Bright spot: CTI launches light-changing packaging inks
Chromatic Technologies has launched a line of photochromic inks, suitable for food and beverage packaging, which change when exposed to sunlight.
Archives for August 12, 2014
Australia
Virtual bottleshops see steady growth as more Aussies buy online
Amid news that online shopping while under the influence of alcohol is now a recognised phenomenon, a growing number of Australian adults are using the internet to buy alcohol.
Danone waters brand Volvic updates packaging for 'consistent iconic look'
Danone UK brand Volvic is introducing updated packaging across its four bottled waters ranges to give a 'more consistent, iconic look'.
Diageo’s lackluster 2014 gives CEO Menezes bonus blues
Diageo revealed yesterday that CEO Ivan Menezes, his predecessor Paul Walsh and CFO Deirdre Mahlan took home less than 10% of their possible bonus pot in fiscal year 2014 due to the firm's lackluster performance.
GMCR 'hitting milestones' for 2015 Keurig Cold launch
Green Mountain Coffee Roasters CEO Brian Kelley insists the firm is on track for a fiscal 2015 launch of its cold carbonated soft drinks system and is working closely with shareholder Coca-Cola to perfect the latter's brands for use.
Uflex sales up 9% as it invests $300m in next three years
Uflex flexible packaging company in India, which works with Pepsi, Wrigley and Nestle, has recorded a 9% increase in sales on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and is listed on the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE).
Senomyx expects PepsiCo or Firmenich to commercialize sweet taste modifier S617 in 2014
Senoymx says it expects either PepsiCo or flavor house Firmenich to commercialize proprietary sweet taste modifier Sweetmyx S617 in 2014 but is tight-lipped over who will be first to market.