Recent North America news
Success from simplification and sustainability
We met with Olli Koponen, a former President of Flexible Packaging who is retiring at the end of June, leaving behind him an impressive journey at Huhtamaki.
Green recovery is the only viable way forward
President and CEO Charles Héaulmé writes about our commitment and thoughts on the EU Green Deal and Single-Use Plastics Directive.
Huhta Mask is a high-quality face mask to help a responsible return to a new normal
We have launched our Huhta Mask – a high quality, breathable, washable and comfortable face mask for you and all your loved ones. It is ideal for everyday use, made of technical sports fabric with fluid repellent properties.
A short history of the paper cup - providing a hygienic choice since the early 20th century
Paper cups were invented in the early 20th century in response to growing concerns about hygiene & public health. It's been the hygienic choice ever since and continues to deliver the same values of health & safety still today, now with increasing focus.
Huhtamaki Fresh is awarded the Bio-based Material of the Year
Huhtamaki Fresh was chosen as the winner of the Bio-based Material of the Year award. The award was given to the most innovative bio-based material and product on the market for the 13th time.
We are expanding the manufacture of protective face shields
We are expanding the manufacture of protective face shields. These protective face shields help health care staff and people in other close contact occupations to return to work safely.
We are supporting local communities in North America during the coronavirus pandemic
Huhtamaki North America has always taken great pride in supporting the communities where we work and making a difference where it matters most. Here are some of the great projects carried out by our employees across the US up until now.
Making a difference where it matters most: addressing the urgent need for personal protective equipment (PPE) by frontline workers on the COVID-19 pandemic
The global outbreak of the COVID-19 crisis has led to a critical need for personal protective equipment (PPE). Huhtamaki partnered with Bloc Blinds, a blind manufacturing company, to produce face shields in answer to that demand.