- In September 2023, Guamolsa, a subsidiary of Molpack Corporation and a leading provider of natural fiber packaging in Latin America, partnered with HP to digitize and revolutionize the industrial production of natural fiber products. Through this collaboration, Molpack is making significant strides in reducing carbon emissions and replacing single-use plastics with more sustainable packaging solutions
- In June 2022, Huhtamaki announced its plans to expand its natural fiber product manufacturing facility in Indiana, U.S., as part of its investment in Fiber Solutions. The USD 100 million investment aims to enhance the company’s ability to serve new and existing customers in North America by developing and producing a wide range of fully recyclable, sustainable, and compostable fiber-based packaging solutions made from 100% recycled North American raw materials
- In November 2021, Sonoco strengthened its commitment to sustainable packaging by introducing recyclable natural fiber packaging for refrigerated and frozen meals in collaboration with Tellus Products, LLC
- In October 2021, AR Packaging introduced a fiber-based tray designed for modified atmosphere packaging of ready meals and other chilled foods. The fully recyclable TrayLite solution provided a convenient and efficient alternative to full plastic barrier trays, reducing plastic content by 85%
- In October 2021, Arctic Paper and Rottneros signed a Letter of Intent for a 50/50 joint venture in Kostrzyn, Poland, aiming to establish a factory for natural fiber trays. The factory’s operations are expected to commence by the end of 2023, with projected annual revenue of USD 9.46 million
