Packaging

International Paper to build $225M box plant in Mississippi

The new build will replace a nearby aging facility. This aligns with IP’s plan for $1.9 billion in annual capital spending, especially to reconfigure its...

Manufacturing job openings increased to nearly 500K in January

The Bureau of Labor Statistics also released revised data from December 2025, including 10,000 fewer separations than initially reported. Source: https://www.packagingdive.com/news/bls-jolts-jobs-openings-turnovers-separations-january-2026/815332/

Custom Packaging: How Growing Brands Turn Packaging into a Competitive Advantage

Custom packaging refers to packaging specifically designed for a product and brand, rather than using generic boxes or shipping materials. When designed well, it enhances...

Scalable Packaging for Growing Brands

Molded Pulp Packaging—from early-stage to full scaleGrowing brands don’t jump straight to custom packaging—they grow into it. At SPI, we support that journey with...

The Iran war is hitting packaging supply chains. Are the impacts temporary?

Higher fuel and material costs, shipping disruptions and consumer spending are playing into industry impacts. Certain packaging substrates, such as plastics, bear a greater...

Prescription bottle recycling a real pill for the industry

Not many pill bottles are getting recycled in the U.S. despite being made of commonly recyclable material. A new Closed Loop Partners report calls...

California’s recyclability labeling law under fire in new lawsuit

The Flexible Packaging Association and the American Forest & Paper Association are among the plaintiffs seeking a preliminary injunction to block enforcement of SB...

Aptar announces CEO transition

A fellow 30-year veteran of the company, who leads the company’s fast-growing pharma business, will take over when Stephan Tanda retires later this year. Source:...

AICC joins TSNA

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