Fortis Solutions Group LLC announced the acquisition of Digital Dogma Corp. based in Santa Fe Springs, California. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Digital Dogma is a digital manufacturer of pressure sensitive labels, shrink sleeves and flexible packaging serving the food and beverage, wine and spirits, nutraceutical, health and beauty, and industrial end markets from its locations in Santa Fe Springs and Paso Robles, California. Fortis President and CEO John O. Wynne, Jr. said, "As an early adopter of digital printing technology, Digital Dogma has always been at the forefront of innovation within our industry. With this acquisition, we are excited to extend our digital printing capabilities to California and offer coast to coast solutions for our customers. I am looking forward to working with Paul Mulcahey and the Digital Dogma team as we enhance our shrink sleeve, flexible packaging and pressure sensitive offerings."

When it comes to sustainability, Gen Z is clear: packaging matters. But who should take responsibility for the disposal, recycling, or reuse of packaging? Packaging Digest asked this question in an exclusive survey, and the responses were as diverse as they were thought-provoking. A staggering 85% of respondents believe companies should bear responsibility for their packaging’s end-of-life. Many argue that corporations, as the creators of packaging, have the resources and obligation to ensure it doesn’t harm the environment. One respondent puts it bluntly: “They’re the ones creating the product; it’s their responsibility to reduce their impact on the planet.” Another adds, “If you’re going to make it, it better be fully recyclable or biodegradable. Otherwise, take it back.” However, not everyone agrees. Some respondents feel the responsibility lies with consumers, who ultimately decide what to do with the packaging. As one participant notes, “The packaging is sold to the consumer; it’s up to them to determine what should be done with it.” Others suggest a shared responsibility model, where both companies and consumers play a role in managing packaging waste.

Wilhelm Wolff (46), MSc, has been appointed as Executive Vice President, Strategy and Business Development and a member of Global Executive Team at Huhtamaki as of January 13, 2025. He will report to President and CEO Charles Héaulmé and will be based in Espoo, Finland. Wilhelm joins Huhtamaki from Neste where he served as the Vice President, Feedstock & Asset Development. Neste is a leading producer of sustainable aviation fuel, renewable diesel and renewable feedstock solutions, headquartered in Finland. Before his current role, he served as Vice President, Corporate Strategy. Prior to joining Neste, he had a long career at UPM-Kymmene, a global forest industry company, where he worked in various leadership roles including Vice President, Strategy & Business development, UPM Biorefining.