Sonoco’s inaugural TV ads put a lens on packaging’s everyday moments

The company tapped into modern tools such as connected TV. Return on investment has been stronger than expected, said a metal packaging marketing director.

PCA closures in Pennsylvania, North Carolina hit 168 jobs

The end-of-year cuts come as the corrugated specialist also integrates newly acquired assets from Greif’s containerboard network into its U.S. footprint.

Amazon, Walmart, CVS, Target rethink private-label flexible packaging

The retailers teamed up with the Sustainable Packaging Coalition to find alternatives for flexible films with low-barrier requirements. GreenBlue Executive Director Paul Nowak said more categories are on the horizon.

8.5M tons of packaging entered California landfills in 2024: CalRecycle study

The study, mandated by SB 54, sheds light on what percentage of single-use packaging and food ware materials might be diverted from landfills after the state’s extended producer responsibility program kicks in.

Elopak CEO talks US growth

The company has been manufacturing in the U.S. for about five months. CEO Thomas Körmendi said there’s plenty of room to grow in core areas like milk, but sees a future where more soaps and detergents are in cartons.

Packaging innovations: CJ Biomaterials debuts PHA coatings, CNG’s film goes matte

Plus, Design Polymerics switches its pail color and Ball lands an aerosol can certification.

Greif sells timberlands business for $462M

The sale to Molpus Woodlands Group aligns with Greif’s ongoing optimization and cost-reduction efforts.

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Fiber, plastic producers announced closures in September

Closures and layoffs at Domtar, Jindal Films America and Pregis will occur in three states. Meanwhile, Swedish company Billerud is cutting roles in Europe.

‘Not a good sign.’ Weak demand continues amid tariff uncertainty: PMI

In addition to new orders contracting and backlog orders increasing, the government shutdown adds further concerns for manufacturers.

APR launching its 1st total-package recyclability assessment tool

Citing demand from members and EPR-related needs, the Association of Plastic Recyclers’ tool will test packages against the most up-to-date versions of the longstanding Design Guide for Plastics Recyclability.

Top packaging trade shows in 2026

These conferences and events — ranging from smaller-scale niche gatherings to shows bringing together some 50,000 people — promise fresh opportunities for learning and making connections.

Closed Loop to loan TemperPack $10M

This is Closed Loop’s third loan since 2018 for the Virginia-based cold-chain packaging solutions company focused on plant-based alternatives to plastic foam.

California recyclers look for new PET solutions in wake of rPlanet closure

Some recyclers are calling for more direct help from California state lawmakers and agencies, while others say they're choosing between holding onto the material or selling for little profit in the Eastern U.S. or elsewhere.

ReFed, Closed Loop Partners each announce new organics grants

The pair of funding announcements signals continued investment in both public and private organics recycling initiatives, including for compostable packaging.

Graphic Packaging International dismissed from containerboard price-fixing lawsuit

The class-action lawsuit will continue against the other seven defendants who were accused of colluding.

California names companies expected to report emissions, climate risks

State regulators released a preliminary list of entities, including packaging manufacturers, that may have to report under SB 253 and SB 261. Companies that have already completed TCFD reports could have a leg up.

Packaging innovations: FrogTape hops away from plastic, Digital Link gets chatty

Plus, Mondi expands high-contrast digital printing, Stora Enso’s SBS goes high end, and Fiberdom joins Kiefel in blowing the lid off dry molded fiber.

Campbell’s says tariff mitigation strategies can only go so far

Limited domestic tinplate capacity makes it difficult to source materials for canned goods in the face of steel and aluminum tariffs, according to executives.

Philadelphia sues CPGs over plastic bag recyclability claims

City leaders said many of the confusion and contamination issues with SC Johnson and Bimbo Bakeries’ Ziploc and plastic bread bags are what motivated the city to previously ban single-use retail bags.

Aldi launches massive private label rebrand

The grocer is launching its first-ever namesake brand and stamping its name on the packaging of every store brand product in its assortment.

Tariff front-loading buoyed manufacturing in H1, but costs are ahead: OECD

“The impacts of higher tariff rates are yet to be fully felt in the US economy,” according to a report from OECD, a global policy forum. Negative effects from metals tariffs are of particular concern to the packaging industry.

Manufacturers scrutinize supply chains for California scope 3 emissions disclosures

While federal regulations may be on hold, California is moving ahead with greenhouse gas reporting requirements. Packaging companies are digging deep into their data to get ready.

Retirees return to the fold to fill Georgia-Pacific’s labor gaps

While the program helps G-P fill roles, cut overtime costs and retain institutional knowledge, it’s also “a good opportunity” for retirees to make extra income while aiding younger generations, said a participant.

Coca-Cola reports jump in packaging deemed recyclable

The beverage giant’s metrics for recycled plastic ratios and overall virgin plastic volumes both rose in 2024. 

Oil packaging group’s individual program plan approved for Colorado EPR

The Lubricant Packaging Manufacturers Association, which petroleum companies founded last year in response to state EPR laws, hopes there will also be alternative pathways in other states.