Absolut launches first-ever commercially available paper bottles in the UKAs part of a trial, Absolut Vodka is embarking on a three-month test for its single-mould paper bottle. Drinks, Packaging
Coca-Cola launches Hong Kong’s first ‘Recycle Bar’ to promote recycling of beverage packagingThe public is invited to recycle and redeem free drinks and rPET souvenirs. Packaging
Jack Daniel’s and Coca-Cola RTD launches in Great Britain Launch of Jack Daniel’s and Coca-Cola ready-to-drink is across both Coca-Cola Original Taste and Coca-Cola Zero Sugar. Drinks, New products
Consortium investigates risks of microbial contaminants in new plant-based ingredientsThe project will deliver insight into the levels and types of microbial contaminants in over 80 plant-based ingredients. Food safety
Berry and Coca-Cola collaborate to implement tethered caps in EUBerry’s tethered closure on Coca-Cola bottles makes the closure less likely to be littered. Packaging
Carlsberg issues progress on Green Fibre BottleThe Carlsberg Group has issued an update on its journey to create the Green Fibre Bottle, the world’s first “paper bottle” for beer. Made from sustainably sourced wood fibres, it is both 100% bio-based and fully recyclable. Packaging, Sustainability