Packaging Corporation of America PKG

Company Overview

Packaging Corporation of America (NYSE: PKG) is a U.S.-based manufacturer of containerboard, corrugated packaging products, and uncoated freesheet paper. The company operates primarily in the North American packaging and paper industries, serving customers across industrial, manufacturing, food and beverage, consumer goods, agriculture, and e-commerce sectors. PKG’s primary revenue drivers are the production and sale of corrugated packaging products and containerboard, with additional revenue generated through its paper business. The company is recognized as one of the largest producers of containerboard and corrugated packaging products in the United States.

PKG traces its origins to 1959 and expanded significantly through acquisitions and mill investments over several decades. A major milestone in its evolution was the 2013 acquisition of Boise Inc., which materially expanded its paper operations and geographic reach. The company’s integrated manufacturing model, which combines containerboard mills with a broad converting network, is considered a strategic advantage because it provides operational efficiency, supply chain control, and the ability to serve regional and national customers with customized packaging solutions.