Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) has announced a significant leadership transition, revealing that CEO Jacques Vermeulen will retire following 28 years of service within the Coca-Cola system. CCBA has appointed Sunil Gupta, the current chief financial officer for The Coca-Cola Company’s Bottling Investments Group (BIG), as Vermeulen’s successor, effective from April 1, 2024. Gupta …
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Swiss milk processor Emmi and retailer Coop have introduced a sustainable packaging solution for milk and cream products, utilizing eco-friendly PET bottles. These bottles now stand as Switzerland’s exclusive plastic food packaging eligible for recycling and closed-loop processing. Andrea Kramer, Head of Marketing and Purchasing at Coop, emphasized their commitment to recyclable packaging, …
Capri-Sun, a frontrunner in the beverage industry, is gearing up to launch an enhanced paper straw, endorsed by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), throughout its product range in early 2024. This eco-friendly move is in line with the company’s steadfast commitment to achieving fully recyclable packaging, accentuating its sustainability objectives. Crafted by …
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Nescafé, a leading coffee brand with an 85-year history, has unveiled a major rebranding initiative to modernize its image in response to the evolving coffee landscape. The refresh encompasses iconic pack designs across its product range, such as Nescafé Original, Nescafé Gold Blend, Nescafé Azera, and Nescafé Frothy Coffee, with the aim of standing …
In its inaugural trial in the UK, Coca-Cola is set to temporarily eliminate labels from Sprite and Sprite Zero on-the-go bottles starting this January. The trial aims to test the feasibility of “label-less” packaging, with labels being replaced by an embossed logo on the front of the single 500ml bottles. Laser-engraved product and nutritional …
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Mamuda Beverages, a multi-industry company in Nigeria, has successfully established a beverage production facility in Kano, located in the northern part of Nigeria. The company tackled the challenge posed by the absence of significant gas infrastructure in the North, a region where industrial enterprises are less concentrated due to limited access to major gas …
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PepsiCo HAS introduced 100% recycled plastic bottles for Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, and Pepsi Zero in the UAE. A first in the country, PepsiCo is paving the way for the integration of fully recycled*, locally produced packaging in the Carbonated Soft Drinks (CSDs) category inline with COP28 taking place in the UAE this month. The …
Tetra Pak East Africa, in collaboration with the Packaging Producer Responsibility Organization (PAKPRO), has launched a groundbreaking initiative to recover used beverage cartons in East Africa. According to a series of linkedin posts by PACKPRO, the announcement was made during a kick-start project aimed at addressing environmental concerns related to plastic packaging. Speaking at …
Sidel has introduced a new PET bottle designed to provide a competitive edge for liquid dairy manufacturers. The miniature-sized bottle, catering to capacities between 65ml to 150ml, is particularly suited for products like drinking and probiotic yogurts, fitting seamlessly into both ambient and cold chain processes. Additionally, its versatility extends to applications in the …
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In a significant move aimed at meeting the growing local and export demand, PepsiCo has revealed plans to invest over SAR 200 million in the expansion of its Dammam plant. The substantial investment is anticipated to enhance the overall capacity of the state-of-the-art facility. This development aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 objectives, reflecting …
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