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Snacking takes a hit as consumer spending shifts to food staples
PepsiCo, Mondelēz and Campbell’s are among the companies that noted a slowdown in chips, cookies and other treats as shoppers prioritize essentials such as meats and eggs.
By Christopher Doering • May 22, 2025 -
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Ball CFO to depart after less than 2 years in role
Ball will rely on a longtime executive to serve as interim CFO upon Howard Yu’s departure next month.
By Katie Pyzyk • May 22, 2025 -
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Can Manufacturers Institute to get new president as longtime leader retires
A leader from within CMI’s ranks will take over next month for President Robert Budway, who is retiring after nearly 40 years with the association.
By Katie Pyzyk • May 21, 2025 -
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Fiber producers see pricing upside for late 2025 amid capacity, tariff changes
A temporary reduction in tariffs with China and upcoming mill closures by Georgia-Pacific and others could contribute to pricing and demand improvements in the second half of the year, according to analysts.
By Katie Pyzyk • May 20, 2025 -
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Domtar nears decision on converting Quebec mill to containerboard
The company did not confirm an official decision yet, but union Unifor says the investment tentatively is a go. Analysts note a current containerboard oversupply, but conditions could change by the time a conversion is complete.
By Katie Pyzyk • May 19, 2025 -
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Georgia-Pacific to cut 535 jobs in containerboard mill closure
The company doesn’t believe this mill in Cedar Springs, Georgia, can competitively serve customers in the long-term. While most employees will be let go by August, some will remain to assist with the facility shutdown.
By Katie Pyzyk • Updated May 14, 2025 -
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Amid industry frustration about fiber price indexes, Bloomberg presents alternative
Existing pricing indexes haven’t kept up with changes in fiber manufacturing and sales over the last several decades, so Bloomberg developed an alternative, according to speakers on Tuesday’s webinar introducing the index.
By Katie Pyzyk • May 14, 2025 -
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Ameripen names new executive director
The new head has a background in food service packaging and sustainability work and will lead the association “through one of the most consequential periods for packaging policy in U.S. history.”
By Maria Rachal • May 13, 2025 -
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International Paper to restructure footprint along US-Mexico border
Two facility closures in Texas will accompany investments in that state and in Mexico. Although the closures mean some employees are slated to be laid off, the company said new positions will open due to the investments.
By Katie Pyzyk • May 12, 2025 -
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Sealed Air says USMCA exemption minimizes tariff exposure, touts turnaround plans
The protective and food packaging company’s results were down year over year, but CEO Dustin Semach said there are signs of improvement and noted a recent investment in sales staff to regain market share.
By Cole Rosengren • May 8, 2025 -
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Ball says tariff impacts so far have been minimal
The aluminum can manufacturer’s global shipments rose 2.6% during the first quarter, thanks in part to market strength in Europe and growth in non-alcoholic beverages.
By Maria Rachal • May 7, 2025 -
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O-I says glass supply chains are a strength amid aluminum tariffs
The Ohio-based company saw shipments grow in Q1, driven in part by advanced purchasing ahead of new tariffs. But in Europe, O-I is curtailing production.
By Maria Rachal • May 5, 2025 -
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Smurfit Westrock, GPI, Hood Container announced facility closures in April
Case Paper Co. also disclosed a change to its footprint. Additionally, O-I Glass shared that it’s reevaluating its operations in France.
By Maria Rachal • May 5, 2025 -
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Consumer spending slumps pull down Graphic Packaging’s results
Already cost-stressed consumers further curbed spending in Q1, including at quick-service restaurants, and customer promotions didn’t help, Graphic Packaging International CEO Mike Doss said on the company’s earnings call.
By Katie Pyzyk • May 2, 2025 -
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Smurfit Westrock invests in converting, cuts other production
Footprint optimization continues nine months post merger. Meanwhile, Smurfit Westrock has felt little material impact from tariffs, in part due to recent supply chain reconfiguration, executives said on Thursday’s earnings call.
By Katie Pyzyk • May 1, 2025 -
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Greif to close Los Angeles mill, end West Coast coated paperboard production
Closing the mill, which manufactures CRB and URB, will affect an estimated 72 employees. The move is part of a multiyear cost reduction plan.
By Katie Pyzyk • Updated May 1, 2025 -
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Amcor completes acquisition of Berry Global
On an earnings call late Wednesday, Amcor executives detailed intentions for cost reductions and pruning the portfolio, as well as current demand weakness.
By Maria Rachal • Updated May 1, 2025 -
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Sonoco scales global metal packaging business, downplays tariff exposure
The company is progressing on the integration of Eviosys, now known as Sonoco Metal Packaging EMEA. Europe now accounts for nearly 40% of Sonoco’s business, executives noted.
By Maria Rachal • April 30, 2025 -
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International Paper sees Q1 sales boost despite economic uncertainty
Much of the uptick occurred due to IP’s acquisition of DS Smith in January. Meantime, CEO Andy Silvernail reflected on the company’s transformation during his one year at the helm.
By Katie Pyzyk • April 30, 2025 -
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Packaging manufacturers post Q1 results
Discussions of tariff impacts are a through line in earnings calls so far. Catch up on commentary from Sealed Air, Ball, Graphic Packaging International, Smurfit Westrock and more.
By Packaging Dive Staff • Updated May 8, 2025 -
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Crown cautiously optimistic for 2025 growth
The cans manufacturer raised guidance for 2025 after a stronger than expected first quarter. Speaking on tariffs, Crown Holdings executives also quantified estimates for direct and indirect impacts.
By Maria Rachal • April 29, 2025 -
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Ardagh Metal Packaging expects ‘minimal impact’ from tariffs
Domestic sourcing, regional production and consumption, lack of empty-can imports and cost pass-throughs in contracts are all benefiting the company, executives said.
By Maria Rachal • 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.
By Maria Rachal • April 23, 2025 -
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PCA’s packaging sales surge despite tariffs’ drag on demand
Packaging Corporation of America says it achieved a revenue milestone in Q1, with bookings and billings also up in Q2 so far. But economic uncertainty is prompting an adjustment to maintenance outage schedules.
By Katie Pyzyk • April 23, 2025 -
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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.
By Katie Pyzyk • April 22, 2025
