Premier Protein debuted a new, permanent addition to its ready-to-drink (RTD) shake portfolio: Cookie Dough.

Consumers’ interest in wellness has seen sports and protein drink brands evolving beyond athlete-focused and embrace the concept of supporting everyday wellness.

BIOLYTE announced the launch of its first-ever powder packets. 

REBBL, a brand of SYSTM Foods, announced the expansion of its Protein portfolio with the debut of REBBL Protein Shakes.

This year’s State of the Industry report on sports and protein drinks highlights how the category is tapping into everyday wellness trends to support the needs of consumers.

Muscle Milk, a part of the Gatorade portfolio, announced the launch of its Muscle Milk S’mores flavor just in time for the fall season.

Gatorade, a brand of PepsiCo Inc., Purchase, N.Y., announced the launch of Gatorade Hydration Booster, a new electrolyte drink mix designed to be an all-day hydration hero, it says.

Premier Protein, a brand of BellRing Brands Inc., announced the return of its fan-favorite flavor: Pumpkin Spice. 

PACK EXPO International 2024, taking place Nov. 3-6 at McCormick Place in Chicago, to feature more exhibitors and experiences for attendees. Making its PACK EXPO International debut, Sustainability Central will explore packaging sustainability and what it means to brands.

KROHNE Inc. highlighted their OPTIMASS 1400 Coriolis mass flowmeter.

Nokia recently launched a true inventory counting capability for Nokia Autonomous Inventory Monitory Service (AIMS). 

ProMach’s brand Texwrap demonstrated its updated DX-130 Dual Roll Bundler and the Kayat SRX-CUF Single Roll Bundler at PACK EXPO.

With back-to-school season upon us and parents in the midst of never-ending to-do lists, Capri Sun, a brand of The Kraft Heinz Co., Chicago, announced it’s giving parents a much-needed break by introducing Kid Noise-Canceling Juice Drink packs, in partnership with Taskrabbit, a digital platform that connects people seeking help with household tasks.

As consumers are more conscious about the products associated with a high sugar content, juice manufacturers are taking a proactive approach to meet this demand.

Ocean Spray introduced an all-new line of Cocktail Mixers to make hassle-free cocktails at home.  

Tropicana introduced “Tropcn,” a new limited-edition packaging with the letters “AI” removed from their name to celebrate the orange juice brand’s natural ingredients.

Sanpellegrino Italian Sparkling Drinks announced the expansion of its beverage collection with the launch of Sanpellegrino Zero Grams Added Sugar.

Naked Brand, a brand of Tropicana Brands Group, Chicago, is launching a new range of lower sugar smoothies just in time for the busy, on-the-go summer season. 

PLEZi Nutrition, the public benefit company co-founded by former First Lady Michelle Obama, announced its official partnership with renowned actress and global advocate Kristen Bell as an investor and brand partner. 

Outshine Fruit & Yogurt Smoothies is giving fans an “oh so squeezy” reason to elevate their cocktails (or mocktails) by combining the fruity blends of a smoothie with their beverage of choice.

Revl Fruits, a brand of Ocean Spray Cranberries Inc., Lakeville-Middleboro, Mass., is giving consumers a chance to win a cushy summer job: Global VP of Water Park Inflatables.

Technology is playing a greater role when it comes to calculating insurance costs for fleets, particularly as some look into adding electric vehicles to the mix.

This year, electric technology dominates the 2024 new truck releases. There’s also quite a bit of innovation happening in hydrogen fuel cells.

An expert weighs in on the challenges and possibilities for beverage operation employee recruitment and retention.

DashTrack is offering a cost-effective, streamlined one-stop solution for restaurant management through an all-encompassing platform.

Force Control Industries, a leader in oil shear technology, unveiled its new MagnaShear motor brakes.

Beverage wholesalers are utilizing DSD technology to streamline orders, browse new products to gain a better understanding of evolving, complex beverage market.

For beverage distributors, handling the influx of SKUs has prompted carts and hand truck manufacturers to take a proactive approach so that delivery personnel can tackle the growing challenge.

Because vehicle maintenance is essentially the mechanical equivalent of keeping up with your regular physicals and other necessary doctor’s appointments, it’s time for a bit of a checkup.

Tire and automotive technology supplier Continental Tire introduced the ContiConnect LITE.

Sojo Industries recently launched a track and trace platform for food and beverage brands.

Isuzu Commercial Truck of America Inc. announced the development of a new craft beer truck with Summit Truck Body.

Technology from air brake charging and control system developer Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems now is available to order on select Kenworth Truck Co. vehicles.

As more and more beverages require greater investment in climate-controlled trucks and trailers, original equipment manufacturers and trailer manufacturers have made strides to meet these needs as well as support emission-reduction goals.

Sparkling Ice announced the launch of a new marketing campaign: Anything But Subtle, featuring Emmy Award-winning actress Annie Murphy, best known for her role as over-the-top celebutante Alexis Rose in “Schitt’s Creek.”

To help consumers through Dry January, bubly sparkling water is making it a little easier for consumers with its “press for bubly” campaign. Consumers have the opportunity to enter for a chance to win their very own, limited run press for bubly button.

Sparkling Ice, a brand of Talking Rain Beverage Co., announced the launch of Sparkling Ice STARBURST — a new line of flavors that capture the taste of STARBURST original fruit chew candy with zero sugar.

Purchase, NY-based PepsiCo once again is shaking things up in the sparkling water category with a brand-new product: bubly burst.

Sparkling Ice is rolling out all new packaging labels on its iconic bottles. The refreshed label prominently positions a bold, clean, and more modern-looking Sparkling Ice logo above the familiar fruit-filled ice cube. 

Waterloo Sparkling Water, Austin, Texas, announced three new flavors with the launch of its All Day Rosé, Pi-Ño Colada and Mojito Mocktail Sparkling Waters. 

Joyburst announced an exclusive beverage collaboration with Disney and Pixar. As part of this collaboration, Joyburst also will rollout new promotional packaging featuring characters from “Inside Out 2” in three flavors: Peach, Watermelon, and Strawberry-Lemonade. 

Los Angeles-based ZenWTR, renowned for its premium vapor distilled alkaline water, and Travis Kelce, three-time Super Bowl champion, have joined forces to unveil a new national campaign: Find Yours.

This year’s State of the Industry report on bottled water examines consumer trends contributing to category performance.

Novato, Calif.-based CG Roxane LLC, maker of Crystal Geyser Alpine Spring Water announced its Thirst for Progress campaign. The initiative includes a series of creative shorts dedicated to promoting hydration and sustainability throughout the summer season.

NextFoods’ GoodBelly unveiled its Prebiotic Sparkling Water available in three flavors: Mixed Berry, Lemon Lime and Mango Pineapple.

GoodPop and its newly reformulated lunchbox-friendly Mini Cans now are available in a Costco exclusive 15-pack, that includes eight Lemon Lime and seven Orange Mini Cans.

Flow Beverage Corp. announced the launch of Flow Sparkling Water, available in four flavors: OG, Blackberry + Hibiscus, Lemon + Ginger, and Cucumber + Mint

amaí unveiled its Sparkling Hibiscus Flower Water, crafted from organic hibiscus flowers to support heart health, reduce blood pressure and improve digestion, it says.

In the name of sustainability beverage manufacturers are taking a proactive approach with packaging innovations. With Beverage Industry’s annual Best Packages of Year feature, the editors selected a collection of packaging releases that highlight the sustainable packaging efforts that beverage-makers are applying to their brands.

The cost tracking of production is a never ending task for those responsible for recording, compiling and analyzing raw and packaging materials costs to determine realistic, accurate and beneficial data upon which to base selling prices in complicated and diverse markets.