Placon unveil 100% PETE container in response to customer demand
Placon Corporation has launched a container made from 100% recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PETE) in response to customer demand for eco-conscious packaging.
Archives for May 22, 2012
Nestlé Malaysia denies price fixing, claims ‘brand equity’ protection
Nestlé Malaysia has denied allegations that it fixed retail prices for top beverage brands Milo and Nescafé in the country, claiming that it only sought to prevent their use as loss leaders by ‘selected retailers’.
UK trade body calls for more support on environment
Channels for UK food industry funding for environmental projects could be improved, according to Andrew Kuyk, director of the Food and Drink Federation’s (FDF’s) sustainability and competitiveness division.
New UK wine carton can win over fine wine producers - Tetra Pak
Tetra Pak has launched its first ever wine carton that will produced in the UK in a new 75cl size, and has told BeverageDaily.com that there is no reason why it could not appeal to fine wine producers, citing Nordic and Italian success stories.
Kraft aims new Capri Sun ‘secret weapon’ at kids market
Kraft Foods yesterday launched a new fortified Capri Sun variety designed to help US parents feed children fruit and vegetables, and has also rolled-out a larger-sized reclosable pouch for existing lines.
Major rPET supplier sued by Coke cuts production in hunt for buyer
After being sued by the beverage giant, Coca-Cola PET supplier Pure Tech Plastics has slowed down production as it searches for a buyer, with whispers or interest from PepsiCo or Nestlé Waters.