AMERIPEN, the American Institute for Packaging and the Environment, has launched the new Power of Packaging website. This interactive, complimentary online platform serves as a broader, public audience to complement the organization’s industry advocacy. It does so by addressing all stakeholders across the entire packaging value chain — including consumers. Content includes real-world examples and insights from across the packaging value chain. The website aims to expand public understanding of the value of packaging.  Visit the Power of Packaging website at https://powerofpackaging.org/ to see how these features advance AMERIPEN’s — and the packaging industry’s — progress in resolving critical challenges.

Huhtamaki, a leading global provider of sustainable packaging solutions for consumers around the world, is making a significant investment in its Paris, Texas facility in the U.S. The investment consists of an expansion of its manufacturing capacity as well as a consolidation of an external warehouse. The investment into production assets is approximately USD 30 million, and the warehouse and manufacturing facility will be leased. This will significantly increase the North America business segment’s capacity in folding cartons to support the growth of the Foodservice business. Production is expected to start ramping up in Q1 2025 and will be key to servicing the growth of existing customers and a growing list of up-and-coming customers throughout the Southern and Midwestern states. The Paris facility is uniquely positioned to meet the increased demand in the U.S. for more innovative and sustainable folding cartons which provide convenient, safe and hygienic food for busy consumers. The site is expected to employ up to 80 employees within the first three years.

Tetra Pak is upgrading its Product Development Center (PDC) at its US and Canada headquarters in Denton, Texas. With the investment, the global food packaging and processing company aims to support F&B brands in creating, formulating, launching, and scaling innovative products.