USPS enhances packaging services for this holiday season

TOPPAN breaks ground on new barrier film plant in Czech Republic; Sonoco acquires Inapel Embalagens; and Raisio signs Green Deal to minimise single-use plastic food containers

View in browser View in browser  |  Forward to a friend  | Signup In Brief December 05, 2023 | Up-to-date international news and features on the packaging industry Spotlight USPS enhances packaging services for this holiday season The US Postal Service has strategically invested in affordable shipping and improved packaging. Answer our poll question Latest news TOPPAN breaks ground on new barrier film plant in Czech Republic The factory will serve as a base for the company to export its products to the wider European market. Sonoco acquires Inapel Embalagens Inapel will now operate as part of Sonoco's packaging operation in Pinhais. Raisio signs Green Deal to minimise single-use plastic food containers Raisio said that the Green Deal's guidance only applies to a small portion of its portfolio. LyondellBasell acquires minority share in Source One LYB now has access to Source's plastic waste-sourcing and engineering services. Pact completes sale of 50% of Crate Pooling segment to Morrison The companies have set up a new JV, with the Crate Pooling business rebranded as Viscount Reuse. Berry's success with real-time energy monitoring Berry's use of new monitoring software from energy management solution providers has trimmed its electricity bills. The Packaging Sustainability Assessment: rising against plastic pollution The Packaging Sustainability Assessment epitomises a collaborative effort, addressing environmental perils in packaging and heralding a new era of sustainable industry practices. Read more news In-depth read Global food packaging industry witnessing an uptick in demand for personalized packaging In 2022, flexible packaging was the most used pack material, followed by rigid plastics. Dairy & soy food was the leading sector, while prepared meals sector is forecast to register the fastest growth during 2022–27, per GlobalData. Personalized packaging is becoming popular as consumers appreciate products tailored to their needs or preferences. Free digital magazine: latest issue Issue 70 | October 2023 In this issue: Cutting-edge machinery redefines packaging - Shrink sleeves reshape European packaging - Latest tech for packaging integrity - Form, Fill, Seal: brand, safety, sustainability - Clear PET's rise vs. coloured plastic's fall. Click here to view the magazine. GlobalData network Verdict Foodservice   |   Just Drinks   |   Just Food  |   Just Style Thank you for reading. Please send any news or comments to: consumer.editorial@verdict.co.uk Contact us LinkedIn | Twitter Editorial consumer.editorial@verdict.co.uk Advertise with us Click here About Packaging Gateway packaging-gateway.com is one of a network of 30+ proprietary B2B websites, with an unrivalled global audience of active decision makers, influencers, and opinion leaders across the world with a combined readership of 55 million industry professionals each year.   Was this email forwarded to you? Sign up here GlobalData, John Carpenter House | Registered in England No. 03925319, John Carpenter Street, London, EC4Y 0AN, United Kingdom Unsubscribe Manage Preferences London