Two out of three US stand-up pouches used in pet foods and beverages
November 6, 2013
The US stand-up pouch market has seen dramatic growth over the past five years, increasing by 50% in unit volume terms to approaching 17 billion units in 2013. Beverages and pet food are the largest end use categories, each accounting for one-third of demand, closely followed by human food applications with around 30% share.
Crystal Geyser Water Company acquires California manufacturing facility
October 7, 2013
Crystal Geyser Water Company, manufacturer/distributor of Crystal Geyser Sparkling Mineral Water, Juice Squeeze, Tejava and Metromint, has announced its purchase of a 145,000 square foot bottling facility located on 266 acres in Mount Shasta, CA.
Aquafina FlavorSplash launches for sparking and still water
October 4, 2013
Aquafina FlavorSplash announces the launch of an entirely new line of sparkling water beverages and liquid water enhancers, offering a portfolio of zero calorie hydration options that meet the desire of teen consumers for a cool, great tasting beverage and the needs of parents for a fun, 'better for you' product they can feel good about providing to their families.
Whether it’s a grade-schooler tugging on mom’s skirt or a toddler stretching and pointing from their perch in the grocery cart, kids tend to get what they want when it comes to beverages they’ll be expected to drink, says the research.
FEEL Natural Energy launches in Rexam 10.5 oz. SLEEK Cans
October 1, 2013
Nurish Brands chose the Rexam 10.5 oz. SLEEK can because it offers the ideal portion size for this unique beverage, and because it’s the best way to showcase the label’s eye-catching graphics.
Industry Intelligence will help secure leading industry professionals to speak
September 19, 2013
Industry Intelligence is partnering with BNP Media to secure leading industry professionals to speak at the new Packaging Strategies conference, The Best of Food and Beverage Packaging, April 29-May 1, 2014, at the Marquette Hotel in Minneapolis
Lightweight Containers introduces a new cylindrical keg
September 18, 2013
Lightweight Containers announces the development of a new one-way keg: the KeyKeg 30 Slimline, a cylindrical 30-litre keg fitted with both the KeyKeg Double Wall and Bag-in-Ball technologies. The new keg will be on the market in the first quarter of 2014.