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For the second time in 2025, Graphic Packaging International, along with former CEO Mike Doss and former CFO Stephen Scherger, has been named in a shareholder lawsuit alleging securities law violations and breaches of fiduciary duty. The new complaint also targets current CEO Robbert Rietbroek, eight sitting board members, and a retired director. The company says the allegations are substantially similar to the earlier case and plans to defend vigorously.
Packaging companies are increasingly choosing the U.S. Southeast for new facilities and expansions, according to recent announcements tracked by Packaging Dive. Notable projects include DRC Industries' $4 million investment in Mississippi (50 jobs), UFP Packaging's $5.3 million South Carolina plant (136 jobs, online Q2 2027), and Wyda Packaging's plan to double capacity in North Carolina. Other moves include TricorBraun's new Quebec warehouse and Vert's Colorado facility now producing pouches.
California's AB 1812 and SB 1031, which would have restricted plastic in compostables and tightened labeling, failed to advance after missing an appropriations deadline. BPI, a key opponent, celebrates the outcome and shifts focus to extending AB 1201's implementation date.
PepsiCo's latest sustainability report, its second since revising packaging targets in May 2025, reveals progress on key goals: virgin plastic tonnage down 6% year-over-year, recycled content in plastic packaging up to 18% from 15%, and 94% of packaging designed for reuse, recycling, or composting. The report also details regional initiatives and ongoing investments in recycling infrastructure.
Recent packaging innovations include Heinz's limited-edition adjustable 'Love Lid' for ketchup, Keurig Dr Pepper's 7Up brand redesign with vertical logos, and Rev-O-Box's reversible shipping box that doubles as a gift box.
Ardagh Holdings disclosed in regulatory filings that its board has directed advisers to prepare for a possible sale of Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP), which could involve selling some or all of its equity interests in the beverage can maker. The company recently completed a recapitalization and leadership changes. Analysts suggest the move is driven by a desire to cut debt and monetize its stake, given AMP's recent performance and positive sector outlook. AMP operates 23 facilities across nine countries and generated $5.5 billion in sales in 2025.
Amcor's fiscal Q4 2026 results show net sales of $6.4B, up 25.9% YoY, driven by the Berry Global acquisition. Synergies reached ~$285M, 10% above initial projections. The company faces $500M war-related costs but expects recovery via working capital improvements. A six-month transition period precedes calendar-year alignment.
As of Wednesday, the EU PPWR begins phased implementation, replacing the 1994 directive. Initial obligations include PFAS limits in food-contact packaging and conformity declarations, with enforcement guidance emphasizing support over sanctions.
主要纤维企业第二季度财报电话会议显示，定价策略成为焦点。Clearwater Paper、Huhtamaki、Mondi和Sylvamo等公司均提及成本压力与提价措施，同时行业供应格局正在调整。
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Monday proposed a rule that would mandate companies to provide safety information for new ingredients and food-contact substances self-affirmed as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS), addressing a long-standing information gap. The proposal, a priority for HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the MAHA movement, would require notifications for new and existing self-affirmed GRAS substances, with exemptions for those previously cleared by the FDA. The rule is open for public comment for 120 days.