Ryan Ruskin

Vanguard Companies announced the appointment of two National Account Managers: Jerry Solberg and Chadd Lenartowicz. “We are excited to welcome Chadd and Jerry to Vanguard Companies where their industry insight, retail expertise, and passion will help drive new growth opportunities,” said Chris Cummings, Executive Vice President of Sales. “Working with our…

The ISCC PLUS-certified compounds are designed to replace medical-grade PVC and offer significant carbon emissions. …

UPM Raflatac has launched its new Packaging Recyclability Guide, designed to help consumer goods (FMCG) stakeholders across the packaging value chain navigate the complexities of packaging design and recyclability. The new guide, which is available as a free e-book on the company’s website, offers information on the guidelines, definitions and criteria…

AICC, The Independent Packaging Association, announced the latest episode of the Breaking Down Boxes podcast, “From Wheat and Whiskey.” This episode features a conversation with Justin Hill, President of Lawrence Paper Company, as he shares insights from his leadership of a company with a remarkable legacy spanning over six generations. The…

Plenty of CPG brands have set ambitious sustainability goals but how well are they really doing? …

J.M. Fry Printing Inks announced it is now under new ownership, marking a significant new chapter in its history after proudly serving the North American market for over 87 years. This transition represents not only a new business phase of growth and opportunity, but also continues the story of family commitment…

Sun Chemical released its fourteenth sustainability report, emphasizing the business’ continued prioritization of sustainability leadership and commitment to social responsibility. The latest sustainability report shows Sun Chemical’s progress toward its goals of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 50 percent by 2030, with 2013 as a baseline, and becoming net carbon neutral…

TAPPI announced two new members recently elected to the Corrugated Packaging Council (CPC): Danny Lopez, VP, New Machinery Sales, The Haire Group, and Tom Staal, Director of Management Systems, Coastal Containers. The CPC acts as the governing body of TAPPI’s Corrugated Packaging Division, developing strategic plans, press products and events. Lopez…

The 906,000-square-foot facility is bristling with printing production upgrades and retail consumer marketing services for packaging R&D and marketing. …

Multi-Color Corporation (MCC) has acquired Starport Technologies, a provider of smart label solutions based in Kansas City, Missouri. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.  Founded in 2006, Starport manufactures a wide range of RFID products and other types of smart labels for numerous consumer and supply chain applications. Its…