Chile banning single-use plastics, and SIG partnering with Celema to bring innovative carton-filling technology to Colombia. These developments pave the way for a dynamic 2025 in packaging innovation.


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