Meet Kate Gilpin, Product Manager of Luxury Packaging for James Cropper.

The gradual commercialization of Near Field Communication products show how companies like Thin Film Electronics (Thinfilm) are pushing the integration of electronic intelligence into everyday products such as packaging labels.

Several prevailing discussion points continue to surface as I enter into conversations with snack food and bakery industry colleagues these days, and one that frequently rises to the top is portion control.

The shift from rigid to flexible packaging has been evident for some time now – and it’s only growing.

Packaging machinery sales in the U.S. grew 4.8 percent in 2016, reaching a total of $9.8 billion, according to the “2017 State of the Industry – US Packaging Machinery” report, produced by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing.

Packaging innovations are helping to drive growth in the beverage market, according to the “Beverage Packaging and Innovation Trends” report published by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies.

Environmentally conscious consumers are looking for packaging that uses fewer resources and less energy than other forms of packaging. Flexible packaging minimizes transport costs between the converter, packager/filler, retailer and end user.

Despite being surrounded in controversy, the U.S. cannabis industry is experiencing rapid growth. Experts estimate legal cannabis will grow from $7.3 billion to $24.5 billion between 2016 and 2020. Currently, 65 percent of cannabis sales stem from medical marijuana.

Women comprise nearly half of the working population (47.5 percent), yet they are underrepresented in the manufacturing industry — making up only about one-third of the manufacturing workforce in the United States.

Smart packaging is developing rapidly. A major factor driving the growth of the smart packaging market is increasing demand for packaging that indicates and maintains product quality throughout the supply chain.

Flexible packaging accounts for 19 percent of the overall packaging market and is expected to grow at a rate of 3.9 percent CAGR by 2023, according to the 2019 Flexible Packaging Marketing Assessment by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies.

PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, established the Packaging & Processing Women’s Leadership Network (PPWLN) to recruit, retain and advance women’s careers in packaging and processing.

Sustainability impacts the conversation around packaging as consumers become progressively more aware of the impact brands have on the environment. Sustainability is especially important among younger consumers.

Sustainable solutions continue to be a top priority for consumer packaging goods (CPG) companies.

Do you know how to prepare your packaging for the grocery side of e-commerce? This Q&A, with Tetra Pak's Alexandre de Souza Carvalho, will answer this question and more for food and beverage manufacturers, producers and retailers.

Some consumer packaged goods brands have been asked by Amazon in recent months to overhaul their product packaging to be greener, sturdier and cheaper to ship, according to Forbes.

The glass container industry’s key indicators in North America remained generally stable between 2017 and 2018, with continued opportunities for growth in 2019 in the spirits, food and craft beverages markets.

World Packaging Organisation has announced the 214 winners of the WorldStar Packaging Awards 2020. The judging session was held in Bali in November, during the 2nd WPO Board Meeting of 2019. 

Dalston’s Soda worked with B&B studio to design outer boxes for shipping that reinforce its ‘soda with soul’ brand positioning. The delivery boxes help create further brand love from existing online buyers, while introducing new consumers to the brand’s values and personality.

The free webinar on Mar. 25 will examine the transition from plastic to paperboard for multipacks.

The company cites a study where its Fillbee reusable packaging cut CO₂ emissions by nearly two-thirds compared to conventional beverage packaging.

Going forward, Rauch brand beverages – whose bottles are made from 100% rPET – will also be presented in supermarkets in trays made of 70% PCR (post-consumer recycled) rPET material.

In addition to management changes, the company announced significant investments in new equipment, including a new BOBST 64" Masterflute In-Line Laminator to be installed in the company's Sacramento facility.

Amcor has opened its European Innovation Center in Belgium. The facility will partner with brands and retailers from across the region to design packaging that delivers better results for consumers and the environment alike.

In his new role at KM Packaging, Penney will manage the customer journey from the time an order is placed until it reaches its destination.

This innovative solution reduces the carbon footprint of the packaging by 38% and marks a stride in environmental stewardship by eliminating the use of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) in their portfolio.

Returning to Swissotel Chicago, Sustainability in Packaging US 2025 will take place March 5-7

This expansion positions Nefab to provide a full range of sustainable packaging solutions tailored to the Lithium-Ion battery (LiB), E-mobility, and automotive sectors. 

Acquisition broadens TransPak’s capabilities in custom packaging for military, aerospace and high-value equipment.

Winpak will utilize NOVA’s recycled polyethylene (rPE) to manufacture and distribute high-quality packaging materials for the protection of perishable foods, beverages, and personal care products.

Company’s packaging concept eliminates the need for separate parts, like caps, and reduces material waste by utilizing a single mono-material – polypropylene (PP) – that ensures easy recycling.

With deep industry and engineering expertise, Greg Marsh will take over as Packaging Industry Manager, while Mark Ruberg is elevated to focus on end users with Beckhoff’s global packaging team.

Anyone associated with pharmaceuticals and packaging is likely aware President Trump signed the SUPPORT Act recently. The Substance Use–Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities Act, also known as SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act, includes a specific address to the type of packaging that should be utilized to stem the tide on opioid addiction.

Consumers are looking for convenience in poultry products due to smaller households and busy schedules. There is high demand for microwave-safe, flexible packaging options and designs with resealable closures, such as zippers, and small portions. As well, poultry packaging manufacturers are introducing innovative products that now include intelligent technologies.

Sabri Demirel has just been appointed new managing director of Romaco North America. He succeeds Charles Ravalli, who retired in April 2019. 

Based on the new State of the Industry U.S. Packaging Machinery Report infographic by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, domestic shipments of packaging machinery is forecast to grow at a nearly 4% CAGR through 2024.

Covectra designed the AuthentiTrack solution to ensure product integrity. It is intended to combat counterfeiting and diversion across a wide range of industries including food & beverage, electronics, fashion, cosmetics, luxury goods and more.

As the saying goes, you only get one chance to make a first impression. In the packaging world, flexible packaging is considered by many to be the optimal way for a company to put its best foot forward.

According to a recent study from market research firm Global Market Insights, the advanced packaging market is set to grow from its current market value of more than $25 billion to over $40 billion by 2026, gaining remarkable traction over the 2020 to 2026 period.

Collaboration offers Praxis customers access to enhanced product tracing to meet compliance requirements such as the FDA-mandated DSCSA (Drug Supply Chain Security Act) regulation with a November 2024 enforcement deadline.

The packaging industry supports pharmaceutical and health sectors, with serialization playing a transformative role in ensuring compliance with regulations.

The global packaging adhesives market is projected to register a CAGR of over 5 percent in terms of value during the forecast period 2017–2026. The first five-year cumulative revenue is projected to be U.S. $40,237.5 Mn, which is expected to increase over second five years.

Tamper evident packaging is a stalwart of safety and awareness in packaging. It features strong materials that keep the products inside safe and alerts consumers to contamination or foul play. But what exactly is it? 

Building on the success of Rippatape – the original market-leading tape-based opening device for board and paper-based packaging – Essentra Tear Tapes has launched Rippatape X.

Key benefits include an innovative tank construction that ensures uniform melt temperatures with no hotspots, char or waste; a horizontal piston pump design that provides consistent, direct adhesive feed; and a high efficiency design that uses 60% less energy and 50% less compressed air than comparable systems. 

The heavy-duty packaging tape is designed for sealing high-value packages, 100% recycled corrugated cardboard.

In this interview, two experts at Sun Chemical discuss the evolution and commercial breakthroughs of inks, coatings and adhesives and how they are helping the flexible packaging sector achieve sustainability.

Injection-molded cups that until now were made out of PP can now also be offered in up to 100% r-PET – an advantage of which is as much as a four-fold reduction in CO2e emissions compared to other materials.

The dairy product manufacturer’s ambitious sustainability goals include making packaging 100% recyclable and closing material loops by 2027.

Mondi’s mono-material solution provides high barriers against oxygen and water vapors, keeping the product fresh on the supermarket shelf.