Irish packaging firm Smurfit Kappa has rejected €8.6bn ($10.6bn) takeover offer from the US-based International Paper. Smurfit Kappa said the unsolicited proposal from International Paper failed to reflect the company's strong growth ...
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Zola has unveiled a range of sparkling energy waters, which will be available in the US from June 2018. With no added sugar, and only 10 calories per 12oz can, Zola's NEW Organic Sparkling Energy Waters deliver the caffeine equivalent of ...
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Blue Marble Cocktails has released all-natural, ultra-premium, ready-to-drink, pre-mixed cocktails, and spirits. With a spectacular line of ultra-premium spirits and 12 ready-to-drink flavors, consumers can choose their favorite. These ...
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The Scottish Government is planning to introduce 50p minimum unit pricing for alcohol from 1 May 2018. Scotland’s health secretary, Shona Robison said the decision was made after analysis of a public consultation, and the ...
Rigid packaging TricorBraun has provided an advanced packaging for The 1970 Vodka, which is a ready-to-drink vodka cocktail. When Ikeda Feingold needed a packaging partner to bring a family cocktail tradition to life, her search led her ...
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Chinese co-packer Nanjing Ziquan has installed second Sidel complete hot fill PET line at the Nanjing facility. Nanjing Ziquan, a member of The Shanghai Ziquan Beverage Company, produces PET bottle products for major brands such as ...
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Sweden-based Duni has purchased a 75% stake in Kindtoo, trading as Biopac UK, from entrepreneurs Mark Brigden and Eric Graham for an undisclosed sum. Established in 2002, Biopac UK provides sustainable disposable packaging solutions for ...
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PepsiCo has launched bubly, which the company claims will bring an undeniable pop of personality to the sparkling water category. The new sparkling water that combines refreshing and delicious flavors with an upbeat and playful sense of ...
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Mondi and its customer Royal Vaassen Flexible Packaging, a global specialist in packaging for food and drink, are taking product quality and production consistency to the next level. Using Mondi Speciality Kraft Paper’s Advantage MG ...
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PicoBrew has introduced PicoStill distilling device at CES 2018, elevating craft brewing For homebrewers and professional distillers. Licensed and properly permitted craft distillers or individuals can also use the PicoStill to produce a ...
Food industry leaders have urged the UK and European Union (EU) policy makers to make swift progress on Brexit trade negotiations. FoodDrinkEurope and the UK Food and Drink Federation have issued a joint statement on the progress of ...
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Beer importer Radeberger Gruppe USA is set to introduce Schfferhofer Pomegranate, a new Hefeweizen pomegranate beer, to the Pacific Northwest region in the US in 2018. Radeberger Gruppe USA imports brands from German brewer Radeberger ...
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Friends Beverage Group from Florida, announced the arrival of its highly innovative line of wine drinks, branded "FRIENDS FUN WINE," on five continents. With six delicious and bold flavors, this fast growing flavored wine drink has been a ...
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General Motors has launched the automotive industry’s first commerce platform for on-demand reservations and purchases of goods and services. With Marketplace, drivers can now order and pay for their favorite coffee — and much ...
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SodaStream International has launched its limited edition line, 'Sparkling Gold,' a fine alcoholic concentrate to be added to sparkling water. This sparkling tangy tongue pleaser, resembling the taste of a fruity Riesling wine, is ...
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