Business Management - Finance/Financial

Trends in Packaging M&A
April 1, 2013

There are several themes that are dominating today's mergers and acquisition (M&A) marketplace. The most prevalent theme is the use of M&A to expand the global footprint of the buyer. Packaging companies are finding it easier to buy their way into geographic expansion rather than build their way.

We Have Your Back
September 1, 2011

“My 40˝ press just broke down, and my customer is insistent on the job. Is anyone nearby running a 40˝ press?” Fielding production back-up inquiries like this one is all in a day’s work for Andrew Willie, executive director of the Independent Carton Group (ICG). This 18-member association of independent folding carton converters strives to provide customers with competitive pricing, uninterrupted service, and cutting-edge technology and manufacturing capabilities.

Certain Uncertainty
September 1, 2011

Despite all the challenges, companies in the folding carton segment have been able to post some positive results. For the most part, these have occurred due to management actions taken to reduce costs and focus on core businesses—actions that are necessary during recessionary periods.

Label Market Remains Strong
June 1, 2010

The label market is in good shape. Although the recent recession has affected every segment of package printing, the label industry is still well positioned for the medium to the long term, according to Corey Reardon, president and CEO of AWA. "Unfortunately in the short term, the impact has been negative with plenty of casualties in job losses and business performance, even company and plant closures," he says.

Allied Development Announces New Packaging Study
October 1, 2009

BURNSVILLE, Minn.—“Stick Pouches” is a global study by Allied Develpment of the stick pouch market. This market is the focus of the new investment in technology, along with development of new applications. “Stick Pouches” includes assessments of industry participants, technology, economic and environmental impact, the stick pouch filling equipment market, and the stick pouch packaging market.