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AB InBev owned OB to hike beer prices by 7.7%
Oriental Brewery (OB), the South Korean brewery currently owned by AB InBev, has reportedly announced plans to raise the prices of its beer range by approximately 7.7% by March 8, citing current tax rate adjustments on liquor following the growing rate of global inflation. According to reports, this would be the first time the brewery…
Miller Lite launch limited edition aluminium pints
Miller Lite’s iconic packaging is getting a neon glow-up, thanks to J Balvin. Drinkers can now start seeing the new limited-edition Miller Lite aluminium pints available nationwide featuring J Balvin’s signature lightning bolt, bright electric hues, and whimsical sketches – plus, they come with a chance to hang with Jose himself. The pint packaging collaboration…
Crown launches the fifth cycle of FORWARD initiative
Following the enormous success of Crown’s FORWARD program over the past four years, the company are excited to bring it ‘forward’ once more for the fifth cycle in 2022. The initiative is designed to accelerate the careers of highly skilled graduates with two to five years of experience in engineering or commercial roles in the…
WUNDER adds new 12 oz. Cans and bold flavours to its portfolio
WUNDER, maker of mindful alternatives to alcohol, has unveiled its re-imagined Higher Vibes line of high-dose sparkling cannabis beverages that now come in tall 12 ounce cans with four additional ounces of vibes to imbibe. The sleek cans come dressed in vivid, colourful designs that evoke the bold, all-natural flavours inside: Blood Orange Bitters, Watermelon…
Diageo North America opens new canning facility
With capacity to produce over 25 million cases of malt-based beverages and spirits-based Ready-to-Drink (RTD) cocktails, global beverage leader Diageo has opened its new manufacturing site, featuring two high-speed can lines. Located in Plainfield, Illinois, Diageo Lincolnway will help accelerate the development of the company’s RTD portfolio and growth strategy in the convenience category. “We’re…
Topo Chico Hard Seltzer stokes momentum with new flavours
Two months after launching nationwide in the U.S., Topo Chico Hard Seltzer already has posted some impressive wins. The brand has improved its industry share each week since its national launch, surging to the No. 4 spot of the best-selling hard seltzers in the U.S, according to IRI. It has the highest repeat purchase rates…
FILTEC offers upgrades for outdated inspection systems
FILTEC, a leader in food, beverage, and customer goods inspection solutions has announced a new offer for customers running legacy systems on bottling and canning lines. Customers that currently use FILTEC fill level, filler management, or case inspector systems can add the INTELLECT smart inspection platform for 10% off through the end of April 2022. Adding…
Novelis’ Korea plant achieves full ASI certification
Novelis Inc. has announced that its Yeongju Plant located in Gyeongsangbuk-do province, Korea, has been awarded the Chain of Custody Standard Certification by the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI). The ASI Chain of Custody Standard complements the Performance Standard by certifying not only the production of responsible aluminium but also its sourcing and processing along the…
Bevcraft Group acquires mobile canning business, Them That Can
Bevcraft Group, has completed the acquisition of the mobile canning business of Them That Can in a move which will deliver significant service level improvements to the UK craft beverage market including enhanced market coverage and capacity. Them That Can’s mobile fleet, equipment and associated crews will join Bevcraft with the enlarged offering operating as…
Beverage industry sees improvement despite uncertain times
Golden Grail Technology, a fast-growing company with a strategic mission to innovate, build and streamline the growth of its beverage portfolio through fiscally responsible investing has announced that the beverage industry is holding steady and growing despite uncertain times. Golden Grail Technology stock had clocked gains of 7% on Wednesday February 23, 2022. GOGY stock moved…
