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Truly Hard Seltzer launches higher-ABV option
Truly Hard Seltzer has announced the launch of Truly Extra Hard Seltzer, a delicious and refreshing hard seltzer that clocks in at 8% ABV, giving drinkers that extra kick. Truly is one of the first movers in the category to launch a higher ABV option. After its 2020 test launch received overwhelmingly positive drinker feedback, Truly Extra…
CCEP launches carbon neutral manufacturing initiative
CCEP has announced that two of its manufacturing sites have launched plans to make their operations entirely carbon neutral over the next three years. The factories in Chaudfontaine in Belgium and Dongen in the Netherlands are two of six sites that are part of a pilot CCEP initiative, aiming to become carbon neutral by the…
Henkel looks back on successful 30 years of sustainable development
Henkel has published its 30th Sustainability Report, detailing its achievements and progress in the area of sustainability. “For us, at Henkel, sustainability is not only part of our long-standing tradition, but also an integral element of our strategic agenda for Purposeful Growth. In 2010, we defined our long-term sustainability strategy and targets up to 2030.…
Hydro to sell Rolling business area to €1,380 million
Energy and aluminium company Norsk Hydro ASA has entered into an agreement to sell its Hydro Rolling business to KPS Capital Partners for €1,380 million on an enterprise value basis, a major step in Hydro’s agenda to improve profitability and drive sustainability. The transaction includes seven plants, one R&D center, global sales offices, and around…
Coca-Cola European Partners invests in two KHS lines
KHS has been a reliable partner for can filling and packaging to the biggest beverage factory in Europe, situated in Wakefield in Great Britain. At the start of the corona crisis the Coca-Cola bottler again benefitted from the quality of the companies’ cooperation and KHS technology. Wakefield, together with Leeds, Bradford and Huddersfield constitutes one…
Technocap manufactures aluminium beer bottles for Austria craft brewer
Recent beverage industry trends have placed package design and labelling into the spotlight since consumers are attracted to visually appealing package design that align with their sustainability interests in both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Aluminium beer bottles are the perfect solution to increase shelf impact and drive value sales within mature beer markets. These are…
Markem-Imaje introduces low odour, alcohol-based ink
Markem-Imaje has launched its FB655 continuous inkjet ink, a new ink product aimed at the food industry, as well as fast-moving consumer goods like cosmetics. The low odour, alcohol-based ink improves user experience, convenience and cost control, while delivering excellent code quality. The FB655 ink is virtually odour-free and is financially and environmentally advantageous compared…
Budweiser Brewing Group invests more than £115m in its UK breweries
Budweiser Brewing Group has announced a £115million+ investment into its two major UK breweries in South Wales and Lancashire. The investment is designed to drive economic prosperity across the UK and to increase its capacity and efficiency. The commitment from the brewer comes at a time when the UK begins looking forward to recovering from the…
Massilly installs new metal decorating press
Massilly North America Inc., is investing in its first new Koenig & Bauer MetalStar 3 metal decorating press. “We service a wide range of customers in Canada, the U.S., and Central/South America from small local gourmet jam and sauce producers, to national co-packers of products like pasta sauces, salsas and pickles, all the way to major…
UTC Overseas appoints Bryan Fathauer to head up US operations
UTC Overseas has announced the promotion of Bryan Fathauer to Senior Vice President of US Operations. A statement from the board of directors said Fathauer is a strong leader whose valuable contributions have driven growth in the Project, Heavy Haul, Steel, and Packaging departments. During his 20-year tenure, he has been instrumental in developing these…
