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Sephora, Ulta recycling partner Pact reports lower diversion volumes, higher engagement in 2023
Pact Collective attributed much of the volume decline to a year-over-year drop in the amount of obsolete inventory and unsellable goods collected. The nonprofit said this bulk material has huge potential for upcycling in 2024.
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Manufacturing is ‘highly likely in our next growth cycle’: March PMI
The industry was buoyed by a rise in demand and production rates last month, encouraging manufacturers to invest more in capacity.
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P&G, Dow pursue dissolution technology for recycling rigid, flexible, multilayer plastic packaging
The in-development technology represents neither mechanical nor advanced recycling, according to Dow. The intent is for the resulting material to be of “near-virgin quality” with a lower greenhouse gas emissions footprint.
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Packaging innovations: Zespri’s kiwi pillbox, Capri-Sun’s recyclable pouch
Plus, 3M’s modified mailer material offers plastic-free protection, and Greif partners with CDF Corp. on an intermediate bulk container redesign.
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Q&A
Gravis looks to lead B2B bulk transportation packaging market in North America
The private equity-backed company recently launched as a combined platform with six acquired companies, including Bagwell and Bulk Lift International. New CEO Vishal Rao outlines plans to grow in the FIBC market.
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How IT and OT can team up on cybersecurity in manufacturing: PMMI
The association and partners also highlighted post-pandemic investment in remote services at Pack Expo East.
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Acquisition of DS Smith
Bidding war speculation brews as International Paper proposes DS Smith acquisition
IP’s more than $7 billion proposal comes as next week’s deadline approaches for Mondi to make a formal offer for DS Smith.
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Best practices for using rPET in beverage containers: ISBT
“Everybody wants to utilize more recycled material,” but differences emerge based on output source and application, said Lee Malvitz, presenting for the International Society of Beverage Technologists during Pack Expo East.
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Emerald bullish on PCR as produce packaging company marks transition
Co-owner Jim Kelly is stepping down from his EVP role as he reflects on decades of innovation in the produce market. The family business looks to forge ahead on recycled content implementation in flexible packaging.
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PCR procurement platform Circular eyes expansion with $10.5M in funding
Circular plans to expand internationally, add employees and introduce materials besides plastics to the platform.
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International Paper, O-I Glass win DOE funds for industrial decarbonization
Targeting “difficult-to-decarbonize sectors,” the Biden administration calls its 33 project awards “the largest investment in industrial decarbonization in American history.” Diageo, Eastman, Gallo Glass and ExxonMobil are also recipients.
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Material reduction, enhanced recyclability anchor Hain Celestial’s new packaging targets
The CPG company behind Celestial Seasonings tea and Terra chips set targets to reduce virgin packaging materials and packaging waste while increasing recyclability.
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Packaging innovations: Aldi wine bottles flatten out, Baileys bottles lighten up
Plus, Atlantic Packaging brings fiber zip ties to North America; Seaman Paper launches stretchable fiber pallet wrap; and PulPac’s partnership results in a fiber coffee cup lid.
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4 packaging facilities receive EPA recognition for energy efficiency
Energy Star certifications recognize the nation’s most energy-efficient manufacturing facilities, with only the top 25% most energy-efficient plants in their sector achieving this status.
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Bioplastics player Verde Bioresins terminates SPAC deal
The California-based company, which sells a “PolyEarthylene” alternative to virgin plastics, sought to scale up production more quickly by going public. The deal was called off this month after multiple delays.
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Amcor CEO retiring due to health reasons
The company’s chief commercial officer will serve as interim CEO during the search for Ron Delia’s permanent replacement.
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Federal judge dismisses $600M environmental lawsuit against Graphic Packaging
The judge did not believe the plaintiffs’ attorney made a convincing case that GPI and government officials harmed residents of Kalamazoo, Michigan, with toxic emissions. Now, that attorney faces possible punishment.
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EPA limits for fine particulate matter emissions rattle packaging industry, prompt appeal
Changes to the PM 2.5 National Ambient Air Quality Standards could affect multiple states. The American Chemistry Council, American Forest & Paper Association and others recently petitioned for legal review.
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Flexible Film Recycling Alliance launches with focus on drop-off programs
The initiative, backed by the Plastics Industry Association, intends to improve film recycling from consumer, commercial and industrial perspectives.
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From Coke to Hershey, CPGs search for their sweet spot in pack size
Consumers are increasingly interested in smaller portion sizes, as well as value-priced multipacks, for their snacks and soda. These changing sizes can have implications from production to recycling.
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International Paper names Andrew Silvernail as next CEO
Silvernail will take over in May for Mark Sutton, who is stepping down after four decades with the company.
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Gem-Pack partners with BADP to develop biodegradable berry clamshells
The enzymes added to the PET clamshells will allow the containers to completely break down after use, thus creating a more sustainable berry container, the companies say.
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Questions remain after FDA says market phase-out complete for PFAS in paper food packaging material
The agency said certain grease-proofing substances used on wrappers and containers are no longer being sold by manufacturers for food contact in the U.S. Others credited state leadership on the issue for driving change.
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Packaging innovations: DS Smith’s fiber fish carrier, Monterey Mushrooms’ color change
Plus, Chlorophyll Water ramps up its recycled content; Pregis flexes its fiber muscle; and Eco-Products combats composting contamination.
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Deep Dive
Compostable packaging take-back programs aim to ease consumer burden, boost recovery
As compostable packaging rollouts outpace access to collection, more companies are looking to make collection less confusing via mail-in or pick-up programs.
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