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    Tracking packaging mergers and acquisitions in 2025

    Huhtamaki acquired an egg carton specialist in Florida and Packsize bought a Netherlands-based packaging solutions company.

    Updated April 25, 2025
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    TricorBraun names new CEO

    The global packaging supplier is bringing in an executive from the truck equipment sector who previously worked with current head Court Carruthers.

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    Fiber producers could be teeing up another round of price increases

    Analysts say that producers are watching tariffs, and whether the seasonal demand uptick will occur this year, as factors in pricing decisions.

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    Mondelēz reports challenges in lowering virgin plastic

    The snack foods manufacturer detailed gaps between its 2024 virgin and recycled plastic trends and its 2025 targets in an annual report.

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    Packaging groups support combo EPR, bottle bill legislation in Rhode Island

    A commission on plastic bottle waste recommended combo legislation as one path forward. Some packaging and recycling group leaders said in an op-ed that the state “can learn from, and leapfrog, other states” with a new bill.

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    Healthcare packaging an untapped chemical recycling feedstock: report

    The Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council says its multi-year research into chemical recycling for healthcare packaging shows the material is an untapped feedstock that could help overcome collection and processing hurdles.

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    Which packaging companies have shuffled their C-suites in 2025?

    In the first several months of the year, TricorBraun, Sylvamo, Huhtamaki, Sealed Air, Sonoco, Packaging Corporation of America and International Paper have already announced some notable leadership shifts.

    Updated April 24, 2025
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    PCR use still dogged by pricing challenges: report

    The U.S. Plastics Pact released a report with strategies for overcoming barriers to PCR use, including the price disparity between virgin and recycled material.

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    Tariff turmoil: Box demand dips, recession fears rise

    The impact of uncertainty from tariffs already is appearing in the paper and packaging industry, and manufacturers are expressing concern about a potential recession this year, according to analysts.

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    Massachusetts EPR commission sets timeline for packaging discussions

    At its inaugural meeting this week, the MassDEP-led group acknowledged concerns around the state's pace of policy action as well as the complexity of packaging EPR. Recommendations are due to the legislature next January.

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    Frugalpac’s paper wine bottles scale with Target debut

    It’s the first full-scale nationwide rollout of Frugalpac’s paper bottle at a major U.S. retailer, said CEO Malcolm Waugh.

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    Inside The Recycling Partnership’s policy pivot

    Founder Keefe Harrison said the organization’s shift toward recycling policy advocacy has helped spark improvements to recycling systems that can’t be accelerated with grant programs alone.

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    General Mills projects plastic decreases as product portfolio changes

    Availability of food-grade PCR has remained a sticking point, the company suggested. However, it expects the divestiture of its North American yogurt business to decrease its use of flexible and rigid plastics going forward.

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    Sylvamo to shuffle C-suite upon CEO’s retirement

    Sylvamo announced that a new, home-grown leader will take over in January. This comes amid growth for the International Paper spinoff.

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    Duties coming on aluminum containers from China following US trade ruling

    The U.S. government investigated after foil container manufacturers raised issue with imports of trays, lids and more. But U.S. industry is still concerned about Chinese companies transshipping through other countries.

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    EPR for packaging laws: Dates to know

    See the latest updates on producer reporting in Oregon, next steps for SB 54 in California, implementation in Maine, and more.

    Updated April 15, 2025
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    Oregon’s PRO aims to collect more EPR data in April

    At least 1,200 producers have submitted reports in the state, out of more than 2,300 registered with the PRO. Circular Action Alliance hopes to collect more supply data during a grace period following a March 31 reporting deadline.

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    International Paper finds buyer for 5 European box plants

    IP cannot reacquire any of the divested corrugated plants for 10 years, unless the European Commission determines that market conditions have changed. The commission required the sale for approval of IP’s acquisition of DS Smith.

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    Smurfit Westrock to close corrugated plant in Oregon

    Layoffs at the Portland facility will come in waves, with 72 employees affected in the first round. This closure is part of the packaging company's ongoing footprint optimization plan.

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    Weighty issue: GLP-1 drugs are reshaping packaging demand

    Soaring use of these medications for weight loss is shifting demand, including for packaging manufacturers that serve pharma and food customers. Analysts say the game-changer is an opportunity for innovative companies.

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    Morris Packaging, Karat Packaging, Nefab, Saica announce expansions

    From warehouses to converting facilities, expansions cover a variety of plastic and fiber substrates. Paragon Films, Engineered Foam Packaging, Forming Technologies and Graphic Packaging are also among those growing.

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    Packaging innovations: Liquid Death’s ‘Kegs for Pregs,’ Crown has a Moment

    Plus, brand and packaging company collaborations led to new or redesigned packaging from Dole, Henkel, Furminator, Bubbies Ice Cream, Happy Campers, Berlin Packaging, AeroFlexx, Earthcycle and Verde Bioresins.

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    Trump pauses most reciprocal tariffs, hikes China’s further

    The U.S. will now charge a 125% duty on imports from China, while most other countries will be subject to a 10% rate for 90 days.

    Updated April 10, 2025
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    Packaging M&A highlights from Q1

    Packaging Dive followed dozens of deals in the first quarter. Industry observers noted activity in the labels space.

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    JBM Packaging brings training program to Ohio prison

    Moving the machine adjuster training program to the London Correctional Institution in Ohio allowed the company to increase participants’ pay. JBM aims to start real-world envelope production at the site soon.