USA
Ball announces new US beverage can plant in Pennsylvania
Ball Corporation has announced its plan to build a new US aluminium beverage packaging plant in Pittston, Pennsylvania, with production scheduled to begin in mid-2021.
IMDPA announces 2020 Decorators of the Year
John Caperton of The Ohio Art Company and Bryan House, Crown Cork & Seal, have been announced as the IMDPA’s Decorators of the Year.
INX International reinforces its commitment to sustainability
INX Europe’s decision to join Ceflex, the European-based flexible packaging consortium, last month represents the latest example of how the company has enhanced its support of a two decade long commitment to sustainable and Corporate Social Responsibility practices.
Sun Chemical and DIC Corporation acquire Seller Ink Industria e Comércio de Tintas e Vernizes Ltda
Sun Chemical and its parent company, DIC Corporation, have acquired Seller Ink Industria e Comércio de Tintas e Vernizes Ltda, a specialty inks and coatings manufacturer based in São Paulo, Brazil.
Barry-Wehmiller announces new president and chief financial officer
Kyle Chapman has been promoted to president of Barry-Wehmiller and Michael Monarchi has joined as chief financial officer.
Sun Chemical organises strategic committee to drive sustainability in packaging market
Sun Chemical has organised a Corporate Sustainability Committee comprised of eight executive leaders to further strengthen its approach in addressing the sustainability needs of the packaging industry.
Nidec Industrial Solutions opens new $12m facility in USA
Nidec Industrial Solutions states that its new facility in Cleveland has been able to support essential industries during the Covid-19 crisis and paves the path for future growth in North America.
Something & Nothing UK seltzers launch in the US
The UK-based canned seltzer brand has sealed a US distribution deal with Iris Nova and closed its first major raise at £450,000.
Siebel Institute of Technology and Wild Goose Filling collaborate to enhance beverage packaging education
The collaboration between the two US companies presents educational opportunities to promote quality principles in brewing.
CMI boosts public affairs staff with two new vice presidents
Michael J Smaha becomes vice president of government affairs and Derek D Swick becomes vice president of regulatory and technical affairs at the Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI).
Canpack acquires new can manufacturing plant and Center of Excellence in USA
The Canpack Group and Giorgi Global Holdings, Inc have jointly announced Canpack’s acquisition of an industrial property in Olyphant, Pennsylvania.
Ninja Melk reports successful European launch of canned energy drinks
New energy drink Ninja Melk has reportedly enjoyed a successful European launch of its online shop that delivers its slimline Ardagh cans direct to consumers at home.
Health-Ade releases new canned kombucha soda
Kombucha brand, Health-Ade, has released its new canned Health-Ade Booch Pop beverage, which the brand calls a “re-defined soda with a feel-good twist”.
WaveGrip releases new multi-packing applicator
WaveGrip’s new G2 multi-packing applicator has reportedly helped a leading Canadian beverage company to fully automate its packing line and double its canning output.