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CANPACK applies Shimmer and Supertactile finishes across Tiger energy drink range
CANPACK has worked with Polish beverage producer Maspex to redesign cans across its Tiger energy drink portfolio using two of the canmaker’s special-effect finishes. The new cans combine CANPACK’s Shimmer effect with its Supertactile finish and have been introduced across Tiger’s core products, sugar-free variants and high-caffeine MAX range. Rather than limiting the finishes to…
European aluminium foil deliveries return to growth in second quarter
European aluminium foil deliveries returned to growth during the second quarter of 2026, with stronger demand for thicker gauges helping the market recover from a weak start to the year. Deliveries by European Aluminium Foil Association (EAFA) members reached around 238,000 tonnes between April and June, up 0.6% compared with the same period in 2025.…
Brazil’s emerging beverage categories drive 30% growth in can demand
Brazil’s aluminium beverage can market sold 16.4 billion units during the first half of 2026, as growing demand from emerging drinks categories helped support a positive outlook for the year. Energy drinks, alcohol-free beer, juice and water recorded combined can volume growth of around 30% during the six-month period, according to Brazilian beverage can association…
LuxTronic launches end-of-line inspection system for beverage can production
LuxTronic has launched a new vision inspection system designed to monitor beverage cans through the final stages of production before palletised loads leave the plant. The FinalCheck platform uses three overhead cameras positioned at the accumulation table, divider section and pallet well, extending inspection coverage beyond conventional upstream quality checks. LuxTronic said the system is…
Plasmatreat expands surface treatment portfolio with low-pressure plasma technology
Plasmatreat has expanded its industrial surface treatment portfolio with a new low-pressure plasma system as the German technology company targets a broader range of manufacturing applications. The company has added AURORA-Plasma to its existing Openair-Plasma and PlasmaPlus technologies, giving manufacturers access to atmospheric-pressure plasma, plasma-based nanocoating and low-pressure treatment systems. AURORA-Plasma has been available since…
AB InBev targets growth through premium beer and expanding RTD portfolio
AB InBev is targeting further growth across premium beer, no-alcohol products and ready-to-drink beverages after reporting increased sales across all three categories during the second quarter of 2026. The brewer’s above-core beer portfolio recorded revenue growth of 6.9% during the quarter, led by Corona, Stella Artois and Michelob Ultra. Revenue from the three brands outside…
ACTEGA expands Asian can sealant production with new China facility
ACTEGA is expanding its production capabilities for food and beverage can sealants in Asia with a new manufacturing facility in China. The packaging coatings and sealants specialist is investing in a new production platform at its existing Foshan site in Guangdong Province, with construction scheduled for completion by the end of September. The facility will…
ALFED warns aluminium sector needs urgent clarity on UK CBAM
The Aluminium Federation (ALFED) has called on the UK Government to provide urgent clarity on the implementation of its Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), warning that businesses need more time to prepare ahead of its introduction in January 2027. The trade body has submitted an industry briefing to Government setting out concerns from across the…
UK deposit return scheme to undergo accessibility trial ahead of 2027 launch
The UK’s future Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) will undergo a live accessibility trial this week, with consumers testing reverse vending machines and return instructions ahead of the scheme’s planned launch in October 2027. The trial will take place during the Special Olympics Great Britain National Summer Games in Birmingham from 27 to 30 August and…
Trivium becomes first packaging company to join Metals Sector RBC Agreement
Trivium Packaging has become the first packaging manufacturer to join the Responsible Business Conduct (RBC) Agreement for the Metals Sector, extending its supply chain commitments across the international metals industry. The agreement brings together businesses, trade associations, trade unions, NGOs and the Dutch government to identify and address human rights and environmental risks within global…
