- In May 2024, Belvac, a leader in sustainable solutions for the global aluminum beverage can market, unveiled its Carrier Ring Bottle, designed to help beverage brands smoothly transition from PET filling to aluminum D&I bottles. This innovation reduces transition costs and supports corporate sustainability goals and boosts consumer loyalty. This marks a strategic step toward a more eco-conscious packaging landscape
- In January 2021, VPK Group introduced Ecogrip, a corrugated cardboard alternative to shrink wrap for multipacking bottles ranging from 330ml to 1.5 liters. This fully recyclable and biodegradable solution can be customized through various printing methods to strengthen branding and shelf appeal. This launch reflects the company’s strong push toward plastic-free, sustainable beverage packaging
- In February 2020, Amcor revealed new custom designs at the Wine and Grape Symposium in North America and announced a partnership with U.K.-based start-up Garçon Wines. As part of this collaboration, Amcor committed to manufacturing flat wine bottles in the U.S. using post-consumer recycled (PCR) PET plastic. This initiative demonstrates Amcor’s focus on combining innovative design with recycled materials
- In January 2020, Ardagh Group, Glass – North America, the leading U.S. manufacturer of glass bottles for the wine industry, rolled out six newly designed, premium glass wine bottles. These sophisticated designs aimed to elevate shelf presence and provide aesthetic packaging options for wine producers. This product launch strengthened Ardagh’s role in the premium segment of the glass packaging market
