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Ardagh Metal Packaging opens Bonn laboratory
Ardagh Metal Packaging has opened a new laboratory in Bonn, expanding its technical capabilities in Europe as beverage producers face rising regulatory and product complexity. The facility, operated by Ardagh Metal Packaging-Europe, will provide testing and analytical services including material compatibility, coating performance and food safety compliance, supporting both customers and the company’s production network.…
Aluminum Association welcomes tariff changes but calls for further refinement
The Aluminum Association has welcomed changes to US tariff rules on aluminium products, while warning that elements of the revised framework may have unintended consequences for domestic producers. The industry body was responding to the Trump administration’s decision to modify how Section 232 tariffs are applied to certain aluminium-containing goods, including a shift to valuing…
Constellation Brands moves deeper into non-alcoholic segment with HOPWTR acquisition
Constellation Brands has agreed to acquire the remaining interest in non-alcoholic drinks brand HOPWTR, as the group steps up its push into fast-growing moderation categories. The US drinks group said the transaction, expected to close in early April, will give it full ownership of the Los Angeles-based brand, which produces hop-infused sparkling water positioned as…
INX International Ink to showcase digital and sustainable ink innovations at Craft Brewers Conference 2026
INX International Ink Co. is set to highlight a portfolio of digital and sustainable ink technologies for beverage packaging at the Craft Brewers Conference 2026, as suppliers seek to align print performance with tightening environmental and regulatory demands. The US-based ink producer will present its latest developments at booth 2237 during the event, which takes…
Princes Group signals potential price increases as cost pressures re-emerge
Princes Group plc has signalled potential price increases in response to rising input costs, even as the newly listed group reported strong profit growth and cash generation in its full-year results. The company said it is monitoring renewed inflationary pressures across energy, logistics and raw materials, with geopolitical tensions, particularly in the Middle East, contributing…
Heineken bets on “phygital” fan engagement with Coachella tech launch
Heineken is deepening its push into experiential marketing with the launch of a wearable device designed to turn casual festival encounters into longer-term social connections, as brands increasingly seek to monetise live events beyond traditional sponsorship. Unveiled at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, the “Clinker” is a smart band that attaches to beer…
Virendra Shelar appointed president and chief executive of Omron’s European automation business
Omron has appointed Virendra Shelar as president and chief executive of its industrial automation business in Europe. Shelar, who assumes the role from 1 April, will be based at the company’s European headquarters in Hoofddorp. He brings more than 25 years of experience across high-technology industries, with a track record spanning organisational transformation and operational…
CANPACK reports Q3 2025 growth amid ongoing investment and cost pressures
CANPACK Group has reported revenue growth in the third quarter of 2025, supported by higher beverage can volumes and pricing mechanisms linked to raw material costs, according to its latest results statement. The company said performance in the period reflected “continued demand across key markets” and the benefits of its global footprint, with shipment volumes…
Entries open for 2025 Excellence in Quality Awards in Metal Decorating
The International Metal Decorating & Packaging Association (IMDPA) has officially opened submissions for the 2025 Excellence in Quality Awards, one of the industry’s most esteemed global competitions. The contest celebrates outstanding craftsmanship in metal decorating and packaging, with entries due by 15 August 2025. Recognised as one of the longest-running and most prestigious annual competitions…
Mutti rolls out £1.65 PMP canned tomatoes just for convenience stores
Mutti, Italy’s renowned tomato brand, has introduced a new £1.65 price-marked pack (PMP) of its 400g Polpa Finely Chopped Tomatoes, tailored specifically for the UK’s independent convenience sector. This strategic move aims to provide independent retailers with a competitive edge by offering premium-quality products at transparent pricing. The Polpa Finely Chopped Tomatoes are crafted from…
