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150 names were generated in each of 32 countries for the campaign

Coca-Cola changes face of digital print

By Paul Gander

Few can have failed to notice last summer’s Share a Coke campaign, with its apparently endless roster of first names staring out hopefully from chiller cabinets. And if it caught the consumer’s eye, it had a more profound impact on supply chain perceptions...

A supply chain cannot be run from an office, according to Adams

Site visits fundamental to securing growth: CCE boss

By Nicholas Robinson

Steve Adams is a sensation at Coca-Cola Enterprises (CCE). A former electrical apprentice, he rose to become CCE group director of supply chain operations for Great Britain in April last year, following a four-year stint as operations director at the...

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Firms don't invest in seasonal machines

Poor processing facilities cause losses

By Rachel Arthur

Developing countries offer big opportunities for investment in food processing and packaging, if companies are prepared to take on the challenges.

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Plastipak Packaging wins Constar auction

By Jenny Eagle

News has emerged Plastipak Packaging based in Michigan, US, was the successful bidder against Amcor for Constar International Holdings (Constar).

Amcor's bid for Constar fails.

Amcor loses Constar bid

By Jenny Eagle

Amcor has announced it was not successful in acquiring the North American assets of Constar International Holdings (Constar).

Hexstack sheets from Hexacomb keep pallets of large beverage containers secure during transport.

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Hexacomb: Paperboard palletizing sheets stack up

By Jenni Spinner

Hexacomb Corp. has launched sheets to protect pallets of large liquid containers, striking a balance between sustainability, cost conservation and product protection.

Local sporting cultures influence consumer preferences across the global protein and non-protein markets, says Euromonitor

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Protein still sports nutrition king, but watch out

By Annie-Rose Harrison-Dunn

Protein is still the bedrock of sports nutrition says Euromonitor, but non-protein products are expected to grow faster in several important global markets like Australia, Canada and Indonesia.

Lambrini Halewood Valentine's perry

Lambrini unveils Valentine's bottle

By Rachel Arthur

A limited edition Valentine’s Lambrini bottle has been unveiled by drinks manufacturer Halewood International. 

PepsiCo, Goya Foods, sued over 4-MEI

PepsiCo and Goya Foods targeted in lawsuit over 4-MEI

By Elaine WATSON

First the report, now the class action lawsuits: PepsiCo and Goya Foods - who were both cited in a recent report from product testing firm Consumer Reports about allegedly “concerning” 4-MEI levels in soft drinks - have been targeted in lawsuits filed...

Siemens claims automation takes angst out of craft brewing

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Siemens claims automation takes angst out of craft brewing

By Ben BOUCKLEY

Siemens says process automation in breweries cuts out human error and boost product quality, especially in the craft sector and emerging markets where semi-skilled staff are common.

Avantium is working on development and commercialization of PEF, a bio-based alternative to PET, for beverage and food containers.

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Avantium nears launch of PlantBottle competitor

By Jenni Spinner

Avantium Chemical has reported it is fast approaching commercialization of a bio-based polyester packaging material that could give the PlantBottle a run for its money.

Rip that top off your Tetra Pak!

Rip that top off your Tetra Pak!

By Ben BOUCKLEY

Tetra Pak has launched its Tetra Top with Separable Top globally after successful trials in Scandinavia but admits its consumer reception will vary according to the local recycling culture.

Robotic ‘tongue’ tipped to cut beer fraud

Robotic ‘tongue’ tipped to cut beer fraud

By Ben BOUCKLEY

Scientists have developed an electronic tongue to distinguish between different beers with 82% accuracy and claim the invention could be used to improve product quality and reduce fraud.

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