Packaging

Laser Engraving: Custom Branded Packaging

Creative Branding with Laser EngravingWe were first introduced to XTool laser imprinting from our customer, Euco Solid Shampoo & Conditioner. Their packaging looked so...

Ball’s new CEO talks volume runway with added US, European assets

It was Ball’s first earnings call since Ron Lewis took over as CEO and Daniel Rabbitt became CFO. The company just gained two Benepack...

New year, new label: PP cup recyclability status changes

The new How2Recycle labels will start rolling out on PP cups this year. Years of collaboration between Starbucks, WM and others resulted in meeting the...

The packaging industry outlook for 2026

Take a closer look at some of the biggest topics and trends that industry leaders expect will shape commodity markets, dealmaking and the future...

EPR retains packaging policy spotlight in 2026

Industry groups are largely focused on state action in the Northeast. Meanwhile, labeling discussions are gaining ground at the federal level. Source: https://www.packagingdive.com/news/packaging-policy-regulation-2026-extended-producer-responsibility-labeling/810561/

International Paper expects at least 7 closures, 700+ layoffs in 2026

The cuts in the Europe, Middle East and Africa business are part of IP’s ongoing optimization plan. Source: https://www.packagingdive.com/news/international-paper-q4-full-year-2025-packaging-earnings/810814/

Plastic scrap imports add to ‘perfect storm’ hitting domestic PCR

Against a backdrop of rising imports, pricing competition and tariff confusion, an unprecedented number of domestic PET reclaimers closed last year. In 2026, expect...

Greif emphasizes cost-cutting, organic growth in 2026

Weak industrial demand impacted Greif’s performance across metals, closures, fibers and customized polymers. The company is forging ahead on cost optimization efforts, but is...

CAA readies California EPR program plan without finalized rules or needs assessment

Circular Action Alliance says it’s forging ahead but is between a rock and a hard place, as business and environmental advocacy representatives also worry...

PCA is first major containerboard producer with price increase in 2026

Analysts expected at least one increase this year as operating rates rise following a 10% capacity pullback in North America. Cascades also announced an...

The top 4 areas AI can benefit packaging circularity today: CGF report

An estimated 30% of companies are leveraging artificial intelligence today and 70% see the greatest impact in the packaging design stage, market analysis and...

California’s ‘truth in labeling’ law creates uncertainty about carton recycling

SB 343 is slated to take effect in October. Carton advocates and environmental groups disagree over future markets and labeling for the material. Source: https://www.packagingdive.com/news/carton-recycling-truth-in-labeling-law-carton-council/810165/

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