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Mixed-up launches adds new flavours to canned cocktail line
Mixed-Up Cocktail Co ended 2023 with continued success, launching their new Smash line-up. These all-natural 6% ABV cocktails currently come in two flavours: Watermelon Hibiscus Smash and Tangerine Punch Smash, with plans to launch a Berry Citrus and Strawberry Mango in the upcoming months. Each flavour boasts a strong combination of natural juice and booze…
Trivium Packaging awarded platinum ranking by EcoVadis for third year running
Trivium Packaging has retained its Platinum status for its third consecutive year, the highest ranking in the 2024 EcoVadis sustainability ratings. Trivium was the first metal packaging company to obtain the coveted Platinum designation from EcoVadis, the world’s largest and most trusted provider of business sustainability ratings and is now the first to obtain this medal…
EGA and Nadeera launch recycling solution in communities
Emirates Global Aluminium has partnered with social enterprise Nadeera to launch an innovative recycling solution in communities near EGA’s plant in Jebel Ali. Yalla Return, developed by Nadeera, is an innovative platform to promote effective recycling by consumers. The programme uses technology as a community engagement tool to encourage and incentivise recycling through a mobile…
Atalanta Corporation buys canned seafood company
J.A. Kirsch, a leader in specialty canned food imports has been sold to Atalanta Corporation. BGL’s Food & Beverage investment banking team served as the exclusive financial advisor to J.A. Kirsch in the transaction and furthers BGL’s expertise within specialty foods. The specific terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Founded in 1905 and headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey, J.A. Kirsch is a national, privately-owned…
Ardagh said to be exploring Trivium sale
Ardagh Group and a Canadian teachers’ fund are said to be exploring for the second time in two years putting their food and speciality metal cans joint venture on the market, in a transaction that could put an enterprise value of more than $3.5 billion (€3.2 billion) on the business, including debt. Bloomberg reported this…
ConstelliumCARES announces first projects
Constellium has funded its first projects under the ConstelliumCARES Fund, a company-wide philanthropy program established in 2023 dedicated to advancing positive change in global and regional programs and local communities. With a commitment of up to €1 million per year, Constellium aims to advance initiatives centered around climate change, diversity and inclusion, and education and…
Tata Steel announces 2800 job losses as blast furnaces close
Tata Steel has announced it will commence statutory consultation as part of its plan to transform and restructure its UK business. The plan, the company says, is intended to reverse more than a decade of losses and transition from the legacy blast furnaces to a more sustainable, green steel business and includes the loss of…
Simply Spiked franchise adds Limeade to its lineup
The Simply Spiked family is getting bigger. The fan favourite has introduced its newest flavour, Simply Spiked Limeade, now available on shelves across the United States. THE BIG PICTURE Simply Spiked has been a winner for Molson Coors, thanks to the enthusiasm of legal-age drinkers who have flocked to the brand and shared their love for…
Winners of ADF Innovation Awards revealed as Paris Packaging Week draws to a close
Paris Packaging Week organisers Easyfairs capped a memorable two days by revealing the ADF Innovation Awards winners. In a fitting end to a bumper two days at Paris Expo Port de Versailles, the jury presiding over handed out 6 awards and 6 certificates in total in celebration of the world’s best innovations across perfume, cosmetics, personal care, premium drinks, aerosols and dispensing systems. Specifically,…
US winery aims to disrupt wine industry with aluminium bottles
A North American winery is looking to change the way wine is packaged and sold to reduce its environmental impact and is doing this by using aluminium bottles instead of glass. The Bogle Family Wine Collection has unveiled 750ml aluminium wine bottles that are lightweight, recyclable, and constructed in the shape of a traditional wine…
