In a devastating turn of events for Coastal Georgia, International Paper (IP) has made the shocking decision to close its facilities in Riceboro and Savannah, leaving over 1,100 workers without jobs and sending ripples of uncertainty through local communities. This move, rooted in market pressures
In an era where the food production industry faces constant challenges from shifting consumer preferences to supply chain complexities, recognizing individuals who drive innovation and quality is more important than ever. One such standout figure has recently been celebrated for an extraordinary
The North American packaging industry is experiencing an unprecedented surge of activity as major corporations channel substantial investments into expansions, facility upgrades, and innovative projects to address the escalating demand for packaging solutions. Across the United States and Canada,
In a world increasingly focused on sustainability, the unexpected downturn in U.S. paper recycling rates during 2024 has raised eyebrows among environmentalists and industry experts alike, prompting a closer examination of the factors at play. Despite decades of progress in building robust
The shuttering of the Pixelle Paper Mill in Chillicothe, Ohio, has sent shockwaves through a community that has long relied on the mill as an economic and cultural cornerstone, leaving nearly 800 workers jobless. With this recent closure, the city faces an unprecedented challenge in navigating the
Imagine a world where every piece of packaging on store shelves must meet strict environmental standards, not by choice but by law, and with global plastic production exceeding 400 million tons annually, of which only a mere 9% is recycled, the urgency for sustainable packaging has never been more
