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Aqua Libra makes a splash in hospitality with canned water
Aqua Libra is broadening its portfolio with a duo of plain still and sparkling water, hitting chillers this January. The 330ml cans are available now in the hospitality channel and join the brand’s existing infused water range. Aqua Libra is an established and recognised brand in the soft drinks category, containing no sugar, sweeteners or…
Finalists revealed for ADF, PCD and PLD Innovation Awards
Paris Packaging Week has revealed the finalists for its prestigious ADF, PCD and PLD Innovation Awards, highlighting the best and most innovative packaging from the past year across the beauty, luxury, premium drinks, and aerosol sectors. Winners will be revealed at ceremonies at the event on 17 & 18 January while visitors to Paris Packaging…
The impact of AI in canmaking
We explore some of the ways artificial intelligence (AI) is shaping the canmaking industry. Artificial intelligence (AI) has become an omnipresent force in modern society. Its applications span a spectrum of advancements – from the convenience of voice-activated personal assistants to the transformative potential of autonomous vehicles, healthcare diagnostics and complex algorithms steering financial markets.…
AkzoNobel joins major innovation program to solve societal challenges
More than 82 companies, businesses and social organizations – including AkzoNobel – are involved in a major Dutch research program focused on developing new technologies that will help solve some of today’s societal challenges. Seven broad consortia have been established as part of the government-funded “Perspectief” program, with AkzoNobel set to play a leading role…
Celebrity chef Theo Michaels renews as CFUK ‘CANbassador’ for another year
Canned Food UK (CFUK) which shows consumers new and exciting ways to cook with canned food, has enjoyed record growth in website views over the last three years. The website, cannedfood.co.uk run by the Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association (MPMA), was relaunched in 2020 following the pandemic, and has since achieved a 498 percent increase in page…
Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company invests in sustainable KHS systems
By investing the equivalent of over €11.5 million in the modernisation of its filling and packaging equipment at its Carlsberg Brewery in Northampton, Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company (CMBC) is taking action to help make its production operations more sustainable. With the energy-efficient, high-performance Innofill Can DVD filler and resource-conserving Innopack Kisters Nature MultiPack (NMP) packer,…
Global Brands launches Be. RTD cocktail range
Global Brands has launched a premium range of ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails with an 8.4% ABV called Be.. The range is launching initially in Passion Fruit Martini, Pina Colada and Strawberry Daiquiri varieties, in 200ml cans with a £3 RRP. Global Brands says it has agreed a listing in more than 400 stores with a major multiple and…
EVERLEAF x TAYĒR launch non-alcoholic RTD
Award-winning non-alcoholic aperitif brand Everleaf is celebrating Dry January by teaming up with world-renowned London cocktail bar Tayēr + Elementary for a limited-edition, non-alcoholic Ready-To-Drink (RTD) canned cocktail. The Blood Orange + Timur Pepper Highball will be available to purchase in a 250ml slimline can from both the Everleaf and Tayēr + Elementary websites and…
New ‘Irn-Bru’ beers launching across Scotland this week in three varieties
An Edinburgh brewery has unveiled a trio of beers inspired by Irn-Bru that will be available in bars across the country starting Tuesday. Brewer Vault City, based in the Scottish capital, has announced that it is bringing back its popular Iron Brew novelty beer, as well as two new varieties. In addition to the original creation,…
Plasma technology revolutionises metal surface cleaning and coating
Reliable and environmentally friendly inline cleaning and coating in metal processing: At Euroguss 2024 in Nuremberg, Hall 8, Stand 616, Plasmatreat GmbH will demonstrate how various metals and alloys can be optimally prepared for subsequent processes such as coating, bonding or painting. Plasmatreat’s innovative atmospheric pressure plasma processes Openair-Plasma and PlasmaPlus not only ensure maximum…
