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Americas: International Paper buys Carolina Brand

International Paper has finalized the previously announced sale of the Carolina coated bristols brand to MeadWestvaco (MWV). As part of the sale agreement and to...

Europe: ÅR buys MWV European packaging operations

ÅR Packaging Group AB closes the previously announced acquisition of the European tobacco, chocolate confectionery and general packaging operations from MeadWestvaco Corporation. The transaction has...

Europe: Association agrees on EU’s decision on plastic carrier bags

The European Parliament on April 28, 2015, gave its final approval for the previously agreed legislation amending the Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive to...

Asia Pacific: Emerging markets to boost demand for corrugated packaging, finds report

The global corrugated packaging market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 4.0% during 2014 to 2020, to reach an...

Americas: Husky offers barrier solution as a module of HyPET HPP5

Husky Injection Molding Systems announces the beginning of a phased launch approach of its polyethylene terephthalate (PET) preform barrier module, built on the HyPET...

Asia Pacific: Sidel, KNOWLEDGEshare Live 2015 holds beverage conference in China

KNOWLEDGEshare Live 2015 in Chengdu, China, was held recently with Sidel to discuss the latest developments in the Chinese beverage industry. Almost 500 participants attended...

Europe: Tetra Pak launches consumable for filling machines

Tetra Pak has launched a range of hot-melt adhesives and lubricants specifically formulated for use with its filling machines. The adhesives, developed in partnership with...

World: Metal packaging is sustainable, says Sarten at event

Metal packaging, an infinitely recyclable product, was discussed in detail at the conference entitled Sustainability of Metal Packaging and Its Position in the Market. Hosted...

Americas: Ball to build plant in Mexico

Ball plans to build a two-line beverage can manufacturing plant in Monterrey, Mexico. This location, which complements Ball's North American metal beverage packaging footprint,...

Americas: Berlin Packaging reveals growth plans

Berlin Packaging reports continuing strong growth in 2015 as it executes a new strategic plan designed to double revenues and earnings by 2017. The firm's...