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Top Articles of 2024, #3: Three Examples of ‘Reduction’ in Healthcare Packaging

The #3 most clicked article of 2024: Tekniplex’s Melissa Green spoke at the PACK EXPO Las Vegas Innovation Stage, highlighting thinner packaging materials, eliminating secondary packaging when safe, and more robust materials that last a patient longer.

January 1, 2025

Melissa Green speaks about sustainability in healthcare packaging at the 2023 PACK EXPO Las Vegas Innovation Stage.

Packaging/Filling

Top Articles of 2024, #8: Nonprofit Civica Installs New High-value Filling Lines for Essential Medicines

The #8 most clicked article of 2024: Civica is on a mission to deliver quality generic medicines—including insulin—at low cost.

December 24, 2024

For cartridges, the In Process Control (IPC) helps prevent losses during production.

Top Articles of 2024, #10: Novo Nordisk’s Fight Against Ozempic Counterfeits

The #10 most clicked article of 2024: Investigations by the pharmaceutical giant into the proliferation of fake versions of its medicine highlight how drugmakers can be proactive, collaborate with authorities on tackling counterfeiting.

December 22, 2024

Injectables like Novo Nordisk's Ozempic run the risk of counterfeit relabeling.

Top Articles of 2024, #7: PFAS: Navigating Materials of Concern in Life Science Packaging

The #7 most clicked article of 2024: From regulations to supplier inventory, how might PFAS bans impact your operations in the short- and long-term? What might be the next materials of concern?

December 17, 2024

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PMMI Invests Over $800K to Empower the Future Workforce – 2024 Year in Review

PMMI Foundation celebrates milestone achievements in 2024.

December 16, 2024

RRD’s ConnectOne Storefront Designed to Drive Efficiency, Reduce Costs for Brands

RRD (R.R. Donnelley & Sons)

Newly launched proprietary marketing and e-commerce platform is more accessible, automates workflows, and streamlines processes for a cost-efficient end-to-end solution.

December 10, 2024

RRD ConnectOne Storefront

Shrink Sleeve Labels Market to Hit $21 Billion by 2034, Driven by Rising Demand in the Pharmaceutical Sector

One reason is that shrink sleeve labels offer tamper-evident features, ensuring product safety and integrity.

December 5, 2024

The shrink-sleeve labels market is experiencing significant growth driven by evolving consumer preferences and advancements in technology.

One-Minute Survey: Regulatory Compliance in Healthcare Packaging

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December 3, 2024

PMMI Awards 2024 Mark C. Garvey Scholarship

University of Wisconsin-Stout student Makenna Lowell was recognized for leadership, academic excellence, and dedication to the packaging industry

November 25, 2024

Amcor Acquires Berry for $8.4B, Combining Packaging Giants

The merger creates a global leader in consumer packaging solutions, with a broader flexible film and converted film offering for customers, a scaled containers and closures business and a global healthcare portfolio.

November 19, 2024

Amcor announces intent to buy Berry for $8.4 billion.

RRD Report: Amidst Inflation, Companies Adjust Design, Focus on Functionality, Safety and Sustainability

Packaging and label decision makers consider new appeal and materials as e-commerce grows.

November 19, 2024

The company’s third-annual survey of 300 packaging and label decision makers shows that with increased competition, along with inflation and rising costs of materials, many are paying specific attention to the core fundamentals of production protection and material composition.

Packaging Machinery Sales Projected to Grow to New Highs Through 2027

PMMI report forecasts slower growth for 2024, faster thereafter through 2027.

November 18, 2024

2024 State Of The Industry Cover

National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

November 14, 2024

Prosper Africa’s Tech for Trade Alliance Announces a Pharmaceutical Tracing Pilot in South Africa as part of U.S. Digital Transformation with Africa (DTA) Strategy

Prosper Africa, USAID’s e-Trade Alliance, IBM, and the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy to test a solution to transform African pharmaceutical markets.

November 14, 2024

Pulse will connect US and global pharmaceutical companies like Pfizer and Roche with African distributors and pharmacies in this emerging market, enabling better communication between trading partners and adding security to this evolving supply chain by enhancing the ability to identify and trace medications.

Gartner Announces Ranking of the Gartner Healthcare Supply Chain Top 25 for 2024

AdventHealth claims top spot; Cleveland Clinic elevated to Masters Category joining Mayo Clinic and Intermountain Healthcare.

November 14, 2024

Gartner, Inc. has released its 16th annual Gartner Healthcare Supply Chain Top 25 ranking, which recognizes U.S. health systems that demonstrate leadership in supply chain.

One-Minute Survey: Biologics and Pharmaceuticals

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November 13, 2024

Aptar Awarded Federal Government Contract to Advance Novel Sterilization Technology for Medical Devices

The innovative solution sterilizes medical devices and instruments without the need for a power source.

November 13, 2024

ActivShield™ film ready to be placed in chamber for sterilization (chamber not required).

Team 14 Claims the Victory in the 2024 Amazing Packaging Race

Students from across the nation showcase their talent and determination in a fast-paced competition at PACK EXPO International.

November 7, 2024