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2023 BAMA Awards review
On 11th and 12th October 2023, Canmaking News returned to the picturesque Cheshire countryside for the annual BAMA Forum & Awards, hosted once again by the British Aerosol Manufacturers’ Association (BAMA) at the luxurious Carden Park Hotel. The first day of the event, Wednesday 11th October, was defined by the Forum, which commenced with registration and lunch,…
Hill’s Pet Nutrition expands canned food production capabilities
Hill’s Pet Nutrition has opened its newest manufacturing plant in Tonganoxie, Kansas. Located on more than 80 acres, the 365,000-square-foot, fully designed smart facility will increase the company’s production capacity for canned pet food and provide a runway for continued expansion of Hill’s Science Diet and Prescription Diet brands. “It’s only appropriate that as we…
Absolut Vodka & Sprite Ready-To-Drink slates 2024 for launch
The Coca‑Cola Company and Pernod Ricard have announced a global relationship to debut Absolut Vodka & Sprite as a ready-to-drink pre-mixed cocktail in 2024. Absolut & Sprite will be made with Absolut, the international premium vodka, and Sprite, the world’s most popular lemon-lime sparkling soft drink. The pre-mixed cocktail will be available in versions with…
Canned Alcoholic Beverages Market to Reach USD 66.5 Billion by 2032
The Canned Alcoholic Beverages Market Size accounted for USD 14.8 Billion in 2022 and is projected to achieve a market size of USD 66.5 Billion by 2032 growing at a CAGR of 16.4% from 2023 to 2032. The Canned Alcoholic Beverages Market is transforming the beverage industry, offering innovative and convenient drinking solutions. The Canned Alcoholic Beverages…
Lagersmith Can Supply Co. to open new location in Fremont
Lagersmith Can Supply Co., a canning company headquartered in Minnesota, is investing $10 million to constructing a 25,000-square-foot warehouse and production facility in Bark Creek Industrial Park, Fremont. Lagersmith will create more than 20 new jobs in a three-year period. The company’s technology will digitally print on aluminium cans for customers with products such as…
Rio Tinto brings infinitely recyclable cups to the Bell Centre
The Bell Centre, home of the Montreal Canadiens, is set to introduce infinitely recyclable cups made from aluminium produced in the Saguenay – Lac-Saint-Jean region, in Québec, for use at sporting and entertainment events thanks to a new partnership between Rio Tinto and the Montreal Canadiens. The five-year partnership is part of the Montreal Canadiens’…
Alupro launches educational recycling video
As part of its ongoing work to raise awareness about the benefits of recycling aluminium packaging, Alupro has launched an educational video taking viewers behind the scenes of the post-consumer journey – from recycling bin through to reprocessing. Narrated by irreverent sports commentator Nick Heath, ‘Secrets of Aluminium’ gives an entertaining insight into the circular process, while…
Tubex appoints new CEO
Tubex Holding has appointed Cornelius Grupp as its new CEO. Grupp is taking over from his father, Dr. Cornelius Grupp, who will assume the position of Chairman of the Supervisory Board. The history of the Tubex Group spans more than seven decades. Under the leadership of Dr. Cornelius Grupp, the Tubex Group has grown to…
Most Wanted Wines launches low alc canned sparkling wine
Most Wanted Wines has announced a new addition to their esteemed product range, the <0.5% Sauvignon Blanc fizz can. The company said in a statement that the launch signals the brand’s debut in the ‘No & Low’ category, mirroring the escalating consumer appetite for low-alcohol, low-calorie beverages that don’t compromise on flavour. With such pronounced…
Onpack installs Hinterkopf direct to can digital printing line
Onpack has installed a Hinterkopf direct-to-can digital printing line, with finance provided by Finlease, as the company builds a new canning division. Onpack says the investment in the Hinterkopf 240.2 will “transform the flexibility and turnaround times” for can decoration. The Hinterkopf will print 240 cans a minute, with nine printing units including CMYK, white,…
