Explore the freshest and most trending topics currently making waves in the packaging industry. Dive into the latest buzz, timely insights, and noteworthy content that's driving our industry forward. https://www.packagingstrategies.com/rss/3001-packaging-top-stories en-us addingtonb@bnpmedia.com (Brad Addington) Sahar Mehrabzadeh and Sara Lowe of Bay Cities share how the company is helping retailers and brands achieve compliance with California’s SB 54 and other state-level Extended Producer Responsibility programs. Sahar Mehrabzadeh and Sara Lowe of Bay Cities share how the company is helping retailers and brands achieve compliance with California’s SB 54 and other state-level Extended Producer Responsibility programs.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106549 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106549-podcast-helping-brands-tackle-the-epr-data-challenge Despite their small and innocuous size, produce stickers are a major focus of new packaging mandates. As policymakers continue to look for viable ways to curb packaging waste and reduce greenwashing, Gary Tee of TIPA Compostable Packaging argues that compostable stickers can address key circularity challenges. Get Gary’s insights. Despite their small and innocuous size, produce stickers are a major focus of new packaging mandates. As policymakers continue to look for viable ways to curb packaging waste and reduce greenwashing, Gary Tee of TIPA Compostable Packaging argues that compostable stickers can address key circularity challenges. Get Gary’s insights.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106547 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106547-compostable-labels-helping-brands-advance-toward-zero-waste-goals addingtonb@bnpmedia.com (Brad Addington) Rodrigo Castaneda of TIPA and Jared Damman of WildKind make the case for compostable packaging, especially for difficult-to-recycle food contact packaging. Rodrigo Castaneda of TIPA and Jared Damman of WildKind make the case for compostable packaging, especially for difficult-to-recycle food contact packaging.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106512 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106512-video-convenience-and-on-the-gowhy-compostable-packaging-is-the-solution addingtonb@bnpmedia.com (Brad Addington) I was delighted to learn recently that one of my favorite food brands had responded to one of my biggest packaging pet peeves—Styrofoam coolers that clutter up my garage and create a disposal problem that I didn’t ask for. Learn about the innovative packaging alternative that they settled upon. I was delighted to learn recently that one of my favorite food brands had responded to one of my biggest packaging pet peeves—Styrofoam coolers that clutter up my garage and create a disposal problem that I didn’t ask for. Learn about the innovative packaging alternative that they settled upon.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106506 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106506-packaging-innovation-hits-close-to-home Alan Jones of Universal Converting Equipment offers a look at why duplex slitters are not only safer than turret slitting machines but also easier to operate and require less space. Learn how the latest advances in slitting/rewinding address long-standing challenges plaguing both narrow web and wide web converters. Alan Jones of Universal Converting Equipment offers a look at why duplex slitters are not only safer than turret slitting machines but also easier to operate and require less space. Learn how the latest advances in slitting/rewinding address long-standing challenges plaguing both narrow web and wide web converters.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106504 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106504-smart-duplex-slitters-and-the-productivity-race addingtonb@bnpmedia.com (Brad Addington) After predicting last year that digital printing would dominate 15% of label sales by 2025, Paul Edwards of INX International provides an update. We sat down with Paul again to ask 1) if digital label sales grew as much as anticipated and 2) what lies in store for digital label sales going forward. Get Paul’s projections and the underlying factors behind them. After predicting last year that digital printing would dominate 15% of label sales by 2025, Paul Edwards of INX International provides an update. We sat down with Paul again to ask 1) if digital label sales grew as much as anticipated and 2) what lies in store for digital label sales going forward. Get Paul’s projections and the underlying factors behind them.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106487 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106487-digital-label-sales-revisited-did-expansion-meet-expectations We recently sat down with SOMIC Packaging’s Peter Fox to discuss secondary packaging for dairy. Our wide-ranging discussion touched on the unique challenges of dairy packaging, how the push for sustainable packaging has imacted the industry, and machinery advancements that are improving secondary packaging. Get Peter’s insights. We recently sat down with SOMIC Packaging’s Peter Fox to discuss secondary packaging for dairy. Our wide-ranging discussion touched on the unique challenges of dairy packaging, how the push for sustainable packaging has imacted the industry, and machinery advancements that are improving secondary packaging. Get Peter’s insights.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106483 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106483-secondary-packaging-for-dairy-trends-and-innovations addingtonb@bnpmedia.com (Brad Addington) North American resin costs have soared to historic highs, with no clear end in sight. Ric Lee of Atlantic Packaging suggests that the fix to the plastic price crisis starts on the pallet. North American resin costs have soared to historic highs, with no clear end in sight. Ric Lee of Atlantic Packaging suggests that the fix to the plastic price crisis starts on the pallet.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106470 Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106470-podcast-combating-rising-plastic-costs-with-pallet-solutions addingtonb@bnpmedia.com (Brad Addington) Arithmetic is simple. Compliance is not. We recently sat down with Anna Kendall of Ernst & Young LLP to discuss the challenges of meeting both imminent and long-term EPR mandates, including a coordinated May 31 reporting deadline across six states. Arithmetic is simple. Compliance is not. We recently sat down with Anna Kendall of Ernst & Young LLP to discuss the challenges of meeting both imminent and long-term EPR mandates, including a coordinated May 31 reporting deadline across six states.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106455 Mon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106455-podcast-packaging-eprs-2026-reality-check Coding, marking and printing are essential practices for packaging companies and brands looking to convey meaningful product information to consumers. Because of the widespread necessity of these practices, there has been a variety of innovations—from sustainable inks to laser solutions for beverage can marking. Learn more about these exciting new developments. Coding, marking and printing are essential practices for packaging companies and brands looking to convey meaningful product information to consumers. Because of the widespread necessity of these practices, there has been a variety of innovations—from sustainable inks to laser solutions for beverage can marking. Learn more about these exciting new developments.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106438 Fri, 08 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106438-the-latest-innovations-in-coding-marking-and-printing addingtonb@bnpmedia.com (Brad Addington) Join me at this year’s Global Pouch Forum in Clearwater, Florida! Excited to learn from industry leaders like Kevin Kelly, Rodrigo Castaneda, and Dan Felton while reconnecting with old friends. Let’s dive into the latest in sustainable and flexible packaging together! Join me at this year’s Global Pouch Forum in Clearwater, Florida! Excited to learn from industry leaders like Kevin Kelly, Rodrigo Castaneda, and Dan Felton while reconnecting with old friends. Let’s dive into the latest in sustainable and flexible packaging together!

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106437 Fri, 08 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106437-looking-forward-to-global-pouch-forum The personal care sector is going green with innovations like styrene-free packaging from Schwan Cosmetics, plastic reductions by Amcor for Bulldog, and Nu Skin's eco-friendly relaunch of ageLOC® Tru Face®. Discover these sustainable advancements! The personal care sector is going green with innovations like styrene-free packaging from Schwan Cosmetics, plastic reductions by Amcor for Bulldog, and Nu Skin's eco-friendly relaunch of ageLOC® Tru Face®. Discover these sustainable advancements!

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106424 Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106424-personal-care-packaging-focuses-on-sustainability In today's fast-paced market, strategic automation in packaging and merchandising boosts efficiency, reduces costs, and enhances quality. By integrating data-driven insights and advanced technologies, companies can streamline operations and meet customer demands faster and more effectively. In today's fast-paced market, strategic automation in packaging and merchandising boosts efficiency, reduces costs, and enhances quality. By integrating data-driven insights and advanced technologies, companies can streamline operations and meet customer demands faster and more effectively.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106423 Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106423-successfully-integrating-automation-into-the-supply-chain Few elements of a package are more important than the label. Labels convey critical information about a package’s contents, in addition to helping market the product in a consumer context. Improvements in this area have come in the form of materials, technology, and machinery. Learn more about the latest in labeling. Few elements of a package are more important than the label. Labels convey critical information about a package’s contents, in addition to helping market the product in a consumer context. Improvements in this area have come in the form of materials, technology, and machinery. Learn more about the latest in labeling.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106401 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106401-the-latest-in-labeling-driving-innovation-across-industries Household packaging has undergone significant changes in all facets of development. With innovations in design, mechanics and sustainability, the household packaging sector serves as a sound indicator of the broader trends seen across the industry as a whole. Learn about some of the key developments in household packaging. Household packaging has undergone significant changes in all facets of development. With innovations in design, mechanics and sustainability, the household packaging sector serves as a sound indicator of the broader trends seen across the industry as a whole. Learn about some of the key developments in household packaging.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106385 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106385-the-innovation-behind-familiar-household-product-packaging Theegarten-Pactec has launched an innovative flow-wrapping machine specifically designed to meet the requirements of manufacturers of chocolate, confectionery, cereal and protein bars, functional foods and snacks, as well as co-packers and contract packers. Learn more. Theegarten-Pactec has launched an innovative flow-wrapping machine specifically designed to meet the requirements of manufacturers of chocolate, confectionery, cereal and protein bars, functional foods and snacks, as well as co-packers and contract packers. Learn more.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106384 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106384-new-flow-wrapping-equipment-for-chocolate-confectionery addingtonb@bnpmedia.com (Brad Addington) We recently decided to “kick the tires” of a new AI platform dedicated exclusively to the packaging sector. Enjoy this sneak peek of the platform prior to the rollout of the Business Pro version at interpack in May. We recently decided to “kick the tires” of a new AI platform dedicated exclusively to the packaging sector. Enjoy this sneak peek of the platform prior to the rollout of the Business Pro version at interpack in May.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106376 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106376-taking-packaging-ai-for-a-test-spin In this case study, we look at how a new bag-in-box project for a global brand required contract packager GreenSeed to move beyond its existing machines and invest in a dedicated, high-capacity line. The project moved from initial consultation in late spring to a fully operational installation by year-end. Learn more. In this case study, we look at how a new bag-in-box project for a global brand required contract packager GreenSeed to move beyond its existing machines and invest in a dedicated, high-capacity line. The project moved from initial consultation in late spring to a fully operational installation by year-end. Learn more.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106375 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106375-optimizing-bag-in-box-production The right conveying system can support consistent throughput and protect product integrity, while the wrong choice can introduce bottlenecks and undermine overall packaging-line performance. Learn about the respective advantages of belt conveyors, vibratory conveyors, and horizontal-motion conveyors. The right conveying system can support consistent throughput and protect product integrity, while the wrong choice can introduce bottlenecks and undermine overall packaging-line performance. Learn about the respective advantages of belt conveyors, vibratory conveyors, and horizontal-motion conveyors.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106363 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106363-selecting-the-ideal-conveying-system-for-your-packaging-line Bobby Bauman of AMMEGA discusses how each stage of packaging demands specific belt materials and performance properties, noting that packaging belt applications span converting, form-fill-seal, filling and capping, case packing, palletizing, and warehousing. Bobby Bauman of AMMEGA discusses how each stage of packaging demands specific belt materials and performance properties, noting that packaging belt applications span converting, form-fill-seal, filling and capping, case packing, palletizing, and warehousing.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106362 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106362-precision-safety-and-speed-the-strategic-role-of-conveyor-belts-in-packaging Converters Expo features over 150 vendors and service providers, starting with a Welcome Reception on April 15 at the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame. The Expo Hall opens on April 16, highlighting hundreds of exhibitors. Converters Expo features over 150 vendors and service providers, starting with a Welcome Reception on April 15 at the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame. The Expo Hall opens on April 16, highlighting hundreds of exhibitors.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106345 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106345-converters-expo-preview-come-join-us-at-lambeau-field addingtonb@bnpmedia.com (Brad Addington) With Brazil importing great wines from Chile and Argentina and also producing some great wines of its own, Packaging Strategies sees a solution for selling wine alongside beer during Carnaval. With Brazil importing great wines from Chile and Argentina and also producing some great wines of its own, Packaging Strategies sees a solution for selling wine alongside beer during Carnaval.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106344 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106344-a-missed-opportunity-for-canned-wine-packaging-in-brazil In this article, Gary Tee of TIPA explains how offering compostable packaging materials alongside recyclable offerings can provide a premium differentiator for converters and improve the lifecycle for flexible packaging. In this article, Gary Tee of TIPA explains how offering compostable packaging materials alongside recyclable offerings can provide a premium differentiator for converters and improve the lifecycle for flexible packaging.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106343 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106343-compostable-packaging-growth-and-market-opportunities addingtonb@bnpmedia.com (Brad Addington) Celebrating 30 years as a B2B journalist, I’ve revisited earnings reports to find insights on packaging. Focused on sustainability and brand strategies, I’ve uncovered compelling highlights that showcase industry innovation. Celebrating 30 years as a B2B journalist, I’ve revisited earnings reports to find insights on packaging. Focused on sustainability and brand strategies, I’ve uncovered compelling highlights that showcase industry innovation.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106298 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106298-top-100-food-and-beverage-packaging-companies-of-2026 addingtonb@bnpmedia.com (Brad Addington) In 2025, key advancements in foodservice packaging included Eco-Products' compostable packaging for the San Francisco Giants, HERMA's high-speed labeling for salad clamshells, BiOrigin's oil and grease resistant paper, and Amcor's mono-material polypropylene meal tray for France's recycling system. Discover these innovations below. In 2025, key advancements in foodservice packaging included Eco-Products' compostable packaging for the San Francisco Giants, HERMA's high-speed labeling for salad clamshells, BiOrigin's oil and grease resistant paper, and Amcor's mono-material polypropylene meal tray for France's recycling system. Discover these innovations below.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106316 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106316-game-changing-innovations-from-san-francisco-to-france Wes Bradford of Propelis says the future of converting belongs to the complexity-ready. Wes Bradford of Propelis says the future of converting belongs to the complexity-ready.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106307 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106307-the-new-scale-in-flexible-packaging-winning-by-mastering-complexity Automation is becoming vital in the packaging industry, streamlining production and enhancing quality assurance. This month, we explore major advancements in automation within the sector. Automation is becoming vital in the packaging industry, streamlining production and enhancing quality assurance. This month, we explore major advancements in automation within the sector.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106303 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106303-use-of-automation-continues-to-expand-in-packaging-industry addingtonb@bnpmedia.com (Brad Addington) In this interview, Dan Gladden of Interact Brands shares a textbook case of successfully shepherding a direct-to-consumer brand onto retail shelves. In this interview, Dan Gladden of Interact Brands shares a textbook case of successfully shepherding a direct-to-consumer brand onto retail shelves.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106294 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106294-expanding-brands-from-direct-to-consumer-into-retail addingtonb@bnpmedia.com (Brad Addington) Todd Meussling and Natalie Kaczorowski of Fresh-Lock offer a peek at which closure options are currently most popular among converters who are looking to improve flexible packaging sustainability. Todd Meussling and Natalie Kaczorowski of Fresh-Lock offer a peek at which closure options are currently most popular among converters who are looking to improve flexible packaging sustainability.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106282 Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106282-converting-trends-series-sustainable-closures addingtonb@bnpmedia.com (Brad Addington) In this interview, WPO President Luciana Pellegrino shares some of the initiatives that the organization will be undertaking in 2026. In this interview, WPO President Luciana Pellegrino shares some of the initiatives that the organization will be undertaking in 2026.

]]> http://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106281 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.packagingstrategies.com/articles/106281-podcast-world-packaging-organizations-outlook-for-2026