Packaging World Insights

International Paper has announced a $225 million investment to build a new 468,000 sq ft packaging plant in Mississippi, aimed at modernising its manufacturing footprint. The facility is expected to improve product quality, service reliability, and cost efficiency across the Mid-South region. #PackagingIndustry #Manufacturing #IndustrialInvestment #SupplyChain #CorrugatedPackaging #InternationalPaper

Vöslauer has rolled out Amcor’s tethered closure across the EU, aligning its packaging with Single-Use Plastics Directive requirements while enhancing usability. The design keeps caps attached to bottles, reducing litter and supporting higher recycling rates. #TetheredCaps #SustainablePackaging #CircularEconomy #EURegulations #BeveragePackaging #Recycling

Amcor’s Winterbourne site in the UK has secured ISO 13485 certification, marking a shift from ISO 9001 toward higher regulatory alignment in healthcare packaging. The upgrade supports production for MDR-compliant and CE-marked medical applications. #PharmaPackaging #RegulatoryCompliance #MedicalPackaging #LifeSciences #QualityManagement #UK

FedEx and Returnity have launched a reusable packaging solution for B2B shipping, enabling companies to shift away from single-use corrugated boxes toward circular logistics models. Designed for closed-loop supply chains, the system can cut packaging costs and significantly reduce carbon emissions. #ReusablePackaging #CircularEconomy #SustainablePackaging #SupplyChain #LogisticsInnovation #FedEx

Domino’s Cx150i is advancing direct-to-box printing with a high-resolution inkjet system designed to replace traditional labelling in secondary packaging. By eliminating labels and using vegetable-oil-based ink, the solution reduces waste, improves recyclability, and lowers total cost of ownership. #DirectToBox #PackagingInnovation #PrintingTechnology #SustainablePackaging #IndustrialPrinting #PackTech

The biodegradable packaging market is projected to reach $24.2 billion by 2036, driven by tightening regulations on single-use plastics and rising demand for sustainable materials. Strong growth is expected across food packaging and PLA-based solutions as brands accelerate eco-friendly transitions. #BiodegradablePackaging #SustainablePackaging #PackagingIndustry #CircularEconomy #GreenMaterials #PackTech

hubergroup has rolled out its Tinkredible MGA metal ink globally, targeting safer and more compliant food packaging applications. The mineral oil-free, BPA-free, and PFAS-free solution supports high-performance printing for metal cans across global markets. #MetalPackaging #PrintingInks #FoodPackaging #SustainablePackaging #PackagingInnovation #hubergroup

Dioxycle and L’Oréal have announced a strategic partnership to develop carbon-based polyethylene, representing an advancement in sustainable packaging. This initiative is designed to minimize environmental impact. #Dioxycle #LOréal #SustainablePackaging #CarbonBasedPolyethylene #EcoFriendly #BeautyInnovation #Sustainability

ProAmpac has closed its $1.51 billion acquisition of TC Transcontinental Packaging. This buyout is set to enhance ProAmpac's capabilities and expand its product offerings, solidifying its position in the flexible packaging market. 🌟 #ProAmpac #PackagingIndustry #PackagingBusinessGrowth #FlexiblePackaging

Metsä Board announce the launch of Pro FBB Go, a new product specifically engineered for food and pharmaceutical packaging. This innovative solution aims to enhance sustainability while maintaining the highest standards of product safety and quality. #PackagingInnovation #Sustainability #FoodSafety #Pharmaceuticals