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Bespoke designs helping brands to stand out

THE market for niche and craft spirits such as gin and rum is growing every year and, according to glass manufacturer Beatson Clark, brands are looking for different ways to stand out in an increasingly crowded marketplace.

Old Norse legends inspire winner of young designer competition

A young British designer has been confirmed as the winner of the 2021 O-I : EXPRESSIONS Design Awards with an entry inspired by old...

First minister calls on Westminster to revoke rejection of glass’ DRS inclusion

SCOTLAND'S first minister has written to Rishi Sunak urging him to revoke the UK Government's rejection of glass in Scotland's deposit return scheme (DRS). Humza...

Bespoke glass uniquely crafted by Stoelzle

PROMOTIONAL FEATURE Premium glass packaging specialist Stoelzle offers a holistic approach to projects, working closely with clients to deliver custom solutions that exceed expectations and...

Diageo collaboration leads to creation of ‘most sustainable ever’ glass Scotch whisky bottle

DIAGEO has said that its collaboration with glass manufacturer Encirc has led to the creation of the most sustainable glass Scotch whisky bottle ever. The...

Beatson Clark appoints new business development manager

GLASS packaging specialist Beatson Clark has announced the appointment of Stephen Reyes as business development manager. Stephen will travel around the UK to visit potential...

‘Groundbreaking’ Ardagh furnace nears completion

THE NextGen furnace under construction at the Ardagh Glass Packaging (AGP) facility in Obernkirchen, Germany, is nearing completion. The firm revealed that the furnace build,...

Selig technology earns technical innovation prize

SELIG has been awarded an Alufoil Trophy in recognition of its GlassFuze technology, which the firm believes is the first induction heat seal to provide a...

Isle of Harris Distillery launches refill service

THE Isle of Harris Gin Distillery has launched a refill service to allow customers the option of reusing their award-winning gin bottle. The initiative has...

Virtual event explores future of wine bottles

INITIATIVES designed to ensure that glass wine bottles have a sustainable future were recently discussed at O-I and Progressive Media International’s Wine Glass Bottles:...