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The U.S. printing market could see an additional decline of 6.4 percent by 2030 as a result of tariffs, representing the closure of more than 1,000 companies. This is according to a new white paper from Smithers, a global authority on the printing industry. Depending on the scenario, US printing consumption…

Glen Arm, Maryland based SUN Automation Group, a global leader in providing innovative solutions to the corrugated industry, announced the launch of PERFORM+, a new Quarterly Preventative Maintenance (QPM) program designed to help box plants optimize machine performance, reduce costly downtime, and extend equipment life to maximize return on investment. The…

Dan Felton, President & CEO of the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA), testified last week before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Energy and Commerce (E&C) Subcommittee on Environment during a hearing about recycling innovation and economic growth. The Committee focuses on the regulation of solid, hazardous, and nuclear wastes, including…

Atlanta, Georgia based Hood Container Corporation, announced plans to invest $118.9 million to modernize its legacy paper mill in St. Francisville, Louisiana, resulting in a significant boost in production capacity and quality to meet evolving market demands, according to Louisiana Economic Development (LED).  The company plans to retain 295 current positions…

Bob Coomes, Graphics, Pre-Press and Print Specialist at PPC Flexible Packaging, has been named Chair of the upcoming 2025 FTA Technical Conference, set to take place in Orlando, Florida, September 21-23. As chair, Coomes will lead the development of the conference’s agenda, helping to shape content that meets the evolving needs…

While in Green Bay, Wisconsin, team members from the American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) toured Green Bay Packaging’s 100 percent recycled paper mill which produces recycled linerboard and medium.  This mill is the world’s first net-zero water facility and was the first new mill in Wisconsin in over 35 years….

The Paper & Paperboard Packaging Environmental Council (PPEC) and the Canadian Corrugated and Containerboard Association (CCCA) invite members and industry partners to the 3rd Annual 2025 Annual Golf Tournament on September 17 at the Summerlea Golf & Country Club in Vaudreuil-Dorion, Québec. The event will include golf, networking, and reconnecting with…

Archroma Packaging Technologies has been announced as the newest member of Two Sides North America (TSNA), a non-profit organization advocating for the sustainable attributes of print, paper, and paper-based packaging. This collaboration marks a fusion between Archroma’s 140-year legacy of pioneering chemistry advancements and Two Sides’ efforts to promote the sustainability…

Pico Rivera, California based Bay Cities’ biannual Winning@Retail conference returned in June with a dynamic, insight-packed experience that brought together top minds across retail, packaging, shopper marketing, and beyond. Held in Redondo Beach, the event offered a curated mix of keynote speakers, candid panels, and behind-the-scenes tours — all designed to…

Tampa, Florida based Advantive announced the appointment of Rodney McGee as Advisor to its Board of Directors. McGee will offer strategic guidance to the Board and Executive Leadership Team with a focus on driving innovation and sustained growth within the global corrugated packaging industry. With over 30 years of expertise, McGee…