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Canmaking News attends the 2023 IMDPA Annual Conference
Canmaking News attends the 2023 IMDPA Annual Conference We were thrilled to return to the IMDPA (International Metal Decorating and Packaging Association) Annual Conference, which this year took place on September 26-28 in Itasca, Illinois, USA. Day one opened with the keynote speech from Gus Reall, CEO of Stolle Machinery, discussing Substrate v Sustainability,…
Olmeca Altos Tequila launches canned RTD
Olmeca Altos Tequila is finally making its way into the fast-growing canned RTD market. Available now in Margarita Lime and Margarita Watermelon flavours, the duo of 5% ABV releases seeks to compete on crowded liquor store shelves alongside recent tequila RTD launches from the likes of Blake Lively, Travis Kelce, Jennifer Lopez and more. “The slightly sparkling Altos premixed…
Lumi, creater of a recyclable aluminium cup closes seed round of funding
Lumi, a newcomer in the food and beverage packaging sector with a mission to combat the global surge in single-use plastics, has successfully closed its seed round of funding. Proceeds from its oversubscribed round will enable Lumi to fully launch production of the LumiCup, the lightest disposable and endlessly recyclable aluminium cup on the market.…
Rockstar Energy Drink launches limited edition cans for Día de los Muertos
As millions of people prepare to celebrate Día de los Muertos, creating ofrendas (altars) and planning feasts in memory of their loved ones, Rockstar Energy Drink launches “Proud Hasta Los Huesos” (Proud to the Bones), a national campaign that invites consumers to participate in the beloved Mexican holiday that takes place during the first two days…
Moth canned cocktails gets B Corp certified
Moth canned cocktails have become B Corp certified. B Corp verifies that a company is meeting high standards and is transparent about employee benefits and charitable to supply chains. Moth says demonstrates their commitment. To reducing harm. And doing more good. Responsible and sustainable business practices come first. Our MOTHs taste better when we’re gentle…
Trivium’s sustainability targets approved by global emissions body
Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) has approved Trivium’s near-term science-based emissions reduction target. In 2021, Trivium Packaging pledged to set science-based targets to help limit the global temperature rise to 1.5°C in the short and long term. In 2022, Trivium adjusted its Scope 1 and 2 emissions reduction commitments from 30% to 42% by 2030.…
The Aluminum Association submits written testimony on solutions to address beverage container waste
The Senate Environment and Public Works Subcommittee on Chemical Safety, Waste Management, Environmental Justice, and Regulatory Oversight have held a hearing to examine solutions to address beverage container waste including recycling refunds. The Aluminum Association submitted written testimony: “We appreciate the Senate addressing this important issue. Recycling rates in the United States are not what…
CCEP invests £31 million in new canning line
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has announced a new £31million investment at its manufacturing site in Wakefield, Europe’s largest soft drinks plant by volume. The investment will help develop a new state-of-the-art canning line, which will be operational in 2024 and will be capable of producing 2,000 cans per minute. The new line will provide additional production capabilities for…
Britvic launches canned multipacks of its Indian Tonic Water
Britvic is expanding its presence in the UK retail sector with the launch of canned multipacks of its Indian Tonic Water. The 330ml cans will be available in a pack of six in both classic and zero-sugar variants for £4.25, and are aimed to help retailers capitalise on the growth of at-home occasions. According to…
Welcome to October!
We were thrilled to return to the IMDPA (International Metal Decorating and Packaging Association) Annual Conference, which this year took place on September 26-28 in Itasca, Illinois, USA. Day one opened with the keynote speech from Gus Reall, CEO of Stolle Machinery, discussing Substrate v Sustainability, stating that “there is no alternative to the metal…