Packaging

US plans 30% tariffs on EU, Mexico

President Donald Trump unveiled the new duty rates, set to begin Aug. 1, in separate letters shared on social media. Source: https://www.packagingdive.com/news/trump-tariffs-mexico-eu-aug-1/752924/

Sculpting change: GFL helps Wilder Institute/ Calgary Zoo raise awareness about ocean pollution

Through its Full Circle Project, GFL is supporting the Wilder Institute/ Calgary Zoo’s Washed Ashore exhibit—a collection of captivating, larger-than-life wildlife sculptures that are...

Packaging innovations: Absolut tops itself with fiber, Aldi is glued to its beer

Plus, Amcor divides up its trays and BiOrigin Specialty Products helps food service operators block grease. Source: https://www.packagingdive.com/news/packaging-innovations-absolut-aldi-amcor-biorigin/752661/

US plans 35% tariffs on Canada imports

President Donald Trump said the duties will take effect Aug. 1 while decrying the country’s retaliatory levies to U.S. tariffs.  Source: https://www.packagingdive.com/news/trump-tariffs-canada-aug-1-carney/752818/

Insights from the 2025 Packaging Recycling Summit

Catch up on Packaging Dive’s coverage from the third annual event, including about industry collaborations, prioritizing consumers and the scramble to meet extended producer responsibility...

‘Please don’t blame the consumer’: Recycling partners urged to recenter messaging

Brands, packaging companies and recyclers must cater to consumers to improve recycling rates, said Packaging Recycling Summit speakers. When recycling isn’t convenient, the “wheels fall...

Packaging M&A may not rise until next year, analysts say

Deal volume has been somewhat similar in 2025 as in 2024. Tariff uncertainty could dampen growth in the months to come, analysts note. Source: https://www.packagingdive.com/news/packaging-2025-tariffs-deals-capstone-sp/752466/

Packaging suppliers respond to QSR diners hungry for a better experience

Manufacturers are working with their restaurant customers to improve takeout, as well as sustainability opportunities for food service ware. Source: https://www.packagingdive.com/news/qsr-food-service-packaging-demand-shift-sustainability/751924/

Member portrait: Vioneo

Every month, we present 5 facts about a member of European Bioplastics. This time, Judy Hicks, Vice President for Corporate Affairs at Vioneo, shares...

Save the date: Sustainable packaging summit

The Sustainable Packaging Summit 2025 is back — and the agenda is officially live! From 10–12 November at the Jaarbeurs Centre in Utrecht, join...

Amazon releases waste diversion metrics as part of larger sustainability plan

The company says it reached an 85% waste diversion rate in 2024. Amazon’s waste and biodiversity director, Justine Mahler, says that’s driven partly by...

Ultrasound-assisted production of lignin nanoparticles (BIOMAC)

Open the documentThe transition to a sustainable bioeconomy requires the development and validation of innovative technologies that exploit renewable resources while minimizing environmental impact....

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