Sonoco expands thermoforming capability
Sonoco has completed an 18,000 square foot expansion at its US thermoforming facility in North Carolina, citing newer technology needs for customer growth.
Archives for November 2, 2012
DISPATCHES FROM INTERBEV 2012, LAS VEGAS
NürnbergMesse will follow Brau Beviale blueprint with InterBev
Dirk Ebener, CEO and MD of NürnbergMesse North America, tells BeverageDaily.com how satisfied he was with his firm’s first InterBev, after it bought the show from the ABA last September.
Trade association highlights packaging innovation
Breakthroughs in radio frequency identification (RFID) technology, colour changing film and packaging designed to extend shelf life are some of the latest innovations highlighted by the Active & Intelligent Packaging Industry Association.
Good morning Vietnam! Coca-Cola commits to $300m system investment
The Coca-Cola Company has announced plans to invest $300m in its Vietnamese system over the next few years to capture further growth opportunities in 'one of the world's major emerging markets'.
Kerry reports strong growth despite tough trading conditions
Strong growth in Kerry Group’s ingredients and flavours division has helps to balance out slow-down in consumer goods, as revenues increased by nearly 11% to €4.4 billion.
Soft drink intake increases stroke risk in women – Japanese study
Women that drink sugary soft drinks almost every day are 83% more likely to suffer an ischemic stroke than women who rarely drink sodas and other sweetened beverages, Japanese research has suggested.
DISPATCHES FROM PACK EXPO 2012, CHICAGO
Sealed Air promises ‘no smiles or frowns’ with new Cryovac shrink sleeve
Scott Keefauver from Sealed Air tells BeverageDaily.com how beverage brands can save money by using his firm’s new Cryovac 360 multilayer shrink sleeves on bottles, and eliminate 'smiles and frowns’.