SANTA ROSA, CA: November 11, 2024 – M.A. SILVA, a global leader in the cork industry, proudly launches NOBELTECH®, a groundbreaking innovation that combines artificial intelligence with premium cork production. As the first cork company to utilize AI to ensure unparalleled product quality, M.A. SILVA sets a new industry standard with its NOBELTECH® and NOBEL CORKSTOPPERS® product lines, merging tradition with cutting-edge technology and sustainability. The NOBELTECH® platform integrates three advanced technologies to deliver the most performant and sustainable corks available on the market. SARA ADVANCED® – Sensory Uniformity A continuous and automatic extraction process ensures the removal of volatiles for sensory consistency. The system uses controlled temperature, pressure, and dry steam to preserve the cork’s elastic memory, safeguarding its structural integrity. BIONICEYE® – AI & Machine Learning This technology employs