News in Brief
Graphic Packaging debuts ClipCombo
Fiber-based consumer packaging company Graphic Packaging International has launched ClipCombo, a modular multipack system that offers beverage makers and packers the ability to apply two different clip-style packs with a single machine. Along with the ability to switch between two pack styles in just minutes rather than hours, ClipCombo can achieve top-line speeds of up to…
The Label Makers’ eco-friendly can label wrap proves ideal for Dunnet Bay Distillers
A can label wrap by The Label Makers for a new ready-to-drink cocktail has taken sustainable labelling to new levels, having been made from 5% apple waste from apple juice production and 95% FSC certified pulp. The cocktail, called the Wonders of the Wilderness, which combines award-winning Holy Grass Scottish Vodka with apple tonic, was…
Student Starpack Awards winner takes VIP tour of R&D facility
Jake Inglis, winner of the Alupro-sponsored ‘personal daily care product and brand’ category at the 2022 Student Starpack Awards, was taken on a VIP tour of Crown’s state-of-the-art R&D facility in Wantage Providing a priceless opportunity to go behind the scenes at one of the UK’s leading packaging design centres, Jake was joined by key…
Monaco cocktails launches new canned cocktail category
Monaco Cocktails, a ten-year industry veteran with a rich history of developing unique canned cocktails, today announces its entrance into the hard lemonade category with Monaco Hard Lemonades. Featuring Original and Peach flavours, Monaco Hard Lemonades are the new go-to for those long summer nights with friends. This new line disrupts the market and existing…
Miller Lite surges in Canada
Miller Lite is on roll in Canada, capturing share from competitors, outperforming company expectations and growing at time when the overall beer market is shrinking. The brand has grown volume 38% over the past 12 months, according to Beer Canada, outpacing key competitors and taking share at Canada’s largest beer retailer, The Beer Store. “Miller Lite…
Hard Rock canned cocktails to launch in UK
Hard Rock International is expanding the launch of Hard Rock Expert Cocktails across the pond in London, signifying the iconic brand’s first ever international distribution of its ready-to-drink canned cocktails. “Hard Rock was born in London so it’s with great pride that we expand our ready-to-drink cocktails with the first international taste in our hometown,” said Kimberly Manna,…
Energy crisis halves aluminium production capacity in Europe
Futures prices of natural gas in Europe surged as Russia cut or even suspended at a point its natural gas exports. As a result, the electricity prices in Europe hit record highs almost every day, with electricity prices in German jumping above 700 euros for the first time in history. Zinc and aluminium smelting capacity…
Ball Aluminum Cup set for UK debut
The Ball Aluminum Cup is set to hit the UK this autumn after a successful debut at three editions of the Super Bowl and Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres US Tour. The infinitely recyclable aluminium Cup is designed for serving drinks in all chilled beverage categories at multiple venues including sports stadia, music arenas and festivals,…
Wildpack announces supply agreement with Ball
Wildpack has announced the execution of a long-term purchase and supply agreement for sustainable aluminium beverage packaging with Ball. “Wildpack is delivering on our commitment to ensure our customers have ongoing access to sustainable beverage packaging in the U.S.” said Thomas Walker, Chief Growth Officer at Wildpack. “Our partnership with Ball will allow us to…
Novelis achieves ASI Certification at all 14 of Its Aluminium Scrap Collection Centres in South America
Novelis has announced that it has been awarded Performance Standard Certifications from the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) for its 14 scrap collection centres in Brazil. This achievement recognises Novelis’ responsible manufacturing practices by ASI. Combined with Novelis’ strong focus on the circular economy and industry-leading levels of recycled content across its product range, the certification…
