Lipton’s decision to switch to 100% recycled plastic in the Netherlands as it prepares to make all its bottles from recycled plastic by 2023 in Europe as a whole illustrates the industry’s commitment to plastic recycling. But a new report warns that the...
Beverage logistics company Trinks in Germany has partnered with Printronix Auto ID to replace all its old label printers with printed barcodes to keep track of its beer, soft drinks and water deliveries.
Truly has reformulated its 13 flavors of hard seltzer to make them ‘crisper and more refreshing,’ and will add four new SKUs with a flavored lemonade line.
A new organic oat-based beverage is set to launch in the US as a high-protein milk alternative. Oath sources its protein from almonds, pumpkin seeds and oats.
After years of Coors Light popping up on the social media pages of the Jonas Brothers, MillerCoors has made the relationship official. Limited edition Jonas Brothers Coors Light will launch next month.
Singapore will become the first country in the world to ban adverts for high sugar drinks, as part of measures to reduce sugar intake from sugar-sweetened beverages.
Rako Security Label, a member of All4Labels global packaging group, highlighted its recent work using NFC (Near Field Communication) at Luxepack Monaco (September 30-October 2).
Fluent Beverage Company, a joint venture between AB InBev and cannabis company Tilray, plans to sell non-alcoholic CBD-infused beverages in the Canadian market in December. It will also continue its research into THC beverages.
Proving its power as a total beverage company, Coca-Cola North America showcased 28 new SKUs at the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) show this month in Atlanta. Energy, coffee, tea, juice, water and more hit the expo floor.
After years of success with Outshine frozen fruit bars, Nestlé USA is crossing categories with its new coconut water beverages. It rounds out its c-store portfolio, all on display at the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) show in Atlanta...
As Berlin Packaging announces two acquisitions this month, we catch up with Bruni Glass France, (part of Berlin Packaging) at LuxePack Monaco 2019 (September 30-October 2).
The National Association of Convenience Stores has been meeting since 1961, and today the expo covers more than 400,000 square feet. The 2019 show was held in Atlanta October 2-4, bringing together retailers, wholesalers, suppliers and exhibitors from...
Campari Group has acquired a controlling interest in super premium brands Ancho Reyes – a spicy liqueur - and mezcal Montelobos from a group of Mexican entrepreneurs.
England’s outgoing Chief Medical Officer says the Soft Drinks Industry Levy has been successful in reducing sugar in children’s drinks: and is calling for the levy to be extended to milk-based drinks.
As the debate surrounding sustainable packaging is unlikely to disappear any time soon, we speak to The Absolut Company to find out what plans it has for the future following its roundtable discussion at LuxePack Monaco (September 30-October 2).
One might think that a simple inquiry to a major brewery would be warmly welcomed, especially when it is about one of their recently released products. But it's not that straight-forward when it comes to Heineken's 0.0 launch in Malaysia.
Nestle Middle East's Al Maha factory in Dubai has started generating renewable energy with its 20,000 photovoltaic (PV) panels, that will supply 85% of the factory’s annual electricity consumption.
GT’s Living Foods is going after the non-kombucha drinker with its newly-launched aqua kefir line, a variety of fermented beverages with a less acidic taste profile than kombucha.
From a Cannabis gift box to Mercedes-Benz launching a bottle of gin and boardgames made out of teabags, Brand Revolution LAB is set to expand in 2020, helping companies to bring their packaging ideas to fruition.
Twelve months on from launching in the US, Ugly Drinks CEO and co-founder Hugh Thomas shares lessons learnt from challenging the soft drink market across the pond.
Constellation Brands will launch a Corona hard seltzer next spring, seeing the brand as a perfect vehicle for entering the booming seltzer category: ‘The refreshment characteristics of seltzers perfectly match Corona refreshment DNA.’
The Philippines Senate panel has recommended that a bill to increase taxes on alcohol and other ‘sin’ products under Phase 2 of the controversial TRAIN law be passed, amidst government lauding of the first phase’s success.
It’s the key question for any company: What do consumers want? While health and wellness is an obvious trend, consumer demands are broader and more complex than that, according to PepsiCo’s CEO.
Coca-Cola is showcasing a bottle made with 25% plastic recycled from the sea: with plans to draw on the technology involved to boost recycled content in some of its bottles next year.
The US is set to impose a 25% tariff on French wine, Scotch and Irish whiskies, and other food and beverages: with the sectors taking a blow as a result of EU and US aviation disputes.
Pernod Ricard will open around 280 roles to voluntary redundancy as it consolidates its French operations and seeks to return sales in the country to growth.
Manufacturers in the carton industry are concerned that confusion remains over the compostability of cartons, MOSH (Mineral Oil Saturated Hydrocarbons) and MOAH (Mineral Oil Aromatic Hydrocarbons) and the SUP (Single-Use Plastics) directive on coated...
Carlton & United Breweries' Pure Blonde Organic Lager is launching with a ‘disruptive marketing campaign for a disruptive new product’ – sharing its recipe on billboards across Australia.
Binge drinking has fallen by 18% or more across the Americas, Europe and Africa, according to figures from the International Alliance for Responsible Drinking.
Coca-Cola Energy – the first Coke branded energy drink – will roll out to the US next year: including with an exclusive Coca-Cola Energy Cherry launch.
What would happen if alcohol and sugary drinks had to introduce plain packaging? A report from Brand Finance estimates the potential value loss to beverage businesses could reach around $430bn.
A pouch that can decaffeinate brewed beverages like coffee and tea has been developed by a chemical engineer from the University of Washington. Decafino’s commercial launch is planned for May of 2020 in the US.
Functional food firm Huel reveals details of an agreement with Sainsbury's to stock its nutritionally complete meal on supermarket shelves for the first time.
Plastic tea bags can release billions of microplastic and nanoplastic particles into a cup of tea, according to Canadian researchers. But while the scientists say some brands have shifted to plastic tea bags instead of paper ones, the industry counters...
