Glass package redesign helps take the weight off

A regional brewer has initiated a redesign of its glass bottles to reduce the weight of its packaging and improve its environmental efficiency. Marston’s Brewery...

New brew pays tribute to ‘Teasers’

A Rotherham brewery has named a new beer in honour of glass bottle manufacturer Beatson Clark, one of the oldest businesses in the town. Chantry Brewery Teaser...

O-I launches new collection of glass bottles made in Scotland

O-I has launched a new contemporary collection of standard glass bottles made in Scotland for European spirits customers. The range was launched at the Rethinking Spirits...
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Can-do spirit: Croxsons provides bottle solution for veterans with a passion for rum

GLASS packaging specialist Croxsons has helped two former Royal Corps of Signals servicemen create the ideal look for a new rum being launched. Veterans Dan...
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Glass packaging hit ‘disproportionately hard’ in early months of pEPR

INDUSTRY body British Glass and glass packaging manufacturer Beatson Clark are urging brands not to make 'hasty' material switches, after claiming that an 'unintended...
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Glass packaging specialist set for Vineyard & Winery Show debut

GLASS packaging specialist Croxsons has revealed it will make its first appearance at the Vineyard & Winery Show, showcasing its range of wine bottles...

Apothecary bottles bring authentic look to rum-based drink

BEATSON Clark has revealed a new Caribbean rum tonic drink called Wha Gwan has seen 'excellent' sales since launching this summer in 200ml amber Winchester apothecary bottles.  The glass...
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Fibre-based packaging supports brewery’s e-commerce expansion

DS Smith has teamed up with the Privatbrauerei Hirt brewery in Austria to support the launch of a new e-commerce outlet. Beverages including award-winning beers,...
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Ardagh to produce ‘world first’ bottle for Jägermeister

ARDAGH Glass Packaging-Europe (AGP-Europe), an operating business of Ardagh Group, has announced that it will produce the 'world's first' emerald green bottles from its NextGen...

The rum makers with ambition in their arsenal

A group of friends who have travelled the world together – from America to Tartan Army football trips – have revealed ambitious plans of...