Look Ahead: Flexible Packaging Trends in 2026 The flexible packaging industry is heading into 2026 with serious momentum. 2025 brought new sustainability mandates, rising consumer expectations for convenience, and mounting pressure on brands and their packaging partners to adapt faster than ever. The industry responded with innovation across the board: recyclable film structures, premium matte finishes, smart packaging technologies, high-barrier solutions, and a renewed focus on speed to...


