Building on its successful operations in Kenya and South Africa, Guala Closures is now investing in Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation and one of the fastest-growing markets. Lagos, April 23, 2025 – Guala Closures, a world leader in the production of closures for the spirits, wine, water, beer, non-alcoholic beverage, and edible oil markets, inaugurated yesterday its new greenfield manufacturing facility in West Africa, strategically located in the Lagos Free Zone. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Ugo Boni, Consul General of Italy in Lagos, Adesuwa Ladoja, CEO of Lagos Free Zone, Andrea Lodetti, CEO of Guala Closures, and other executives of the Group. This expansion represents a key milestone in the company’s growth strategy, strengthening its commitment to the African market and enhancing its presence in one of the continent’s most dynamic economies. The Nigerian plant will serve West African markets and can supply anti-counterfeiting safe

Paul Johnson, G&D’s Director of Technology and R&D In the ever-evolving refrigeration industry, advancements in technology and materials are crucial for achieving peak performance and meeting today’s challenge of mitigating climate change. One standout innovation is the use of propane (R290) as a refrigerant, a topic we recently explored with Matteo Iobbi, CTO of Frascold, a leading global manufacturer of the most technologically advanced, semi-hermetic compressors on the market today. Frascold partnered with us at G&D Chillers for our new Elite 290 propane chiller line. Propane’s success in Europe stems from early adoption in niche markets, proving its energy efficiency, versatility, and effectiveness. Over time, stringent regulations on high Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerants accelerated propane’s integration. Today, propane is a staple in mass-produced products such as heat pumps and cooling units across Europe. As we officially launch t

At BevZero, we believe that innovation is the key to unlocking the future of non-alcoholic beverages. The non-alcoholic beverage market is rapidly evolving, with new players entering the field and consumer preferences shifting. By offering the latest de-alcoholization technology, BevZero provides our customers the opportunity to create unique products that stand out for their taste, quality, and authenticity. Quality is at the heart of everything we do, and de-alcoholization is a delicate process that requires precision to maintain the flavors, aromas, and overall integrity of the beverage, so the technologies we sell play a crucial role in ensuring that our customers’ non-alcoholic products meet and exceed their expectations. Tomsa Destil – Our New Partner for the distribution of ClearAlc De-alcoholization Technology In our pursuit of excellence, we have identified Tomsa Destil as an exceptional partner to help us lead the next generation of de-alcoholization equipment. T

Afternoon Brief: Harvard Researchers and Leading Statistician Stand up to WHO

Medical researchers, e.g. from Harvard University, disagree with the WHO's advice against drinking any alcohol. And even Tim Stockwell, one of the people most closely associated with that messaging says that the risks from 'low level' drinking are 'tiny'...

In a world where energy demands are constantly evolving, finding sustainable and efficient power solutions is crucial. CD & Power, a leader in providing power solutions, has partnered with ANA, Inc., a pioneering force in the energy sector, to introduce a game-changing innovation: the Energy Boss™ hybrid energy system. But what exactly is the Energy Boss™, and why is it creating a buzz in the industry? At its core, the Energy Boss™ is a hybrid energy system that seamlessly integrates power generation, energy storage, and distribution technologies. It combines a traditional generator, which can run on diesel, propane, or natural gas, with an advanced energy storage system comprised of chemical batteries.  So, why should businesses consider adopting the Energy Boss™ for their power needs? The Energy Boss™ offers a compelling alternative to traditional systems. By prioritizing efficiency, sustainability, and reliability, it empowers businesses to

We are always in awe of the cool technologies our industry comes up with every year. We hear the buzz at trade shows like the DTCWS and read futuristic-sounding articles that round up what wineries around the world are doing. There are some neat things just on the horizon, and these things will particularly affect the kinds of wineries that come to us for help with their DTC shipping and fulfillment. Here, then, are some of the top trends and technologies we are seeing, and that we feel are poised to become common practice throughout the wine industry. Augmented Reality, Augmented Bottles Augmented reality is simply the idea of integrating digital information (and even digital interaction) right at the point where the user is already interacting with something in physical reality. While many augmented reality experiences started with clumsy-looking VR headsets and glasses, many simpler projects are taking root using just a smartphone and a QR code. Enter the augmented bottle. The

Did you know that soil steaming increases yields, saves money and is organic? Soil steaming is catching on across the ag business landscape. From commercial greenhouses and nurseries to vineyards and orchards, there are a surprising number of research-supported benefits to switching from chemicals and herbicides to steam. Some fascinating facts… Who can get steamed? Soil steaming will benefit many ag-businesses. To name a few: vineyards, tree farms, greenhouses, nurseries, vegetable growers, cannabis growers, hemp growers, ornamental growers, orchards & more. Soil steaming is far less hazardous, frees up labor for more productive activities, gets you planting faster, and can help improve your overall yield. Plus new technologies enable precise zone control so you always steam at the right temperatures. Soil steaming benefits. Weeds & diseases can become resistant to chemicals over time, but steam will always remain effective. Supports Organic growing A commercial s

Santa Rosa, California, USA, January 15, 2024 — BevZero, a global innovator in the beverage industry, and leading winery service and equipment provider, is excited to announce its key partnership with TOMSA Destil, a well-established and distinguished engineering company that designs, manufactures, installs, and operates advanced technologies in the processes of extraction, fermentation, distillation, valorization of by-products and waste management, among other processes involved in the production of alcohol and biofuel. Together, these companies are poised to revolutionize the beverage landscape by developing a state-of-the-art dealcoholization technology that will be distributed globally by BevZero in Q3 of 2024.  Additionally, BevZero will start selling immediately a portfolio of equipment that helps wineries reduce their carbon footprint, including emissions reduction and wastewater and biomass treatment. As the global focus on environmental responsibility intensifies,

Glass Reimagined: Towards a Carbon-Free Wine Packaging Era    Every consumer goods manufacturer has a roadmap to environmentally friendly stewardship, with measurable goals for reducing carbon emissions, using sustainable resources and minimizing waste. With somewhere between 23% and 29% of a winery’s carbon footprint coming from the glass bottle, the challenge for the wine industry is to make the venerable glass bottle more sustainable considering that according to the latest EcoFocus® consumer trend survey, 85 % of American grocery shoppers over the age of 21 choose to buy wine in glass. The Core Value of Recycling    Recycling glass bottles is core to a circular packaging economy since recycled bottles are crushed and cleaned to produce cullet, which goes back into the glass furnace to make new bottles. Using this recycled cullet reduces the natural resources and energy needed to produce glass. In fact, increasing cullet to 55% reduces the use

ATPGroup is proud to partner with innovative leaders in winemaking equipment from around the world and introduce their technologies to the U.S. wine industry. Three of its partners were recognized and awarded for their innovations at the 29th annual SIMEI show in Milan, Italy last month. Green Innovation Award:  TMCI Padovan has been creating, designing, and producing innovative solutions for winemakers for more than 100 years and is known throughout the global wine world for its high-quality winemaking equipment and expertise in the filtration and thermal exchange of must, wine, and grape juice. The company received the Green Innovation Award at SIMEI for its “BioM COORe” technology, which they developed to recover CO2 from alcoholic fermentation and transfer it to the production of biomass for algae for food supply chains. New Technology Awards: Siprem International is a global leader in the development of unique, patented, cutting-edge products and pr