Packaging innovations: PBR creates fear with beer
This packaging innovation roundup highlights four new products: PBR beer packaging can be cut into a Jason mask from Friday the 13th; BW Converting's Hudson-Sharp Pour & Lok offers easy-pour, resealable pet food packaging; Green Food Pack's rotating paper cups enhance brand communication through interactive design; Ahlstrom's Grease-Gard Plus and Pro greaseproof papers target fast food and premium dining scenarios, respectively.
Packaging innovations: PBR creates fear with beer
This packaging innovation roundup highlights four new products: PBR beer packaging can be cut into a Jason mask from Friday the 13th; BW Converting's Hudson-Sharp Pour & Lok offers easy-pour, resealable pet food packaging; Green Food Pack's rotating paper cups enhance brand communication through interactive design; Ahlstrom's Grease-Gard Plus and Pro greaseproof papers target fast food and premium dining scenarios, respectively.
Packaging dealmaking: August 2026
In August 2026, M&A activity in the North American packaging industry continued the summer slowdown. Packaging Dive tracked four transactions this month: HarperLove acquired ChromaScape's corrugated products business; Pregis acquired MP Global Packaging's cold chain division; Applied Adhesives acquired Dutch company Van Asperen Kleefstoffen; Jones Healthcare Group acquired good natured Products' thermoforming plant.
Gravis Acquires Western Packaging Solutions, Strengthening Leadership in Bulk Transport Packaging
Gravis, a North American provider of engineered dry bulk transport packaging solutions, announced on April 20, 2026, the acquisition of Western Packaging Solutions, a Montreal-based distributor of FIBCs, woven polypropylene bags, and BOPP woven bags. This acquisition will significantly enhance Gravis's coverage in Canada and further expand its sourcing network and commercial capabilities.
With California’s SB 343 stalled, push for federal labeling law continues
Packaging and consumer goods industry groups are continuing to advance the Packaging Act (Pack Act) with little time remaining in the congressional session. The bill aims to establish federal packaging labeling standards to address inconsistencies across state regulations. Meanwhile, California's landmark SB 343 labeling law has been blocked by a preliminary injunction due to litigation, and related legal disputes are still ongoing.
On the mark: Laser technologies offer alternative to packaging labels
Laser marking, long used for small marks like sell-by dates, is gaining traction as a full-scale packaging decoration method. Improved speed, resolution, and software controls have made it viable for mass production. Companies such as Mondi and Procter & Gamble are leveraging laser marking to cut materials, boost recyclability, and enable unique serialization. While monochromatic output and substrate limitations remain, the technology is expanding across packaging types and even into produce etching trials.
INNORHINO Expands U.S. Footprint to Deliver Engineering-First Packaging Solutions to Consumer Brands | Packaging Dive
INNORHINO, a global custom packaging and manufacturing solutions provider, has announced the expansion of its North American operations. The company is connecting its Los Angeles office with its global network across Taipei, Shenzhen, and a newly launched production facility in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, to help U.S. clients reduce supply chain complexity and improve speed to market through an engineering-first approach to packaging design.
Penske Logistics Introduces Supply Chain Insight to Empower Smarter, More Resilient Supply Chain Operations | Packaging Dive
Penske Logistics has released the Supply Chain Insight platform, integrating transportation, warehousing, and third-party data to offer over 85 pre-built metrics, an AI assistant, and a unified view, aimed at enhancing supply chain efficiency and resilience. The platform is built on Microsoft Azure and Snowflake, supporting enterprise-grade security and scalability.
Clean Earth Systems Introduces Integrated Packaging and Logistics Solutions for Hazardous Waste Operations | Packaging Dive
Clean Earth Systems, based in Tampa, Fla., has introduced an integrated packaging and logistics solution for hazardous waste operations. The company combines its product portfolio—including UN-rated containers, drums, and absorbents—with hands-on logistics support across 18 warehouses and a broader distribution network, aiming to streamline workflows and ensure regulatory compliance for industrial, laboratory, and government clients.