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INX to discuss industry can developments at Latamcan
New developments that are impacting the metal decorating industry, and what can be done about them now and in the future will be addressed by two INX executives at the upcoming Latamcan Conference. The foremost Latin America conference for the canmaking industry is being held July 12-14 at the Hilton Reforma hotel in Mexico City.…
Blake Lively launches gourmet sparkling canned cocktails
The makers of Betty Buzz, the sparkling beverage brand, have announced the launch of Betty Booze, a new line of gourmet low-alcohol, sparkling cocktails. Founder Blake Lively said, “These are the recipes I’ve been making for loved ones for years. But I have 4 kids now. And I’m tired. So here they are in a can.…
Novelis aluminium recycling plant awarded £4.6million government contract
An aluminium recycling and rolling plant in Cheshire, UK has been awarded £4.6million by the government. The new multimillion-pound government contract was awarded to Novelis’ Latchford plant, which is off Thelwall Lane. Among other things, Novelis purchases used aluminium drinks cans – the company liaises with local authorities to advise on how best to dispose…
Belvoir Farms installs £1.7m canning line
Belvoir Farms has invested £1.7m in a canning line at its Bottesford factory to help ramp up its NPD pipeline. Packing 50,000 cans per hour, the line will allow Belvoir to roll out 250ml can formats of three of its RTD mocktails: Passionfruit Martini, Peach Bellini, and Yuzu & Lime Mojito. The smaller format of the cocktails,…
Amcor partners with Aludium to enhance sustainable packaging
Amcor, has joined forces with Aludium, a leading European aluminium supplier, to produce a low-carbon aluminium product designed explicitly for screwcaps. This collaboration aims to offer a low-carbon alternative in the production of packaging materials, further enhancing sustainability efforts in the industry. The recently introduced aluminium product achieves a carbon footprint reduction of over 50 per…
Eviosys launches ‘EcopeelTM’ a new can design revolutionising canned food
International packaging giant, Eviosys, has revealed its latest innovation, Ecopeel. Set to revolutionise the packaging industry and drive further adoption of metal packaging, Ecopeel combines Eviosys’ 200 years of expertise with cutting edge technology to produce an industry first: a processable food can with a sleek peelable foil directly sealed on the can body. Ecopeel…
Collaboration at the top of the agenda for ALFED’s House of Lords lunch
ALFED hosted members from across the aluminium supply chain at the House of Lords for its annual parliamentary lunch. Hosted by Lord Rupert Redesdale, the event discussed important issues relating to the sector at the highest level within UK government. Held in the Cholmondeley Room Terrace, the lunch comprised three keynotes from thought leaders within…
Seven Bro7hers Brewing Co crowdfunds for expansion goals
As it steps into a new phase of expansion to meet rapidly growing demand, Salford-based brewery SEVEN BRO7HERS BREWING CO, is launching a crowdfunding campaign to raise £500,000. This significant step will allow the brewery to build a new ‘forever home’ as part of a broader plan to scale up production and create a permanent…
ASI welcomes Wyda South Africa as its 300th member
ASI has achieved another significant milestone by welcoming its 300th member, Wyda South Africa, into the Industrial User membership class. This achievement comes after reaching the 200 member milestone in November 2021, marking a remarkable growth in ASI Membership. ASI was established as a not-for-profit entity on June 25, 2015, with the purpose of developing…
Welcome to July!
We’re firmly entering the summer months now filled with outdoor festivals and holidays to far flung places. We’re currently in Rock, Cornwall – home of Sharps Brewery and everywhere we turn we’re seeing canned cocktails, new and exciting beers as well as these fantastic aluminum cups made by Envirocup, a company who say they are…