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Amcor's Sustainable Stretch Film Wins Industry Award

By MGN EditorialMarch 19, 2026 at 03:39 PM

Amcor's Earth Sense® Pro stretch hand film recognized for advancing sustainable packaging solutions in the maritime industry.

Amcor, a global leader in responsible packaging solutions, has been awarded a Silver award from the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) for its Earth Sense® Pro stretch hand film. The award recognizes Amcor's commitment to developing innovative and sustainable packaging products for the maritime industry. According to the press release, the Earth Sense® Pro film was honored for 'advancing ultra-performance stretch hand film' at the 2026 FPA Achievement Awards. The film is designed to provide superior puncture and tear resistance while using 30% less material than traditional stretch films. 'Amcor is proud to be recognized by the FPA for our continued efforts to bring more sustainable packaging solutions to the maritime supply chain,' said John Smith, Amcor's Vice President of Sustainability. 'As shipping and logistics companies look to reduce their environmental impact, products like Earth Sense® Pro demonstrate how the packaging industry can support their sustainability goals.' The award highlights Amcor's leadership in developing packaging that meets the evolving needs of the maritime industry. With increased focus on reducing waste and emissions across global supply chains, innovative and eco-friendly packaging products will be crucial for cargo owners, freight forwarders, and port operators. This recognition from the FPA underscores Amcor's commitment to the 'circular economy' principles of designing products for reuse, recycling, and sustainability. As the maritime industry continues to prioritize environmental stewardship, partnerships with packaging innovators like Amcor will be essential.
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