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Sun & Shine Cocktails make a splash as Sonoma craft’s first RTD cocktails
Sonoma Craft has launched Sun & Shine Cocktails in three artisanal offerings: Valencia Orange Mimosa, Pineapple Mimosa, and Hibiscus Spritz. The ready-to-drink, brunch-inspired trio will soon be available as a 12-ounce can 4-pack with a suggested retail price of $15.99. Each offering is crafted with real, whole ingredients for a refreshing brunch-ready cocktail that’s 10 percent ABV,…
Building trust and keeping it in the metal packaging industry
Building trust in a world of disinformation is a tricky business with brands having to work harder than ever before to achieve this. Building that trust between a brand and its customers can take years and in a twist of cruel fate, can be eroded in just seconds. In the metal packaging industry, trust is…
European tube market sees weaker growth
The European tube market was somewhat weaker in the first half of 2024. The European Tube Manufacturers Association (ETMA) reported a decline in deliveries of 1 per cent to a total volume of around 6 billion units. The three tube types developed differently. While demand for aluminium and plastic tubes fell by around 2 percent,…
Draft Top changes the way consumers enjoy canned beverages
Draft Top has announced the launch of Draft Top Lift Universal, a handheld bartool that seamlessly transforms canned beverages into formal cups within seconds. The Draft Top Lift Universal is the second iteration of the brand’s hero handheld tool, with new and improved upgrades and colorways, including the ability to lift the tops of canned beverages…
TOMRA publishes new eBook on the future of aluminum recycling
TOMRA Recycling has published a new eBook in the run-up to the ALUMINIUM Düsseldorf trade show which takes place from 8-10 October. The new eBook highlights the opportunities that aluminum recycling presents and demonstrates how the latest sorting technologies can unlock vast potential in this thriving industry. The company’s advanced aluminum solutions will be showcased…
Australian canned water brand makes its debut
Billy, a new “cheeky” Australian spring water brand, has made its debut. Born from the “pristine” springs of Mt Buninyong, Victoria, Billy offers pure, 100% natural spring water that’s “as refreshing as it’s eco-conscious”. “In a bold move to tackle the environmental impact of single-use plastics, Billy is introducing its water in recyclable aluminium cans,”…
Hubergroup receives fourth certification from Cradle to Cradle
The American Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute has honoured the global printing ink specialist hubergroup for the fourth time in a row for its pioneering standards in terms of environmental protection, sustainability and social commitment. The Cradle to Cradle (C2C) certification is a comprehensive certification system that aims to make products and materials more…
Counting down to the IMDPA Annual Conference: What can we expect for 2024?
The 2024 IMDPA Annual Conference, scheduled to take place from 24-26 September in Itasca, Illinois, US, is poised to be as engaging and informative as ever. As a media partner, Canmaking News is eagerly looking forward to it. With just a few weeks to go, let’s see what’s in store… Celebrating 90 years Coordinated by…
Orora announces sale of North American packaging solutions business
Orora Limited has entered into a binding agreement to sell Orora Packaging Solutions to Veritiv Corporation, an investee company of Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, LLC for an enterprise value of A$1.775 billion (US$1.2 billion) on a cash and debt-free basis. Veritiv’s offer fully values OPS and implies approximately 9.9x FY24A cash EBITDA, a premium to…
UK coffee shop chain collaborates with Podback
UK coffee shop, Costa Coffee has announced a new trial collaboration with Podback, a UK-wide coffee pod recycling service, to offer coffee pod recycling in 142 Costa Coffee stores across the UK. During the trial, customers can pick up free Podback recycling bags in-store and return them once full for Podback to collect and recycle.…
