Packaging

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/

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/

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...

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....

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/

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...

The pair of funding announcements signals continued investment in both public and private organics recycling initiatives, including for compostable packaging. Source: https://www.packagingdive.com/news/closed-loop-partners-compost-grants-refed-catalytic-funding/761372/

Otura® is an innovative bioplastic compound based on an agricultural byproduct that has hardly been used to date: oat hulls. These are a residual...

Plus, Mondi expands high-contrast digital printing, Stora Enso’s SBS goes high end, and Fiberdom joins Kiefel in blowing the lid off dry molded fiber. Source: https://www.packagingdive.com/news/packaging-innovations-digital-link-frogtape-mondi-stora-enso-fiberdom-kiefel/761106/

State regulators released a preliminary list of entities, including packaging manufacturers, that may have to report under SB 253 and SB 261. Companies that have...

Limited domestic tinplate capacity makes it difficult to source materials for canned goods in the face of steel and aluminum tariffs, according to executives. Source:...