The wine market is less predictable than ever, and so is the consumer. Rapid fluctuations in the economy or political situation mean customers have less certainty in potential sales, so when inflation or tariffs rise or fall, or a retail account is gained or lost, wineries need a quick turnaround...

The wine and spirits industry is standing on the precipice of a major design evolution. For years, “premium” was defined by weight, excess, and tradition. For 2026, a new definition of luxury is emerging; one that values intelligence over mass, and tactile storytelling over simple visual appeal....

As Europe’s leading glass packaging producer for beverages and food, Verallia takes another step in its lightweighting revolution with the launch of the Burgundy Air 300g, the world’s first ultra-light Burgundy bottle, standing 290mm tall. A model of disruptive eco-design, it preserves the iconic...

The packaging supply chain is sending mixed signals this month – not quite cause for alarm, but enough yellow lights to keep procurement teams on their toes. Let’s start with the good news: fuel costs edged down from July's $3.779 to $3.744 per gallon in August. But before we celebrate, some...

We are proud to announce that R.F. MacDonald Co. has been recognized as the 1st Place Operational Excellence Leader at the Avetta 2025 Summit in Nashville! This award highlights our company’s ongoing commitment to business efficiency, time savings, streamlined workflows, and automated safety...

Packaging supply stable, but uneasy While June ushered in a more stable rhythm after May’s tariff-driven frenzy, underlying uncertainty continues to shape planning, procurement, and pricing across the packaging and logistics landscape. Supply remains steady across most categories, but stability...

The U.S. tariff environment remains unpredictable, with repercussions that stretch well beyond its borders. More recently, Section 232 duties on steel and aluminum were doubled to 50 percent on June 4, 2025, adding another layer of complexity to global trade. While these tariffs primarily affect...

Food System Intelligence Platform Optimizes Wine Operations Sydney, Australia, and Healdsburg, Calif., United States – Pernod Ricard Winemakers, the premium wine division of Pernod Ricard, today announced that food system intelligence innovator Trellis will support its business and supply chain...

The Verona-based group specialising in the production of special papers for packaging, graphics and self-adhesive labelling products further strengthens its in self-adhesive labels and increases its overseas presence Fedrigoni S.p.A. (the “Group” or the “Fedrigoni Group”), European and world leader...