Packaging

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...

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...

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...

‘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 the industry. Source: https://www.packagingdive.com/news/pmi-september-2025-tariffs-weak-demand/761639/

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. Source: https://www.packagingdive.com/news/september-closures-layoffs-domtar-jindal-pregis-billerud/761505/

Top packaging trade shows in 2026

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

Why Customized Food Containers Are Changing the Takeout Industry

In today’s crowded food service landscape, where customers have endless options for takeout and delivery, standing out is no longer optional – it’s essential....

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. Source: https://www.packagingdive.com/news/closed-loop-temperpack-10M-loan-packaging-foam-alternative/761456/

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...

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