Packaging News

Mars Highlights Packaging Improvements in 2025 Sustainability Report

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:37:57 -0400

As part of its efforts, Mars has invested hundreds of millions of dollars when it comes to reducing its packaging and making it compatible with current and future regulations.

CAA Releases First Oregon Annual Report for Packaging EPR Program

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:00:37 -0400

Report highlights how producer-funded investments are being deployed under Oregon’s Recycling Modernization Act.

AMERIPEN Welcomes New Members to Board of Directors

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:21:36 -0400

Representing leading companies across the consumer-packaged goods, packaging manufacturing, retail and materials sectors, the new directors bring extensive expertise in government affairs, public policy, sustainability and the circular economy.

Packsize grows ‘right-sized’ packaging portfolio with acquisition of Panotec

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Newest addition to the Packsize portfolio builds upon the April 2025 acquisition of Sparck Technologies, known for its fit-to-size box systems.

IDFA Seeks Temporary Exemptions for Dairy Packaging under California’s SB 54

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:00:09 -0400

IDFA emphasizes that many dairy packaging materials and formats—including HDPE, PET, polypropylene, gable-top cartons and aseptic cartons—are recyclable but are not yet meeting the recycling rate thresholds required under SB 54.

Update to California SB 343 Recognizes Carton Recyclability

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:22:23 -0400

The June 24, 2026, update revises Table 2 of CalRecycle’s SB 343 Final Findings Report to reflect that cartons are now sorted for recycling by large-volume transfer and processing facilities serving 62% of California counties.

Live Webinar on Packaging Automation for U.S. Produce Operations

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:56 -0400

Session launches the new "Let's Talk Automation" conversation series, bringing together leadership from three companies across the packaging automation supply chain for an open, unscripted discussion aimed at growers, packers, repackers, and processors.

Carrefour Launches Renewed Commitment to Plastic Reduction in its Packaging

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:59:50 -0400

The five actions launched last week will remove over 5,000 tons of plastic from the packaging of products sold in Carrefour stores.

Wholesaler-Distributor Group and 17 Attorneys General Challenge California EPR

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:01 -0400

Nebraska leads the multi-state coalition with the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW) as the sole business plaintiff.

Initiative Targets Recovery of Small-Format Plastics as California EPR Looms

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:29 -0400

With California’s SB 54 set to take effect in 2027, the initiative aims to provide a roadmap for recovering, sorting, processing and ensuring market demand for small-format materials.

Circular Action Alliance California Submits Program Plan Under SB 54

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Following today’s submission, the program plan enters a formal public comment period that runs through August 14.

Berlin Packaging Expands Presence in EMEA with Acquisition of BlueSky

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:43 -0400

Acquisition strengthens the company’s position in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, beauty, personal care, home care, and beverage segments.

New York Legislature Adjourns without Passing Packaging EPR Bill

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:27:07 -0400

The Flexible Packaging Association was critical of the legislation, saying it included unattainable mandates and would threaten the affordability of essential goods for all New York residents. AMERIPEN expressed similar reservations.

AMMEGA Unifies Conveyor Brands under Ammeraal Beltech

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:17:57 -0400

The strategic consolidation under one brand name enables customers across industries including food and beverage, logistics, packaging, automotive, airports and more to access a broader range of conveyor technologies through one trusted partner.

Campbell Wrapper Acquires George Gordon Associates, Inc.

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:28:00 -0400

The business will be merged into the acquiring company's De Pere, Wisconsin, facility, which will provide support to new and existing GGA customers.

SupplyOne Announces Acquisition of Compass Packaging Solutions

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:36:48 -0400

This transaction represents SupplyOne’s 48th acquisition and its third in the past three years with a significant protective packaging portfolio, further expanding the company’s geographic footprint and strengthening its value-added packaging solutions across North America.

APR and ANIPAC Sign Agreement to Advance Plastics Recycling in Mexico

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:44 -0400

Agreement helps position Mexico within global recyclability trends by facilitating international alignment of criteria and strengthening the technical capabilities of the sector.

Atlantic Packaging Launches New Earth Ventures to Accelerate Packaging Technology

Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

New venture arm aims to invest in and scale companies driving the next generation of packaging and reimagining how products move through the global supply chain.

Blue Ocean Closures Lowers Prices on Fiber-Based Closures

Thu, 21 May 2026 14:56:12 -0400

Across the packaging sector, cost inflation driven by energy markets and petrochemical feedstocks has translated directly into higher prices for plastic closures and other packaging products.

IFPA Issues Position on EPR as Compliance Deadlines Hit Fresh Produce Industry

Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:28 -0400

IFPA stresses that fresh produce packaging is “not discretionary” but rather an essential tool for preventing food loss, meeting federal food safety requirements, and getting nutritious food to consumers.

Greyparrot, Kenvue Collaborate on Circular Packaging with AI-Powered Material Recovery

Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:21 -0400

By leveraging Greyparrot’s Deepnest platform, Kenvue will transition from theoretical "design-for-recycling" models to evidence-based data derived from real-world recycling environments.

PureCycle Resin Recognized as PCR Content in New Jersey

Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

New Jersey’s Recycled Content Law requires manufacturers of rigid plastic containers, beverage containers, and other regulated packaging to meet minimum thresholds of postconsumer recycled content.

AMMEGA Group Expands Capabilities at Georgia Facility

Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Plant will be the first to exclusively produce AMMEGA’s water-based polyurethane belts.

Colbert Packaging Implements Refined Vision Inspection

Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:48 -0400

The company has streamlined its quality control processes with one fully integrated and automated system.

AF&PA Opposes Latest Amendments to New York EPR Legislation

Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:13 -0400

Group views the bill as continuing to pose serious affordability concerns for New York families and businesses without delivering meaningful recycling benefits for paper.

Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. (BCI) Expands Reno Capabilities with Advanced Equipment

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:00:42 -0400

Installation of a conveyor and unitizer system and other equipment comes ahead of the company’s Grand Opening and Innovation Showcase scheduled for June.

Global Pouch Forum: Innovative Flexible Packaging Takes the Spotlight

addingtonb@bnpmedia.com (Brad Addington) — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Sun Centre USA and Aeroflexx are among companies that will take the stage and explain how they developed their game-changing flexible packaging.

Midland acquires Wetoska Packaging Distributors

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:05:57 -0400

Acquisition enhances Midland's capabilities in the food sector by combining Wetoska's decades of expertise with Midland's nationwide distribution footprint.

ProMach Acquires Evolution BPS, Equipment Provider for UK Food&Bev Sector

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:19 -0400

Evolution BPS serves a range of end markets, including distilled spirits, beer, food, and non-alcoholic beverages.

Tetra Pak Breaks Ground on New Facility in Denton, Texas

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:42:54 -0400

With a focus on collaboration and knowledge sharing, the PDC supports customer efforts to create new, profitable products and evaluate the equipment needed to produce them.