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Amcor plc and Berry Global Group, Inc. announced they have entered into a definitive merger agreement, pursuant to which Amcor and Berry will combine in an all-stock transaction. Berry shareholders will receive a fixed exchange ratio of 7.25 Amcor shares for each Berry share held upon closing, resulting in Amcor and
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Starting this November, Suntory Group will begin introducing PET bottles using paraxylene derived from used cooking oil (bio-paraxylene) for select products in Japan. This will be the first*1 commercialided PET bottles using bio-paraxylene*2 and will help significantly reduce CO2 emissions compared to those made from conventional virgin petroleum-based materials. The group
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In the two-year market weakness, the solidarity pact with short-time work and bonus waiver was the successful means of choice for crisis management for Sumitomo (SHI) Demag. Further measures are now needed due to the significant market weakening this year at a level of 50%. The company, which continues to be
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At a time when ecological issues have become a daily reality for manufacturers, Sidel is now helping its clients maximise their environmental performance thanks to Eco-Audit, a comprehensive approach to improve their PET container production processes. This service will soon apply to other equipment in Sidel’s portfolio. The service, which can
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Albertsons Companies, Inc. announced the launch of Bee Lightly , the newest addition to the company’s Own Brands wine portfolio, distinguished by its unique flat bottle design crafted from 100% rPET. This approach to wine packaging marks a first in the U.S. market, underscoring a commitment to recycled packaging solutions without compromising on
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Following the booming interest in beverage variety packs among North American consumers, many beverage producers are now considering implementing this packaging strategy in other markets. Sidel has distilled its expertise in variety packs into a new whitepaper to support producers and brewers in their decision-making. The launch of Sidel’s new variety
Read moreChile has launched its first plant dedicated to producing beverage bottles from recycled plastic. The facility, named Re-Ciclar, is a joint venture between Coca-Cola Andina and Coca-Cola Embonor, representing a $35 million investment. The plant aims to recycle over 350 million bottles annually and integrate food-grade recycled material into Coca-Cola’s packaging
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DataM Intelligence has published a new research report on “Sugarcane Based PET Bottle Market Size 2024”. The report explores comprehensive information about various key factors like regional growth, segmentation, CAGR, business revenue status of top key players and drivers. The purpose of this report is to provide a telescopic view of
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Launches in Germany in September with a 300-millilitre bottle: zerooo is now producing reusable PET packaging for bathroom and kitchen. Packaging and recycling specialist Alpla and zerooo initiator Sea Me GmbH have developed a standardised solution for cosmetics and care products. From September, the first brands will be presenting shampoo, shower
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Keykeg and Dufor, the supplier of high-quality polyester for Keykeg and Unikeg PET kegs, have successfully created a circular production loop. Bert Hanssen, Sustainability and R&D Advisor at Keykeg, explains that their collaboration focuses on circular plastic packaging for beer and wine: “About five years ago, we started looking for partners
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Christian Maget appointed as CEO and Anatol Sattel as CSO, effective 1 September 2024 – Sumitomo (SHI) Demag, Schwaig, has announced the next phase of the company’s succession plan following the retirement of incumbent CEO Gerd Liebig, who has led the Group for nine years. Effective 1 September 2024, Christian Maget
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