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Packaging innovations: Twinings gets canned, Black Cow’s udderly different vodka packaging
Plus, e.l.f. Cosmetics makes changes to boost product accessibility and Sensei Farms ditches its plastic clamshells.
By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 12, 2024 -
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Aug. 12, 2024 -
Layoffs and closures at Placon, Supremex, WestRock announced in July
Announcements appeared to slow down from May and June, but New York, North Carolina and New Mexico are among the states where cuts are taking place.
By Maria Rachal • Aug. 6, 2024 -
Starbucks, Huhtamaki partner on compostable cold cup lids
The double-walled paperboard cups have a bioplastic liner, and the lids are made from molded fiber. Two states with local mandates are targets of the initial rollout.
By Katie Pyzyk • Updated Aug. 9, 2024 -
Smurfit Westrock executives detail which legacy business segments are under evaluation
The integration will take time. Executives from the legacy business of Ireland-based Smurfit Kappa “can't just come over and sprinkle some dust ... and everybody is going to change their way,” said Smurfit Westrock CFO Ken Bowles.
By Katie Pyzyk • July 31, 2024 -
Packaging companies delve into Q2 results
Catch up on insights from executives at SEE, Berry Global, Pactiv Evergreen, Sonoco and more.
By Packaging Dive Staff • Updated Aug. 13, 2024 -
Paper, plastic industries react to major Supreme Court decisions
The American Forest & Paper Association and the Plastics Industry Association shared their thinking after rulings staying EPA’s “Good Neighbor” plan and overturning the longstanding Chevron doctrine.
By Maria Rachal • July 25, 2024 -
Smurfit Westrock and others set to raise fiber prices in August
Upcoming increases on multiple fiber grades, set to take effect in August, are the latest development in an ongoing push-pull between converters and the Fastmarkets RISI index.
By Cole Rosengren • July 18, 2024 -
Q&A
Departing WestRock CEO Sewell reflects on his tenure and company’s future
In an interview, David Sewell discussed fiber pricing trends, infrastructure investment strategies, the importance of innovation and highlights from his time at the helm of WestRock, which comes to an end July 5.
By Katie Pyzyk • July 2, 2024 -
Ardagh, McKinley, Tupperware among large layoff announcers in June
Packaging companies disclosed more than 1,000 layoffs that will take place across the U.S. this summer and fall, according to state filings.
By Maria Rachal • July 1, 2024 -
WestRock breaks ground on highly automated Wisconsin ‘superplant’ for corrugated boxes
The facility, one of WestRock’s largest investments this year, is strategically placed to serve the Midwest. CEO David Sewell told Packaging Dive that this superplant concept helps increase regional efficiencies.
By Katie Pyzyk • June 28, 2024 -
Second round of fiber product price increases appears to be taking hold
As packaging producers continue to announce summer price increases for multiple fiber grades, some analysts hint that the “cardboard box recession” might be coming to an end.
By Katie Pyzyk • June 25, 2024 -
Ardagh Glass closing Houston facility with 220 workers, citing ‘beer market conditions’
Also in July the company will be indefinitely curtailing production at a Seattle site servicing wine customers, impacting another 244 employees. Ardagh detailed ongoing challenges in both the beer and wine markets.
By Katie Pyzyk , Maria Rachal • June 25, 2024 -
Digitally printed, rightsized boxes could change the shape of e-commerce
EFI and Packsize collaborated on a system they say checks the right boxes to boost packaging customization, which can help brands connect with consumers and improve sustainability.
By Katie Pyzyk • June 18, 2024 -
North America’s 2 largest URB producers to raise prices
Greif and Sonoco’s recent announcements about increases for uncoated recycled board are the latest in a string of fiber price hikes this year. They may not be the last.
By Katie Pyzyk • June 12, 2024 -
Billerud’s decision to scrap $1B cartonboard plant could signal further sector pullbacks
While Billerud’s reversal could be positive for competitors like Graphic Packaging, Greif and Westrock, an overall soft boxboard market could result in more delays and cancelations for the sector, industry observers say.
By Katie Pyzyk • June 5, 2024 -
US packaging manufacturers announced more than 600 layoffs in May
Genpak, Georgia-Pacific and Graphic Packaging were among the companies that filed WARN notices. Closures are happening in states including Illinois, Michigan, New York, North Carolina, Ohio and Wisconsin.
By Maria Rachal • June 3, 2024 -
Suzano and International Paper address deal rumors, details still unclear
Executives acknowledged a potential transaction for the first time this week, but made clear that no formal offer is in place. Analysts speculate that Suzano may specifically be interested in IP’s Global Cellulose Fibers business.
By Cole Rosengren • May 23, 2024 -
Q&A
Tetra Pak training center expansion offers ‘golden opportunity’ for employee engagement
Fabio Raffone, a company vice president, describes how virtual and hands-on training sessions help to build the workforce of the future while reducing turnover.
By Katie Pyzyk • May 21, 2024 -
GE Appliances embarks on 5 new packaging sustainability goals
The company aims to eliminate expanded polystyrene and make all packaging recyclable. In 2023, it processed 1 million pounds of plastic scrap to use in manufacturing new products.
By Katie Pyzyk • May 16, 2024 -
Mauser Packaging to exit US aerosol can manufacturing
While the Illinois-based company is considering a potential sale or merger for the business, workers at multiple plants are expected to lose their jobs.
By Maria Rachal • May 15, 2024 -
Upcoming round of linerboard price increases marks fiber companies’ second attempt in 2024
Companies including Cascades, Georgia-Pacific, Pratt Industries and WestRock plan to join International Paper in raising linerboard prices in June, following a lack of recognition for earlier increases, analysts say.
By Katie Pyzyk • May 13, 2024 -
PCA to appeal $91.8M payout verdict for Louisiana plant explosion
Packaging Corporation of America believes its insurance will cover the cost of damages in the latest lawsuit over a deadly 2017 explosion at a pulp mill in DeRidder, Louisiana.
By Katie Pyzyk • May 9, 2024 -
As 40+ mills accept paper cups, advocates turn to boosting residential recycling acceptance
Only 11% of U.S. communities accept paper cups in residential recycling programs. Mills play a “pivotal role” in advancing acceptance, according to the NextGen Consortium and Foodservice Packaging Institute.
By Katie Pyzyk • May 8, 2024 -
Strike at Silgan Containers food can plant is ongoing, USW says
Around 100 workers at an Edison, New Jersey, facility are involved. Some of the biggest areas of contention relate to the contract's cost-sharing for health insurance and overtime provisions, according to United Steelworkers.
By Maria Rachal • May 6, 2024