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Aluminium industry denounces the Digital Deposit Return Scheme
A number of influential figures in the aluminium industry have come together to denounce the Digital DRS arguing that it is unpractical and unsustainable. The group which included, Tom Giddings, Executive Director, Alpuro, Robert Fell, Executive Director, MPMA and Tim Conybeare, Chairman of The Can Makers Committee. cited a number of reasons as to why…
Every Can Counts launch pilot can deposit programme on Greek island
Every Can Counts Greece (Kathe Kouti Metrai), in collaboration with the Municipality of Antiparos, has initiated a pilot campaign aimed at evaluating citizen engagement and return rates within the framework of a Deposit Return Scheme (DRS). The project commenced in October with the installation of two Reverse Vending Machines (RVMs) and is scheduled to operate…
TOLAG now sole agent for WALLRAM Group
TOLAG is now the sole agent for Wallram Group in Southeast Asia, Australia and New Zealand. The agreement will see TOLAG and its Technical Director and Can Making veteran, Chris McKenzie, expand TOLAG’s ability to provide specialist process management and consulting support, as well agency agreements for toll manufacturing of the TOLAG range of washer…
Ball and CCEP launch innovative carbon-cutting vehicle trial
Ball Beverage Packaging and Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) have announced a new UK trial of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) part fuelled vehicles. A twelve-month trial began in October which could reduce supply chain CO2e emissions by around 300 tonnes per year. Approximately 5000 deliveries will be powered by a blend of HVO and diesel fuel which will supply the…
Ralphs coffee available in new RTD format
The first Ralph’s Coffee opened in 2014 in New York City, with a charming green-and-white vintage look that brought the fashion brand’s classic American feel to the world of lattes and pastries. It has since become a must-visit location for anyone who likes to pair coffee with an Instagram photo shoot. Ralph’s has expanded over…
Bud Light becomes the official beer of UFC
UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organisation and part of TKO Group Holdings, together with Anheuser-Busch, one of America’s most iconic companies, have announced a new multiyear marketing partnership. Effective January 1, 2024, the brewer will become the exclusive “Official Beer Partner of UFC.” With this sponsorship, in the U.S., Bud Light will bring…
New Coca-Cola facility opens in Lisburn
World Superbike Champion, Jonathan Rea, has officially opened a new £17 million Coca-Cola production facility in Lisburn. Coca-Cola HBC Ireland and Northern Ireland and its partner Monster Energy have opened a new canning line facility, with the single largest investment since the facility opened in 2008, with 35 new permanent roles created as part of…
Amcor Capsules reduces carbon footprint by 35%
Wine and spirits closures manufacturer Amcor Capsules says it has improved the sustainability performance of its Stelvin aluminium screwcap range by reducing its carbon footprint by up to 35%. Part of the Amcor group, the production of a Stelvin screwcap now emits up to 35% less carbon emissions compared to a standard screwcap produced with…
CANPACK produces limited edition cans for Bavaria Beer
Drawing on more than 20 years of collaboration, the Royal Swinkels Family Brewers tasked CANPACK with production of a special, limited edition cans for their flagship Bavaria beer. A set of four eye-catching cans featuring iconic images of the Netherlands and its historic brewing tradition take consumers on a journey through typical Dutch scenes reminiscent…
Welcome to November!
As we gear up for Christmas, we’re keeping a keen eye on the marketing campaigns coming out from our favourite retailers. Most notably, the advent calendars. Stay tuned for a full report on the Christmas gimmicks we think hold their weight. On 11th and 12th October 2023, Canmaking News returned to the picturesque Cheshire countryside for the…