Coca-Cola bottler replaces 200,000 pounds of plastic a year with WestRock paper packaging solutionLiberty Coca-Cola Beverages and WestRock will collaborate to implement a paperboard carrier that replaces plastic rings for its multipack bottled beverages. Advancing sustainability efforts, WestRock’s PETCollar™ Shield Plus paper-based packaging will be used at Liberty’s Philadelphia production facility to package Coca-Cola’s top brands in multipacks.30 Nov 23
WestRock expands PETCollar rangeWestRock, a leading provider of sustainable paper and packaging solutions, is expanding its range of PETCollar™ solutions. PETCollar is a fiber-based, multipack clip solution for PET bottles that enables brands to transition from hard to recycle single-use plastic rings and shrink film to paperboard.27 Nov 23
WestRock earns top award at 80th annual North American Paperboard Packaging CompetitionWestRock Company, a leading provider of sustainable paper and packaging solutions, earned 10 awards for packaging design excellence during the 80th annual North American Paperboard Packaging Competition, including the prestigious Package of the Year award for its WhistlePig Whiskey PiggyBank rigid box with folding carton sleeve.01 Nov 23
Smurfit Kappa and WestRock Announce Transaction to Create a Global Leader in Sustainable PackagingFollowing the announcement of a possible combination dated 7 September 2023, the Boards of Smurfit Kappa and WestRock are pleased to announce the signing of a definitive transaction agreement to create Smurfit WestRock, a global leader in sustainable packaging.12 Sep 23
WestRock Lands Top Industry Spot in Fortune 500 RankingsWestRock Company has been ranked first in the Packaging and Containers industry category by Fortune Magazine on its 69th annual Fortune 500 ranking list. WestRock currently places #183 on the overall list, up 9 points from the 2022 Fortune Ranking.14 Jun 23
WestRock Acquisition of Grupo Gondi CompleteWestRock Company has announced it has completed the acquisition of the remaining interest in Grupo Gondi. This acquisition will enhance the Company’s leading position in the growing Latin American containerboard, paperboard and consumer and corrugated packaging markets.01 Dec 22
WestRock To Sell Ownership Interest in RTS Packaging, LLC to SonocoWestRock Company has entered into a definitive agreement to wholly divest its ownership interest in RTS Packaging, LLC, to joint venture partner Sonoco Products Company. In addition, the Company has signed a definitive agreement to sell its uncoated recycled paperboard mills in Eaton, Indiana, and Aurora, Illinois, to Ox Industries.09 Nov 22
WestRock Acknowledged for Innovative Design Excellence by Paperboard Packaging Council 2022Company Received Six Awards at Annual Paperboard Packaging Competition, Including Folding Carton of the Year28 Oct 22
WestRock Acknowledged for Innovative Design Excellence by Paperboard Packaging Council 2022WestRock Company earned six awards for packaging design excellence during the 79th annual North American Paperboard Packaging Competition, including the Folding Carton of the Year award.28 Oct 22
CanCollar® X is Newest Solution Automated by Patented CanCollar Fortuna® PlatformWestRock has announced an expansion of its CanCollar® family of multipack solutions with the introduction of CanCollar® X, a fiber-based solution for sustainable large format canned beverage packaging. CanCollar® X uses a fiber-based, glue-free minimalist design preferred by consumers to maximize can visibility.12 Sep 22
WestRock Partners With Budějovický Budvar and Mattoni 1873 to Advance Circularity Efforts in Czech Republic Beverage IndustryWestRock Company, a leading provider of sustainable paper and packaging solutions, has delivered its flexible and efficient Cluster-Pak® EvoTech™ packaging solution for a joint partnership between Budějovický Budvar and Mattoni 1873 to advance their shared commitment to improving circularity in the Czech Republic.09 Aug 22
Swiss Chalet Partners with WestRock to Launch Recyclable Paperboard Packaging Throughout Restaurant Chain in CanadaWestRock has announced a partnership with Recipe Unlimited to implement a suite of recyclable paperboard packaging, intended to divert 31 million plastic containers from landfills across Canada each year. The packaging began appearing at Swiss Chalet restaurants in October, 2021 and is now available across all its locations.21 Apr 22
WestRock Announces Plans to Construct New Corrugated Box Facility in the Pacific NorthwestWestRock has announced plans to build a new corrugated box plant in Longview, Washington, to meet the growing demand from WestRock’s regional customers in the Pacific Northwest. The new plant will be co-located with the Longview paper mill operations and will increase the integration of the mill’s containerboard.01 Feb 22
Grupo Modelo partners with WestRock and Grupo Gondi in transition to CanCollar Eco PackagingIn a partnership with WestRock and Grupo Gondi, Grupo Modelo is investing roughly 4 million dollars in the sustainable, fiber-based CanCollar Eco solution. WestRock and Grupo Gondi support Grupo Modelo’s industry leadership to reduce environmental impact in every community in which they operate by innovating, conserving natural resources and taking care of the environment.10 Jan 22
WestRock again honored for innovative design excellence by Paperboard Packaging CouncilWestRock Company has been recognized for packaging design excellence at the 78th Annual North American Paperboard Packaging Competition. The company won a total of 14 awards, including Sustainability Award of the Year, reinforcing its commitment to imagining and delivering on the promise of a more sustainable future.04 Nov 21
Heinz partners with WestRock to remove 550 tonnes of plastic packaging from multipacks in UK supermarketsHeinz has announced today that it is continuing its mission to remove plastic from supermarket shelves with the UK roll-out of the Heinz Eco-Friendly Sleeve Multipack, a new, convenient, super skinny paperboard sleeve for all its multipack canned products. Made with WestRock’s PEFC-certified CarrierKote paperboard, the Heinz Eco-Friendly Sleeve is recyclable and comes from sustainably managed forests.08 Sep 21
WestRock introduces EverGrow fiber-based produce packaging collectionWestRock Company, a leading provider of differentiated paper and packaging solutions, has announced an expansion of its produce packaging offerings with the launch of its EverGrow Collection. WestRock has achieved a proprietary approach for a produce packaging collection made using sustainably sourced wood fiber. 17 Jun 21
Westrock wins 21 awards, including the distinguished Display of the YearWestRock was recognized with high honors at this year’s Outstanding Merchandising Achievement (OMA) Awards. The competition celebrates merchandising and design excellence at the retail point-of-purchase.10 May 21
WestRock recognized for excellence in merchandising displaysWestRock, a leading provider of differentiated paper and packaging solutions, was recognized at the Path to Purchase Design of the Times Awards with six awards for excellence in merchandising solutions, including two platinum awards, the most of any entrant.10 Nov 20
WestRock honored for outstanding merchandising achievementWestRock Company, a leading provider of differentiated paper and packaging solutions, received 19 awards at this year’s Outstanding Merchandising Achievement (OMA) Awards – the most of any entrant – including the distinguished Creative Award.29 Jun 20
WestRock named to FORTUNE’s list of world’s most admired companiesWestRock has announced that it has been named to FORTUNE magazine's annual list of the World’s Most Admired Companies. It is the fifth-consecutive year WestRock has been named to the prestigious list.21 Jan 20
WestRock honored for packaging design excellence by Paperboard Packaging CouncilWestRock has been recognized for packaging design excellence at the 76th annual North American Paperboard Packaging Competition. The company won 13 awards - the most of any entrant - including the Sustainability Award of the Year.29 Oct 19
WestRock expands capabilities for the beauty & personal care, nutraceutical and media industriesWestRock Company is expanding its capabilities to support the beauty & personal care, nutraceutical and media industries with the acquisition of UBS Printing Group, Inc. (UBS). The acquisition further extends the company’s geographical footprint on the U.S. West Coast and will become a part of WestRock’s Multi Packaging Solutions business.02 May 19
WestRock recognized for advancing the recyclability of foodservice packagingThe Sustainable Packaging Coalition has honored WestRock Company, a leading provider of differentiated paper and packaging solutions, with its Innovator Award for the company’s work in improving the recyclability of foodservice packaging. The SPC is a membership-based collaborative that believes in the power of industry to make packaging more sustainable.15 Apr 19
WestRock expands portfolio of automated packaging systemsWestRock Company, a leading provider of differentiated paper and packaging solutions, has expanded its portfolio of automated packaging system offerings with the acquisition of Linkx Packaging Systems. Linkx specializes in automated packaging machinery ranging from single-order dispatch systems to fully integrated automation.07 Mar 19
WestRock named one of twelve winners of NextGen Cup ChallengeWestRock, a leading provider of differentiated paper and packaging solutions, has announced that its prototype of a recyclable fiber-based cup for hot and cold applications was named one of 12 winners of the NextGen Cup Challenge.28 Feb 19
WestRock honored for design excellence by Paperboard Packaging CouncilWestRock Company, a leading provider of differentiated paper and packaging solutions, received 12 awards at the 75th annual North American Paperboard Packaging Competition. The awards include the inaugural Digital Application of the Year Award for its Crown Royal Rodeo Digital Campaign.06 Nov 18
WestRock completes acquisition of KapStoneWestRock Company, a leading provider of differentiated paper and packaging solutions, has announced that it has completed the acquisition of KapStone Paper and Packaging Corporation. The acquisition also strengthens WestRock’s presence on the West Coast of the United States and broadens WestRock’s portfolio of differentiated paper and packaging solutions with the addition of attractive paper grades and distribution capabilities.02 Nov 18
WestRock Tacoma containerboard mill earns ISO CertificationWestRock is committed to quality. That’s why the company recently completed all the requirements for ISO 9001: 2008 certification of our Tacoma, Washington containerboard mill.04 Apr 17
The WestRock Foundation supports projects of The Nature ConservancyPaper and packaging company partners to preserve forestlands and freshwater in Virginia and Tennessee04 Apr 17
WestRock named to Fortune’s world’s most admired company listWestRock Company announced today that it has once again been named to Fortune Magazine’s annual list of the “World’s Most Admired Companies". The survey measures nine attributes considered critical to a company’s global success, including quality of management, social responsibility, people management and global competitiveness, among others.23 Feb 17
Definitive agreement reached for WestRock to acquire Multi Packaging Solutions for $18.00 per shareWestRock Company and Multi Packaging Solutions International Limited announced today that a definitive agreement has been reached for WestRock to acquire all of the outstanding shares of MPS for $18.00 per share in cash and the assumption of an estimated $873 million in net debt, for a total enterprise value of $2.28 billion.30 Jan 17
WestRock and Grupo Gondi complete joint ventureIt has been announced that WestRock and Grupo Gondi have completed the formation of a joint venture combining their paper and packaging operations in Mexico. The combination was recently approved by Mexico’s Antitrust Authority, the Comisión Federal de Competencia Económica (COFECE), and the companies will begin operating in Mexico as a single entity immediately.04 Oct 16
Media fact sheet: What’s new with WestRock at Luxe Pack Monaco 2015WestRock’s Creative Studio for Fragrance and Pearl Deco Collection showcase a sampling of what is possible, pairing all the right aesthetic elements in an easy, efficient way to unlock unlimited creativity. Visit the WestRock booth at Booth RD09 to explore how you can create a customized experience for the different personalities of your brands.21 Oct 15
RockTenn and MeadWestvaco now WestRockNorcross-based RockTenn has completed its merger with MeadWestvaco to officially become WestRock.06 Jul 15
WestRock Company Formed with Completion of Merger of MeadWestvaco and RockTennWestRock Company has announced that it has begun operations following the completion of the combination of MeadWestvaco Corporation and Rock-Tenn Company.01 Jul 15
MWV transforms the chilled ready meal experience with SmartFareMeadWestvaco Corporation, a global leader in packaging and packaging solutions, has this week announced the launch of SmartFare™, a new package for chilled ready meals. SmartFare transforms the flimsy CRM tray into a premium, brandable experience, offering new product development professionals a way to drive trial, brand loyalty and repeat purchase.22 May 14
MWV partners with L’Oréal on Garnier Nutrisse packagingMWV has announced an agreement with L’Oréal to produce the packaging for its popular Garnier Nutrisse hair coloration line. MWV will produce packaging for 52 Garnier Nutrisse product variations, surmounting traditional difficulties with regard to product consistency and sustainability.20 Apr 10
MWV develops exclusive gift package for Aftelier perfumesOne of the world’s leading natural perfume experts, Mandy Aftel, partnered with MeadWestvaco Personal & Beauty Care (NYSE: MWV) to develop an exclusive gift package for the launch of her latest fragrance “Lumiere”.23 Apr 09