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UK based fruit beverage presser expands with new canning line
James White Drinks has expanded its production capabilities and opened a new canning line at the company’s factory in Ashbocking, Suffolk, UK. The company said that the new line is part of a significant investment in James White’s Suffolk manufacturing facility to meet the growing demand for Big Tom spicy tomato juice products. In addition, the canning line…
Aluminum and steel demand continues to drop in 2023
Due to the war in Ukraine, the pricing of aluminium and steel peaked last spring. Since then, weak demand has led to stockholders dropping their pricing to reduce excess inventory. This is despite higher production costs on the supply side due to an increase in energy costs. In April 2023, the cost of materials used in construction…
Hydro completes acquisition of Alumetal
Hydro acquired the Polish aluminium recycling company, Alumetal S.A on June 30, completing the tender offer for more than 97 percent of the shares. The acquisition of the Polish aluminium recycling company strengthens Hydro’s recycling position in Europe and widens its product offering in the low-carbon and scrap based foundry alloy market. This is a…
Hungarian Hell Energy to expand in Azerbaijan
A new plant by soft drink maker Hell Energy planned in Azerbaijan with the cooperation of a local investment fund will create a new economic link between east and west, Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó said on Monday. The ministry cited Szijjártó saying in Baku that the foundations of “another joint success story” between the two…
Berlin Packaging acquires Greek firm Coropoulis Packaging
Berlin Packaging has acquired Coropoulis Packaging SA, a packaging supplier of closures, corks and glass containers. Established in 1893, the Athens-based company has extensive local market knowledge, providing packaging solutions for the wine, spirits, food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics end markets. In addition to expertise in closures, corks and glass packaging, Coropoulis Packaging provides bottling…
Ardagh release new Green Bond Report
Ardagh Metal Packaging S.A. (AMP) (NYSE: AMBP) today published its second Green Bond Report, providing an update on the allocation of the use of net proceeds from its Green Bond issued June 2022 for $600 million. AMP’s Green Bond has played a key role with numerous eligible green projects advancing AMP’s sustainability strategy and that…
Sol’s bright summer
Sol, the Mexican beer brand that lays claim to that country’s No. 1 chelada, is set to debut a new chelada variety pack this month that includes Sol Chelada, Limon y Sal and Mango y Chamoy variants, as well as its namesake lager. Sold in key regions, the new 12-ounce 12-pack variety pack seeks to…
Brazilian beverage brand chooses Crown aluminium cans for its health-conscious hydration alternative
Brazilian beverage producer Socorro Bebidas (Socorro) has expanded its partnership with Crown Embalagens Metálicas da Amazônia S.A., a subsidiary of Crown Holdings, to launch Acquíssima Sabor flavoured mineral water in 350ml (12oz) CrownSleek cans. The premium zero-calorie drink features natural aromas, offering a health-conscious alternative for consumers to stay hydrated and incorporate key nutrients into…
PepsiCo selects 10 Hispanic owned startups to join the greenhouse accelerator program
PepsiCo has announced the 10 finalists chosen to participate in the Greenhouse Accelerator Program: Juntos Crecemos (Together We Grow) Edition. For the first time in its history, the program is focused on supporting emerging Hispanic businesses that provide products, services and technology solutions across the food and beverage industry. The finalists represent a diverse range of…
Pea protein sparkling drink launches across the UK
Vow Sports Ltd has launched Sparklean, the world’s first pea protein sparkling drink, in 1400 UK Boots stores. Sparklean distinguishes itself as a game-changer in the market by offering a refreshing and delightful beverage that combines the goodness of a novel pea protein with an effervescent twist. What Sparklean says sets them truly apart is…
