- In July 2024, Ardagh Glass Packaging-North America (AGP-North America), a division of Ardagh Group, expanded its portfolio with a new line of craft beverage bottles. These 12 oz glass bottles come in three vibrant colors—emerald green, flint, and amber—and are produced using 100% recyclable glass, all made domestically in the United States. Earlier, in March 2024, AGP-North America also announced a partnership with Stevens Point Brewery to supply glass beer bottles, further reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and supporting the craft beer market
- In November 2023, Budweiser Brewing Company APAC hosted a circular packaging forum at its Putian Brewery in Fujian Province, China, bringing together value chain partners. The event highlighted Bud APAC's commitment to a circular packaging approach, focusing on the principles of "reduce-reuse-recycle-recover" to support a low-carbon transition. During the forum, Bud APAC also unveiled its lightest 330 ml aluminum beer can in China, weighing just 9.57 g—4% lighter than the industry average—demonstrating its ongoing efforts to reduce environmental impact
- In August 2023, Carlsberg Group made a €100 million investment in Paboco, a Danish company focused on developing paper-based bottles for beer. This investment represents a major move towards sustainable packaging solutions, aligning with Carlsberg’s commitment to reducing its environmental impact. By supporting Paboco’s innovation, Carlsberg aims to accelerate the transition to more eco-friendly packaging options in the beer industry
- In October 2023, Ball Corporation unveiled its "Smart Keg" technology, designed to provide real-time monitoring of keg inventory and temperature. This innovative solution enables breweries to streamline their operations, ensuring efficient stock management and minimizing waste. By offering enhanced visibility into keg performance, it helps breweries optimize resource usage and improve overall operational efficiency
- In December 2023, Amcor plc, a key player in the beer packaging industry, launched an innovative technology called "WIPE." This cutting-edge solution uses advanced digital tools to evaluate and improve the quality of packaging materials, such as cans and bottles, ensuring they meet the highest standards of durability and performance. By incorporating these technology-driven advancements, Amcor enhances its customers' confidence in the reliability of their beer packaging, reinforcing its reputation as a leading and trusted partner in the market
