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Two Milwaukee companies partner to sell canned purified water
Two companies have collaborated to help solve two problems in Milwaukee: the millions of plastic bottles that are improperly disposed of as landfill fodder or litter, as well as ensuring that the funding needed to support sustainability efforts for the Menomonee River is raised. Beer Capitol Distributing Company and City Lights Brewing Company have announced…
Dulux Decorator Centre processes one million paint cans under can recycling scheme
Dulux Decorator Centre has received a staggering one million paint cans under its can recycling scheme. Thanks to the initiative, Dulux Decorator Centre is improving the environmental efficiency of the industry one can at a time by reducing the amount of construction waste that ends up in landfill. Dulux Decorator Centre’s free of charge can…
Aluminum Association releases updated environmental product declarations
The Aluminum Association has released updated environmental product declarations (EPDs) that show reductions on the environmental impact of aluminium product types including primary aluminium ingot, recycled aluminium ingot, aluminium extrusion products and aluminium sheet products. An EPD is a comprehensive, internationally harmonised report that describes the potential environmental impact of a particular product through its…
Ball Corporation expands portfolio of its infinitely recyclable Ball aluminium cup
Ball has announced the availability of two new sizes of its infinitely recyclable Ball Aluminum Cup, therefore broadening the opportunity for venues, concessionaires and more to offer consumers a full portfolio of sustainable cup options. The Ball Aluminum Cup that is available for food service customers is now composed of 90% recycled content, making it…
Flint Group announces date for Circular Central Impression Flexographic Printing webinar
Flint Group has revealed the details of its upcoming webinar focused on Circular Central Impression (CI) Flexographic Printing. This free webinar will take place on Thursday, the 1st of December 2022. The event features an experienced panel of speakers who will discuss the technologies available for today’s printers and converters who seek circular and sustainable…
AkzoNobel revenue up 19% despite increased macro-economic headwinds impacting results
Akzo Nobel has published its results for Q3 2022. Key highlights include: Revenue up 19% and 14% higher in constant currencies1, pricing up 13% ROS2 at 6.4% (2021: 10.0%), resulting from lower volumes and higher raw material and freight costs, as well as inflation on operating expenses Adjusted EBITDA at €283 million (2021: €325 million) Q4…
Day One Beverages completes multimillion dollar funding round
Vincere Capital recently announced an investment into Los Angeles, CA-based Day One Beverages (“Day One”), effective June 22, 2022. Headquartered in Venice Beach, Day One Beverages has earned national recognition as a sparkling CBD water brand and recently earned the role of the exclusive CBD partner of USA Pickleball. Day One is on a mission to democratise CBD by making it accessible…
Flint Group celebrates wins at the FIAUK Print Awards
Flint Group, is celebrating after picking up a duo of bronze awards, whilst its products supported more than 10 companies who won accolades at this year’s FIA UK Print Awards. At the ceremony held at Silverstone racetrack, Flint Group was recognised for the development of inks and coatings which enhance recyclability, supporting the creation of…
Molson Coors overhaul of Golden Brewery begins to take shape
The view outside Peter J. Coors’ office is changing. What was once an unimpeded view of the Rocky Mountain foothills now includes a bustling construction site, reshaping Molson Coors’ brewery in Golden, Colo. “That’s the biggest question I get (from employees): ‘How is this going to affect my view?’” says Coors, who is overseeing the…
Big Shock partners with AMP on special edition COD can
Czech energy drink powerhouse Big Shock! has deployed Ardagh Metal Packaging’s new H!GHEND technology to stunning effect, unleashing an impressive special edition can to mark the launch of combat game Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II. Big Shock!, the #2 energy drink in the Czech Republic, aims to attract young (18-35) gaming fans who are…
