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Toray at Metpack 2023
Toray Industries will be showcasing its revolutionary high resolution decoration technology using Prixia printing plates at the upcoming Metpack trade fair.
New canned matcha beverage launches in the US
MatchaKo has announced the launch of the first ready-to-drink premium matcha drink that is certified organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, and vegan.
Hiro Sake debuts new RTD canned cocktails
Hiro Sake, a handcrafted, premium sake from Japan, has announced the introduction of Hiro Saketini, the brand’s first ready-to-drink canned saketini cocktail and the first saketini RTD in the US market.
Japan’s beverage can market rebounds
David Hayes surveys the steady recovery of Japan’s beverage can market, which is seeing continued growth in bottle cans, vending machines, and through foreign investment in the country
Suntory Spirits introduces 100% recycled aluminium can to limited edition Premium Malt’s products
Developed in collaboration with UACJ and Toyo Seikan Group, this 100% recycled aluminium can reduces CO2 emissions by 60%.
INX International prepared for future two-piece ink demand
INX International Ink Co president and CEO, John Hrdlick, says he believes that after judicious planning, strategic investments and hard work, INX is well positioned for the remainder of 2022 and the future.
Creamy cans
Japanese company Gaku is offering consumers a unique vending machine dessert experience, with creamy products presented in cans.
Toyo Ink Group announces sustainability vision
Toyo Ink SC Holdings Co Ltd, the parent company of the Toyo Ink Group of Japan, has announced its sustainability vision following the launch of its Toyo Ink Group Sustainability Vision TSV2050/2030 in January 2022.
Japan’s Bottle Cans
Takeuchi Press Industries reveals what’s driving bottle can growth in Japan.
Toray announces Prixia dry offset printing plate for two-piece beverage can printing
The newly developed Prixia plate builds on Toray’s expertise in printing plate production using silicon rubber, one of the company’s core technologies for printing materials.
Coca-Cola Japan can design celebrates regional festivals
Coca-Cola Japan is bringing together three regional bottle designs that celebrate famous landmarks and traditions in major cities, side-by-side on one can.
Toyochem launches new internal coatings for metal cans
Toyochem, the polymers and coatings subsidiary of Japan’s Toyo Ink Group, has launched a new line of BPA-NI internal coatings for metal beverage bottles and cans.
Nidec Press & Automation announces global reorganisation
David Winch, chief executive officer for Nidec Press & Automation and Nidec Minster Corporation, has announced organisational changes designed to align the company with a global Market Segment growth and support strategy.
Wine in a Can back in the hands of the inventors
Barokes Wines has been formally recognised as the pioneer of the Vinsafe canned wine technology, following a five-year court battle with its Japanese shareholder Daiwa Can Company.