Jan 3, 2025 · Mergers and acquisitions. Mergers and acquisitions dominated headlines in 2024 – can we expect more of the same in 2025? The landmark merger between Smurfit Kappa and WestRock, which had been announced the previous year, was finalised in July 2024.When we spoke with Saverio Meyer, CEO of Smurfit Westrock Europe, in September – he told us: “We expect there to be at least €400 million of ...

Revealing the catalysts of sustainable transformation in packaging The Sustainability Awards has a mission to illuminate the most important innovation and initiatives across the packaging value chain.

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Dec 16, 2024 · The European Council has formally adopted the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, meaning it will now enter into force in EU law.. As the final step in the ordinary legislative procedure, the Council’s approval of the Regulation allows it to be published in the EU’s Official Journal; in turn, its rules will apply eighteen months after its entry into force.

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Oct 16, 2024 · Shareholders from both companies have approved International Paper’s acquisition of DS Smith, with the combination still expected to close in Q4 2024.. Mondi originally expressed interest in acquiring DS Smith in February 2024; the merger was expected to exceed €11.5 billion in value and result in an ‘industry leader’ for paper packaging in Europe.

Dec 23, 2024 · As 2024 draws to a close, we’re spotlighting this year’s most influential stories in packaging—from the conclusion of the PPWR process to major brand owners changing their sustainability objectives.. Take a look at our roundup for a comprehensive review of the developments that shaped the industry over the past 12 ...

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In November 2022, the European Commission presented the proposal to amend the Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive (PPWD). The Directive has been amended into a Regulation, meaning that the rules are binding and ensure harmonisation in all member states.

Apr 23, 2021 · From COVID-19 to sustainability, two experts from ExxonMobil - Francois Chambon, global strategic marketing manager for polyethylene and Etienne Lernoux, senior technologist - look into what the future holds for the flexible packaging market.. Growth in the packaging industry is currently being driven by two megatrends: global population growth and the expanding middle class.