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Experts urge UK government to follow Danish DRS model
Some 25 experts have urged the UK government to introduce a deposit return scheme (DRS) for drinks containers which mirrors Denmark’s system.
US craft beer Voodoo Ranger enters UK market
American craft beer brand, Voodoo Ranger, has launched its Hazy IPA beer in the UK.
Jimmy’s switches to aluminium with BottleCan launch
Jimmy’s, the family-owned Iced Coffee brand, is now producing its entire range in aluminium vessels.
Alupro launches sustainability fact sheets
Alupro has released a series of informative fact sheets outlining the benefits of aluminium packaging.
Nexba launches new kombucha in cans
Australian drinks brand Nexba has launched two new kombucha flavours to the UK in 330ml can format.
UK aerosol industry adapted quickly during pandemic
The British Aerosol Manufacturers’ Association (BAMA) annual filling survey has revealed that the aerosol sector was quick to adjust to the changing circumstances during the Covid-19 pandemic and national lockdowns.
Record-breaking aluminium beverage can recycling
With at-home consumption increasing significantly due to the Covid-19 pandemic, it is not surprising to learn from Alupro that in the UK, aluminium beverage can recycling hit its highest ever rate in 2020 at 82%, representing a year-on-year increase of 6%.
Clearly Drinks develops product line using new canning facility
The first product off the line will be Northumbria Spring, pure British spring water, launching in a 330ml can format.
Sandford Orchards launches four can pack of cider
Devon-based Sandford Orchards has launched a four can pack of its best-selling cider, Devon Red.
Challenges ahead
This week, I thought I would bring to your attention the efforts of Robert Fell, director and chief executive at the Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association (MPMA). He will be taking on the Yorkshire Three Peaks challenge next month in aid of the World Land Trust (WLT).
Beanz Meanz The Who
Heinz and the band The Who have announced a new charity partnership that sees the launch of a limited edition set of Beanz Meanz The Who baked beans cans celebrating the upcoming reissue of the band’s 1967 concept album.
A bit of fun in a can…
We all need some lighthearted news at the moment and a product press release about canned beer that came through this week certainly provided that.
Salcombe Brewery invests in new canning line
Following investment in its brewing and packaging facilities at an additional site in the UK, Salcombe Brewery Co has announced the launch of its first canned products and first lager.
Every Can Counts announces drink brand partnership in Ireland
Every Can Counts has announced a brand partnership with carbon neutral, Irish start-up The Naked Collective, to help inspire and encourage more people to recycle their empty drink cans.