Archives for October 23, 2002

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Tray co-operation for the beverage industry

Finnish company K. Hartwall has said it has strengthened its market position as a supplier of trays to the beverage industry by buying out the corresponding operation within Arca Systems.

Crown Cork & Seal set to launch can end in Europe

Crown Cork & Seal, the global provider of packaging products, has said that the 10 billionth SuperEnd, a beverage can end that is claimed reduces aluminum use by 10 per cent, has been shipped. The can end is now due to be launched in Europe.

USDA rule on irradiated produce 'huge loss'

Public Citizen, the US consumer advocacy organisation, has said that it is extremely disappointed that the Bush administration has decided to approve a rule that will permit the import of irradiated fruits and vegetables.

Flavour formulation feeds TFF

Higher volume food and beverage flavour product sales to existing customers contributed to a net increase for the third quarter for flavours company Technology Flavors & Fragrances.

Supreme Plastics invests in facilities

A £2.6 million (€4.1m) investment programme at Supreme Plastics Group's Lincoln site in the UK, both in new building and improvements to existing plant and accommodation, has resulted in the creation of a state-of-the-art factory to manufacture...