Stel+Mar Wines has launched in the U.S. at H-E-B locations with a collection of wines. According to the 2022 State Of The Wine Industry Report, the under 40 demographic comprises approximately 72 million people in the U.S. As this demographic matures in age, palate and consumption tendencies, they are actively searching for brands that are aligned with […]
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Posted inPackaging News, Beverage News, Midwest
Twelve5’s Rebel Hard Coffee Launches Variety Pack And Debuts Platform
Neenah, Wisconsin-based Twelve5’s Rebel Hard Beverages is expanding its product portfolio through a Hard Brunch Variety Pack. The pack will include the Original Hard Coffee and Mocha Hard Latte, as well as three new malt-based beverages – Orange Mimosa, Peach Bellini and Strawberry Sangria. The Hard Juice Variety Pack will feature four new malt-based Hard […]
Posted inExecutive News, Grocery Store Equipment, Midwest
IBEX Names Pantelakos As Business Unit Manager
Glenview, Illinois-based IBEX has tapped Charlie Pantelakos as its business unit manager. Pantelakos, a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, will oversee sales education training and focus on targeted sales growth for the brand. His additional responsibilities will include leading marketing efforts, ongoing research and development, logistics, manufacturing and culinary support for IBEX rapid-cook […]
Posted inPackaging News, Southwest
Lunchskins Expands Its Plastic Alternatives At Walmart Locations
Lunchskins is expanding its product lines in Walmart locations to scale the adoption of affordable household alternatives to single-use plastic bags and straws. The expansion comes at a critical time in light of data showing that the COVID-19 pandemic brought on a resurgence of plastic waste. The International Solid Waste Association reports that single-use plastic […]
Posted inPackaging News, Midwest, Sustainability News
ProAmpac Debuts ProActive Sustainability, Digital Print Capabilities
ProAmpac, a leader in flexible packaging and material science, opens Packaging Innovations 2022 at booth G60 May 25-26 in Birmingham, England. The company will emphasize its European ProActive Sustainability flexible packaging portfolio and digital print capabilities. Cincinnati-based ProAmpac is owned by Pritzker Private Capital along with management and co-investors. The company has increased its manufacturing […]
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World Centric Expands Compostable Collection With Takeout Containers
World Centric has announced the addition of two product lines to its 100-percent, tree-free compostable collection. To be unveiled at the 2022 National Restaurant Association Expo from May 21-24 in Chicago, the offerings include the company’s NoTree tall and rectangular takeout containers. Both are made from FSC certified renewable bamboo paper with a bio-based moisture […]
Posted inPackaging News, Northeast
LesserEvil Launches Jurassic World Dominion Package Collaboration
Danbury, Connecticut-based LesserEvil has announced a limited-edition collaboration, sweepstakes and additional giveaways to celebrate “Jurassic World Dominion” from Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment, which will debut in theaters on June 10. In addition to giving its Himalayan Pink Salt Popcorn new packaging, LesserEvil is hosting sweepstakes, along with other themed prizes, and is launching giveaways on social […]
Posted inH-E-B, Online Grocery Technology, Southwest
Looma Launches Video-Storytelling Platform Loop At H-E-B Stores In TX
Looma has introduced its in-store video storytelling program, Loop, to the Texas grocery landscape with the recent launch of beer and wine programs in 120 H-E-B stores statewide. Loop shares a blend of personal stories and educational information through a network of smart tablets in beer and wine departments with the goal of informing purchasing decisions and connecting […]