http://my.packexpo.com/NHL-3/Top-Stories/Headlines.aspx2008 packexpoen-ushttp://my.packexpo.com/Skins/packexpo/365/logo.pnghttp://my.packexpo.com/Default.aspxPackaging News - Top StoriesSun, 12 Oct 2008 08:52:57 GMT60http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50118785/Third-Annual-PACK-EXPO-Selects-Attracts-Largest-Field-of-Competitors-to-Date.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedFri, 10 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50118785/Third-Annual-PACK-EXPO-Selects-Attracts-Largest-Field-of-Competitors-to-Date.aspxThirteen finalists have been named in this year's competition to be chosen by PACK EXPO 2008 attendees as the best example of new and fresh concepts, products and processes in packaging.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50118843/Group-Formed-to-Combat-Drug-Pack-Counterfeiting.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedFri, 10 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50118843/Group-Formed-to-Combat-Drug-Pack-Counterfeiting.aspxThe Consortium for the Advancement of Patient Safety--CAPS--is promoting security printing on secondary closures.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50118844/Gichner-Systems-Buys-S-C-Based-Steel-Container-Company.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedFri, 10 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50118844/Gichner-Systems-Buys-S-C-Based-Steel-Container-Company.aspxTerms for the acquisition of Charleston Marine Containers have not been disclosed.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50118845/Rexam-Prescription-Launches-Recycled-PET-Liquid-Containers.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedFri, 10 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50118845/Rexam-Prescription-Launches-Recycled-PET-Liquid-Containers.aspxThe drug product packager is encouraging consumers to recycle the bottles again after they complete their treatment.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50118851/Tetra-Pak-s-Pursuing-Rebranding-Growth.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedFri, 10 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50118851/Tetra-Pak-s-Pursuing-Rebranding-Growth.aspxThe food processing and packaging solutions supplier is touting its motto: "Protects What's Good."http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50118104/Crown-Develops-Easy-Open-Anchovy-Tin.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedThu, 09 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50118104/Crown-Develops-Easy-Open-Anchovy-Tin.aspxThe company's PeelSeam closure is being used for Hacendado-brand anchovies sold through Mercadona, which is Spain’s largest retailer.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50118108/RA-Pacasiti-Teo-Expanding-Operations-in-Ireland.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedThu, 09 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50118108/RA-Pacasiti-Teo-Expanding-Operations-in-Ireland.aspxThe packaging firm has announced a plan to invest 3.3 million euros and create 70 jobs over the next three years.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50118138/Prowell-Sets-Up-Shop-in-UK.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedThu, 09 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50118138/Prowell-Sets-Up-Shop-in-UK.aspxThe German packager has leased industrial space outside of Liverpool and expects to hire as many as 50 workers.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50118139/Survey-Shows-Consumers-Increasingly-Seek-Prepared-Meals.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedThu, 09 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50118139/Survey-Shows-Consumers-Increasingly-Seek-Prepared-Meals.aspxResearch by Technomic revealed that families are turning to supermarkets and away from fast-food restaurants for ready-made dinners.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50118148/Group-Calls-for-U-S-School-Hot-Dog-Ban.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedThu, 09 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50118148/Group-Calls-for-U-S-School-Hot-Dog-Ban.aspxAccording to UPI, the Cancer Project will today petition the USDA to drop hot dogs from the National School Lunch Program because research shows eating processed meats is linked with cancer.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50117395/StarKist-Headquarters-Headed-Back-to-Pittsburgh.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedWed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50117395/StarKist-Headquarters-Headed-Back-to-Pittsburgh.aspxSouth Korean conglomerate Dongwon Industries Co. Ltd. said Tuesday it completed a $359 million deal with Del Monte Food Co. to acquire its StarKist seafood business.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50117400/Drug-Makers-to-Relabel-Cold-Meds.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedWed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50117400/Drug-Makers-to-Relabel-Cold-Meds.aspxThe cough and cold medicine industry agreed Tuesday to add "do not use in children under 4 years" warnings to pediatric cough and cold medicines.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50117401/Eastman-PET-Patents-Remain-in-Effect.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedWed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50117401/Eastman-PET-Patents-Remain-in-Effect.aspxThe company's property rights in ParaStar resin are being challenged by Wellman, Inc.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50117404/U-S-Beer-Industry-Growing.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedWed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50117404/U-S-Beer-Industry-Growing.aspxThe light and import beer segments are forecasted to grow 2 percent and 2.1 percent, respectively, over the next five years.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50116557/MWV-Provides-Sustainable-Sharpies-Packaging.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedTue, 07 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50116557/MWV-Provides-Sustainable-Sharpies-Packaging.aspxRubbermaid, maker of the markers, is using MeadWestVaco's Natralock paperboard-based security packs.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50116564/Foss-Named-Chairman-of-Pepsi-Bottling-Group.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedTue, 07 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50116564/Foss-Named-Chairman-of-Pepsi-Bottling-Group.aspxPBG's Board of Directors has appointed company CEO Eric J. Foss as chairman of the board. Former acting chairman Barry H. Beracha will resume his seat on the board.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50116568/NYSE-Delists-Richmond-Based-Packager-Chesapeake-Corp-.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedTue, 07 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50116568/NYSE-Delists-Richmond-Based-Packager-Chesapeake-Corp-.aspxThe company's average market capitalization fell below $25 million for a 30-day trading period, and its stock value dropped as low as 40 cents per share.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50115701/CHEP-Commits-to-Best-Hiring-Practices.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedMon, 06 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50115701/CHEP-Commits-to-Best-Hiring-Practices.aspxThe pallet and container pooler has joined the IMAGE program of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to prevent and report the employment of illegal immigrants.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50115704/Landec-s-Revenues-Up-15-Pct-in-First-Quarter.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedMon, 06 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50115704/Landec-s-Revenues-Up-15-Pct-in-First-Quarter.aspxThe maker of specialty polymers for use in packaging earned $71.8 million during the three-month period ended Aug. 31.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50115708/Macfarlane-Seals-Allpoint-Deal.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedMon, 06 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50115708/Macfarlane-Seals-Allpoint-Deal.aspxThe Scotland-based labeling and packaging group has strengthened its supply line from China with the acquisition.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50115860/SCA-Appoints-New-President-of-European-Packaging-Operations.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedMon, 06 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50115860/SCA-Appoints-New-President-of-European-Packaging-Operations.aspxPhil Almond, who had headed up the company's corrugated business in central Europe, is replacing John Williams.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50114659/IP-Shutting-Down-Oregon-Containerboard-Machine.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedFri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50114659/IP-Shutting-Down-Oregon-Containerboard-Machine.aspxThe Albany mill's No. 2 machine, which produces 250,000 tons of containerboard annually, will be idled for at least three months, beginning Oct. 5.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50114660/Canadian-Springs-to-Start-Collecting-Water-Bottle-Deposits.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedFri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50114660/Canadian-Springs-to-Start-Collecting-Water-Bottle-Deposits.aspxThe Toronto-area company will impose a 25-cent refund fee on its 16-ounce bottles beginning Jan. 1 so it can reuse bottles.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50114662/Sustainable-Packaging-Solutions-on-Display-at-Gulf-Pack-2009.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedFri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50114662/Sustainable-Packaging-Solutions-on-Display-at-Gulf-Pack-2009.aspxConsumer demand for environmentally friendly packaging will strongly influence the solutions demonstrated at Gulf Pack 2009, to be held at the Dubai Airport Expo Centre, April 6-9, 2009.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50114663/N-C-Pallet-Firm-Sued-for-Teen-Worker-s-Death.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedFri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50114663/N-C-Pallet-Firm-Sued-for-Teen-Worker-s-Death.aspxNevy Castaneda, 17, was killed a year ago when he became entangled in a grinder used at Pallet Express to mulch damaged pallets.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50114664/Rohm-and-Haas-to-Showcase-New-Adhesive-at-PACK-EXPO-2008.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedFri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50114664/Rohm-and-Haas-to-Showcase-New-Adhesive-at-PACK-EXPO-2008.aspxThe company's solventless Mor-Free L75-164 flexible packaging laminating adhesive will be on display in Chicago, Nov. 9-13.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50113812/Farm-Groups-Split-on-New-Food-Labeling-Regulations.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedThu, 02 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50113812/Farm-Groups-Split-on-New-Food-Labeling-Regulations.aspxThe Minnesota Pork Producers Association, for one, is claiming the COOL rules are complicated for its members, who frequently move livestock across the Canadian border.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50113813/Winpak-Declares-Quarterly-Dividend.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedThu, 02 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50113813/Winpak-Declares-Quarterly-Dividend.aspxThe company will pay 3 cents Canadian per share to shareholders on Oct. 16.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50113824/Mueller-Acquires-Dairy-Equipment-Distributor-MEKO.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedThu, 02 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50113824/Mueller-Acquires-Dairy-Equipment-Distributor-MEKO.aspxThe U.S.-based food-processing equipment maker already contracted with MEKO for servicing European clients.http://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50113825/Graphic-Packaging-to-Close-Illinois-Label-Making-Facility.aspx?utm_source=rssfeed&utm_medium=rssfeed&utm_campaign=rssfeedThu, 02 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://my.packexpo.com/NST-3-50113825/Graphic-Packaging-to-Close-Illinois-Label-Making-Facility.aspxThe St. Charles operation, which provides cut-and-stack paper labels to the food and health care industries, will begin winding down in early 2009.