Latest Packaging Industry News

Close the Loop Limited reported a significant half-year loss driven by intangible asset impairments, yet underlying operations show promise with packaging sales up 18% and positive adjusted earnings.

Orora Limited reported a robust 32.2% rise in underlying net profit after tax for the half-year ended December 2025, underpinned by strong volume growth in its Cans segment and operational efficiencies across its glass businesses. The company also completed a $227.4 million share buyback in 2025 and announced a fresh $270 million on-market buyback program.

Orora has reported a strong first half for FY26 with a 32% rise in underlying net profit, driven by robust volume growth in its Cans segment and improved cash flow. The company also announced a fresh $270 million on-market share buyback, signalling confidence in its ongoing growth trajectory.

Amcor has reported robust second quarter and half-year results for fiscal 2026, driven by the Berry acquisition and operational synergies. The company reaffirmed its full-year guidance and declared a higher quarterly dividend.

Pro-Pac Packaging has entered voluntary administration, leading to the redundancy of its CEO and an extended timeline for creditor meetings in Australia and New Zealand.

Amcor’s first quarter fiscal 2026 results showcase strong growth driven by the Berry Global acquisition, with sales up 68% and synergies exceeding expectations. The company also raised its dividend and reaffirmed its full-year guidance.

Pro-Pac Packaging has entered voluntary administration, securing relief to defer its financial reporting and annual general meeting obligations for up to two years. This move pauses key corporate governance duties as the company navigates its restructuring.

Pro-Pac Packaging Limited has appointed voluntary administrators as it confronts financial distress, initiating a process to stabilise operations and explore strategic options including sale or recapitalisation.

Orora Limited has confirmed its ordinary dividend for the six months ending June 2025 at 5 cents per share and announced the Dividend Reinvestment Plan price at AUD 2.0903, with payments scheduled for early October.

COG Financial Services is set to broaden its salary packaging and novated leasing footprint across Australia through the $40 million acquisition of EasiFleet. This strategic move positions COG for upcoming government contracts in key states.

Pro-Pac Packaging is progressing a strategic review involving potential asset sales and liquidity support, with ASX trading suspension imminent pending financial disclosures.

Amcor plc reported a 10% increase in net sales for fiscal 2025 following its merger with Berry Global Group, Inc., yet net income fell 30% amid significant integration expenses and higher debt costs. The company aims to unlock $530 million in synergies by 2028 while navigating global economic and operational risks.