The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) is opposing a new extended producer responsibility (EPR) initiative in Tennessee as the proposal is currently written. The bill, TN Senate Bill (SB) 573, directs the state Department of Environment and Conservation to establish an EPR program, which FPA finds to be concerning for several reasons, including the overall costs […]
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More >Mondi and DS Smith Announce Merger Deal
The boards of Mondi PLC and DS Smith PLC have agreed in principle on the key financial terms of a possible merger. “The combination is an exciting opportunity to create a pan-European industry leader in paper-based sustainable packaging solutions, with complementary geographic footprints, leading customer relationships, a strong balance sheet and cash flow profile, and […]
Read MoreBrook + Whittle Buys Georgia-Based Flexible Packaging Company
Brook + Whittle recently announced that it has bought PouchIt, a flexible packaging manufacturer based in Atlanta. PouchIt specializes in short-run stand-up pouches, lay-flat pouches, and rollstock film. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Brook + Whittle, which makes flexible packaging and other products, says in a statement that the deal expands its footprint […]
Read MoreFPA’s Political Action Committee to Hold First Event
The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) has formed a political action committee (PAC) called FlexPAC™ that will hold its first event next month. The PAC’s inaugural event will take place Friday, March 22, in conjunction with FPA’s Annual Meeting, which is being held from March 20 to 22 in Tucson, Arizona. George Khalaf, president of Data […]
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