Packaging

Circular Action Alliance projects spending up to $123 million from producer funding for recycling projects through 2027, including money for new recycling carts, collection...

The private equity purchase takes Sealed Air private. Analysts are watching closely to see how CD&R rolls the packaging company into its portfolio and whether...

Switching all sourcing to the U.S. is nearly impossible, manufacturers and consumer brands say. In 2026, here’s how some CPGs are thinking about savvy...

Uncertainty from the Iran war and other factors is harshing the “positive vibe” from early in Q1. Most categories driving box demand aren’t doing...

Fried foods remain some of the most popular items in takeout, delivery, and prepared-food programs because they are flavorful, craveable, and easy to build...

Only a small percentage of companies that might be entitled to refunds have sued, while others have filed administrative claims or taken no action...

The judge also clarified who else is covered by a preliminary injunction. Oregon regulators recently painted a picture of financial uncertainty for the program...

Updated Section 232 tariffs take effect Monday. Canmakers aren’t getting the targeted relief they wanted, although items like aluminum lids will be subject to lower rates. Source: https://www.packagingdive.com/news/section-232-tariffs-adjustments-aluminum-steel-cans-lids/816643/

Plus, Blueland adds some plant-based zip to its pouches, PulPac brings plastic-like dry molded fiber to bottle caps, and UFP Packaging launches nail-free crates. Source: https://www.packagingdive.com/news/packaging-innovations-dawn-sunset-blueland-pulpac-ufp/816370/

Goods made entirely of the metals will still face a 50% tariff, but the levy will be reduced to 25% for certain derivative goods,...

While deals are still being announced, they’re coming at a slower pace than analysts had expected — in part due to war-related uncertainty. Meanwhile,...

Running a quick service restaurant (QSR) means every second counts. Customers expect meals that are hot, fresh, and easy to eat on the go....