Dan Felton, president and CEO of the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA), was one of several experts to testify Wednesday before a U.S. House subcommittee on recycling innovations and economic growth. “Flexible packaging is one of the most sustainable packaging types: It reduces water and energy consumption, improves product-to-package ratio, enhances transportation efficiency, minimizes food waste, […]
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RIT and Cal-Poly Sweep FPA Student Design Contest
This Competition Prepares Students for an Evolving Flexible Packaging Industry
July 17, 2025
Established by the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA), the contest allows students to apply their skills to real-world challenges.
Read MoreFlint Group Expands in Italy to Meet Demand for NC-Free Inks
Flint Group expanded its resin production facility in Caronno, Italy, to meet the growing demand for nitrocellulose (NC)-free ink technologies in the flexible packaging sector. The plant produces more than 20,000 tons of resins annually, and the upgrade increases the company’s capacity to produce important resin intermediates for polyurethane (PU) and acrylic-based inks, the company […]
Read MoreMedical Device Packaging Course Set for Early 2026
“The Fundamentals of Medical Device Packaging Course” will be held February 3–5, 2026, during the MD&M West show in Anaheim, California. The course includes three half-day sessions during the overall MD&M show, according to information posted online. “The curriculum includes classroom instruction and in-depth discussions, along with demonstrations at participating exhibitor booths of various machinery […]
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FPA’s ELC Explores Workforce Development Questions
Members of the Emerging Leadership Council Discuss How to Build the Talent Pipeline
July 3, 2025
The July/August 2025 edition of FlexPack VOICE® magazine, produced by the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA), focuses on workforce development. As the new co-chair of FPA’s Emerging Leadership Council (ELC), I checked in with the leaders of the ELC’s newly reorganized committees to get their insights on the topic.
Read MoreNew COO Tapped for Charter Next Generation
Charter Next Generation (CNG) recently appointed one of its leaders to the newly created position of chief operating officer (COO). Lisa Alteri, who had been CNG’s chief growth and strategy officer, will be responsible for the company’s day-to-day operational strategy. Alteri will oversee all aspects of CNG’s business operations, including operations, procurement, marketing, strategy, sustainability, […]
Read MoreCompanies Invest in Their Communities
July/Aug 2025
Companies recognized were Industry Intelligence Inc. and ProAmpac.
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A Closer Look at Alana Carr
Alana Carr, Inside Sales and Marketing Manager, Hosokawa Alpine American, Inc.
July/Aug 2025
In this issue, we interview Alana Carr, inside sales and marketing manager at Hosokawa Alpine American, Inc., and co-chair of the Emerging Leadership Council.
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EU Grapples With Changing Rules
Flexible Packaging Europe Steers Industry Through New Regulations
July/Aug 2025
The flexible packaging sector welcomes the step toward harmonizing rules on the continent, according to Guido Aufdemkamp, executive director of Flexible Packaging Europe, an industry trade association based in Düsseldorf, Germany. The association, which is the European counterpart to the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) in the U.S., represents more than 85 flexible packaging manufacturers operating more than 350 plants and generating more than 19 billion euros in annual revenue, or about $20.5 billion.
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Revamping and Streamlining
The ELC’s New Leaders Plot Path for 2025 and Beyond
July/Aug 2025
The Emerging Leadership Council (ELC) wants to advance the priorities of the Flexible Packaging Association and also promote the opportunities that the ELC can provide dedicated participants
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Training the Workforce of Tomorrow
Packaging Program Council Seeks Ways to Improve Packaging Degrees at Colleges and Universities
July/Aug 2025
Dwight Schmidt has spent decades in the paper packaging industry, accumulating knowledge and connections that have included being on the industry advisory board for the Michigan State University (MSU) School of Packaging. About six years ago, Michigan State asked him to help find a new packaging program director, which led him to Matthew Daum, Ph.D., […]
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California’s EPR Delay Rattles Regulators Beyond Its Borders
July/Aug 2025
A regulatory policy earthquake in California has threatened to upend the state’s development of Senate Bill 54 and may have aftershocks nationwide.
Read MoreLabor Changes Under Trump
July/Aug 2025
When Donald J. Trump was reelected president, we expected a significant shift from the Biden administration policies. We did not expect the massive change that has rocked the federal government.
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Collaboration Should Be a Sustainability Goal
July/Aug 2025
Food and beverage brands should seek inspiration and innovation beyond their organization. By collaborating with equipment suppliers, supply chain partners, retailers, and even competitor brands, companies can set common sustainability goals, pool resources, and make a far more significant impact than they could individually.
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SPMC® Advances Knowledge to Strengthen the Workforce
July/Aug 2025
In an industry where precision, performance, and regulatory rigor are nonnegotiable, the value of workforce knowledge cannot be overstated. That’s why, for over 30 years, the member companies of the Sterilization Packaging Manufacturers Council (SPMC®) have applied their expertise to educate and empower packaging professionals on issues that can impact the safety and sterility of medical packaging.
Read MoreThe ELC Leaders Offer Insights Into Workforce Development
July/Aug 2025
Members of the Emerging Leadership
Council (ELC) of the Flexible Packaging Association shared how workforce development helped their careers.
FPA Keeps You on Top of Industry Trends
July/Aug 2025
The Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) plays a crucial role by gathering, analyzing, and disseminating key industry and economic data. This information provides valuable insights into the health and performance of essential industry attributes.
Read MoreOff to Work We Go!
July/Aug 2025
The Flexible Packaging Association is focused on workforce development in this issue of FlexPack VOICE®.
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FPA Adds New Associate Members With Different Products and Services
All Five Companies Make Materials, Equipment, or Supplies Related to the Flexible Packaging Industry
June 30, 2025
The five companies are growing the Flexible Packaging Association’s membership base in a member category set aside for companies that make materials, equipment, or supplies related to the flexible packaging industry.
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IoPP Expands Student Connections Through Work With Packaging Program Council
The Institute of Packaging Professionals Seeks to Increase Its Membership
June 30, 2025
The PPC coordinates educational programs among the higher education institutions that offer four-year packaging degrees, and IoPP saw an opportunity to help that cause while bolstering its own recruitment efforts.
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