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  Hawai’i governor signs packaging EPR study bill

  State lawmakers have been introducing EPR proposals for years. The study funded by the newly signed law is due to the legislature by the end of 2027.

  Regulation

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  Sponsored by Metsä Board

  New widely recyclable and home-compostable Starbucks takeaway cup relies on Metsä Board’s paperboard

  Starbucks EMEA and partners developed a recyclable and home-compostable takeaway cup on Metsa Board’s stock.

  Sustainability

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  Packaging manufacturers worried by 50% tariffs on steel, aluminum

  Doubling tariffs on metals imports risks unintended consequences throughout the packaging supply chain, according to the Can Manufacturers Institute and the Aluminum Association.

  Updated June 2, 2025

  Supply Chain

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  DOE cancels $57M award for O-I Glass furnace project

  The Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations canceled 24 funding awards, including multiple to packaging companies. O-I was pursuing more energy-efficient technology at a furnace in Ohio. 

  Updated June 2, 2025

  Manufacturing

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  Georgia-Pacific, Greif, Silgan detailed layoff plans in May

  Amcor and International Paper also disclosed forthcoming changes as they integrate recent acquisitions. LanzaTech, which has worked to create material for use in plastic packaging, is cutting part of its Illinois workforce.

  Manufacturing

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  Mondelēz sues Aldi over private label packaging that ‘blatantly copies’ Oreo and Chips Ahoy!

  The snack giant alleges packaging on seven of the grocer’s products could “deceive and confuse consumers” and “irreparably harm” its image.

  CPG

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  Tracking packaging mergers and acquisitions in 2025

  Ahlstrom acquired a Pixelle mill in Wisconsin and Verescence was sold by a private equity firm to new investors. OrCon Industries, Welch Packaging, Aaron Packaging and The Royal Group also announced deals.

  Updated May 30, 2025

  Materials

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  5 questions about tariff impacts on the packaging industry

  Frequent changes and uncertainty loom over manufacturers as they assess international supply chain risk and consider procurement changes.

  Supply Chain

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  Trump to increase steel, aluminum tariffs to 50%

  The president announced the tariff hikes, which are set to begin Wednesday, while touting Nippon Steel’s proposed acquisition of U.S. Steel during a rally in Pittsburgh.

  Updated June 3, 2025

  Materials

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  US court blocks Trump’s sweeping tariffs

  The Court of International Trade said the president overstepped his authority, halting various duties. After an appeal, the ruling has been paused.

  Updated May 29, 2025

  Supply Chain

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  Will 2025 EPR laws pave the way for more packaging policy?

  After Maryland and Washington recently adopted packaging EPR laws, leaders from Ameripen and the National Stewardship Action Council expect to see more policy action, including on bottle bills, in 2026.

  Regulation

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  Plastics reduction advocate and former EPA administrator joins Ellen MacArthur Foundation

  Jennie Romer, known for plastics pollution work at Surfrider and at the EPA's pollution prevention office, will address e-waste, textiles and circular economy policy in her new role at the Ellen MacArthur Foundation.

  Sustainability

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  Nova Chemicals, Novolex open mechanical recycling facility for PE film

  The Indiana facility will process up to 145,000 bales of postconsumer plastic film a year to produce recycled LLDPE for use in food-safe applications. End users will include Charter Next Generation and Pregis.

  Materials

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  Trump administration orders reversal of plastics phase-out in national parks

  A new order states that the rescission tracks with a February executive order to end procurement of paper straws.

  Regulation

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  Snacking takes a hit as consumer spending shifts to food staples

  PepsiCo, Mondelēz and Campbell’s are among the companies that noted a slowdown in chips, cookies and other treats as shoppers prioritize essentials such as meats and eggs.

  Finance

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  PepsiCo resets packaging sustainability goals, ditches reuse target

  The company discontinued some sustainability goals and revamped others for packaging and emissions. PepsiCo says the goals are still ambitious and reflect external challenges to achieving targets.

  Sustainability

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  Ball CFO to depart after less than 2 years in role

  Ball will rely on a longtime executive to serve as interim CFO upon Howard Yu’s departure next month. 

  Finance

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  CalRecycle unveils new SB 54 text; Wagoner out as CAA’s California lead

  The agency will host a public meeting Tuesday to take feedback. Circular Action Alliance, the packaging EPR program’s PRO, plans to hire a new state lead as former CalRecycle director Rachel Wagoner steps aside.

  Regulation

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  Walmart, Mondelēz, Mars, Nestlé leave the US Plastics Pact

  Multiple major members appear to have recently exited the group, which is gearing up to pursue refreshed 2030 targets. Meanwhile, some other companies have doubled down on participation for the next five years.

  Sustainability

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  Packaging innovations: Nestlé ‘self-packing’ cheese will have you saying ‘no whey!’

  Plus, ProAmpac discusses a collaboration bringing recyclable paper bags to lawn care, and SIG scales its aluminum-free aseptic carton offerings.

  Design

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  Can Manufacturers Institute to get new president as longtime leader retires

  A leader from within CMI’s ranks will take over next month for President Robert Budway, who is retiring after nearly 40 years with the association.

  Finance

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  Fiber producers see pricing upside for late 2025 amid capacity, tariff changes

  A temporary reduction in tariffs with China and upcoming mill closures by Georgia-Pacific and others could contribute to pricing and demand improvements in the second half of the year, according to analysts.

  Manufacturing

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  Domtar nears decision on converting Quebec mill to containerboard

  The company did not confirm an official decision yet, but union Unifor says the investment tentatively is a go. Analysts note a current containerboard oversupply, but conditions could change by the time a conversion is complete.

  Manufacturing

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  Tariffs push manufacturing into stagnation through 2025: ISM forecast

  Revenue is expected to remain flat this year as manufacturers navigate spiking prices and falling demand.

  Manufacturing

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  Washington adopts seventh packaging EPR law in the US

  All three West Coast states now have extended producer responsibility for packaging laws. Washington’s law, the seventh in the U.S., was backed by multiple CPG and packaging trade groups.

  Regulation

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  Packaging innovations: SC Johnson’s soap refill system, Amcor and Metsä collaborate on trays

  Plus, Nestlé Purina gets a PCR boost and Futamura brings compostability features to sachets.

  Design

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