Packaging format now available for Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, Diet Coke and Sprite
March 25, 2019
Coca-Cola beverages just got a lot smaller in Canada. Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, Diet Coke and Sprite now are available in a more compact and resealable 250-ml mini bottle. The new “mini” package size kicks off a year of innovation for Coca-Cola in Canada, which will introduce more than 20 new beverages across the company’s portfolio, including low- and no-calorie drinks, bold flavors and soda water beverages, the company says.
BoostPRIME weighs up to 30% less than conventional PET
March 11, 2019
BoostPRIME. BoostPRIME is an alternative for hot-filled beverages in PET bottles and expands opportunities for product premiumization and revenue generation with no compromise on packaging performance and consumer experience, the company says.
The company plans to continue expanding its use of recycled materials in the coming years, further setting an ambition to reach 50 percent recycled plastic by 2025.
Whether it’s SKU proliferation, evolving drink habits or packaging solutions, beverage manufacturers are tasked with keeping up with the latest trends and solutions for today’s operations, experts note.
Building on smart systems and process automation trends, packaging experts are able to monitor packaging integrity, challenges with filling, and more without sacrificing line speed or date markers.
First impressions and drawing consumers in through vibrant packaging, eco-friendly shapes, smaller pack sizes and tactile experiences are galvanizing the beverage market.
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