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Cullman, Alabama based Rusken Packaging announced the promotion of Jim Baker. Beginning his career with Rusken in 2004 as Cullman’s Corporate Sales Manager, Jim most recently served as Regional General Manager (GM) of the Clarksville and Jackson, Tennessee facility. As of October 2024, Jim will be beginning his new role for…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Kolbus America announced that Daniel Medina will be joining the service team as a Field Service Technician. With nearly a decade of experience at Kolbus Mexico and extensive training in Germany with Kolbus GmbH, Medina brings a wealth of expertise and a deep commitment to customer satisfaction. During Medina’s tenure with…

A new study by R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company (RRD) reveals 93 percent of supply chain leaders are at least somewhat confident in their supply chain’s resilience against future disruptions, with the majority (66 percent) feeling very confident. Despite recent challenges like geopolitical instability alongside the lingering effects of the Covid-19…