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Nine European countries to form the Independent Brewers of Europe (IBE)
The independent craft brewing associations of nine European countries have announced they will be forming a new body, the Independent Brewers of Europe (IBE)
Gruppo ASA renames its UK and Swiss factories
Gruppo ASA has renamed its factories in the UK and Switzerland to strengthen the company’s identity on the market.
Tin men become MASTERS
Tinmasters recently announced the acquisition of Afon Tinplate. Alex Fordham visits Tinmasters’ headquarters in Caldicot, UK, to find out the implications of the purchase and the reasons behind the company’s rebranding
Survey reveals British public views on recycling drinks packaging
As we enter Recycle Week (24-30 September 2018), Ball Corporation have launched a survey revealing that plastic pollution is a high concern amongst all age groups.
Europe dominates craft beer innovation
As the 185th Oktoberfest gets underway in Munich this weekend (22 September), new research from Mintel suggests that Europe is taking a global lead in craft beer* innovation.
1,000th trimmer celebrated at CarnaudMetalbox Engineering
CarnaudMetalbox Engineering (CMB) have proudly celebrated the manufacture of the 1,000th 550 Trimmer at its headquarters in Shipley West Yorkshire, UK after nearly 100 years of operation.
Vintage Cadbury Roses celebrates 80 years
Mondelez has partnered with Crown Aerosols & Promotional Packaging to create a limited edition 80th anniversary tin for its iconic Cadbury Roses brand
Last call for BAMA Awards 2018
The British Aerosol Manufacturers’ Association’s (BAMA) 10th annual Forum and Awards Dinner will be held on the 17 and 18 October at the Oulton Hall Hotel, Leeds, UK.
Coca-Cola GB: Red is the new black
Coca-Cola Great Britain has revealed a new design for the Coca-Cola range featuring new look packaging for Coca-Cola original taste and Coca-Cola zero sugar.
Bringing you the scoop
There have been a couple of interesting stories emanating from the UK this week.
Business news, Can & end making, Metal decorating, Sustainability
Canned beverage growth soars in the UK
According to the latest Nielsen research by the Can Makers, canned drinks are seeing significant growth in the UK market.
Business news, Can & end making, Filling, Metal decorating, Sustainability
Packaging Innovations and Luxury Packaging London partners with ADF
Packaging Innovations and Luxury Packaging London returning to London Olympia on 12 and 13 September has unveiled a new partnership for 2018 with ADF.
AkzoNobel’s largest powder coatings plant opens in China
Production has begun at AkzoNobel’s new powder coatings plant in Changzhou, China.
Business news, Can & end making, Metal decorating, Sustainability
Crown collaborates with men’s grooming brand
Italian personal care and grooming brand Proraso has chosen premium metal packaging from Crown for form and function.