MENU Europe > Glass Contact | Search Glass adds class and distinction to brands Latest News Glass Catalogue International Resource Recovery Awards 8 Sep 2015 Glass Recycling Success Awarded 28 Jul 2015 Absolut Vodka a contemporary phenomenon 24 Mar 2015 Efficient way of taking cullet out of the cold 23 Mar 2015 Ardagh Group, where quality comes first For quality, of product and service, Ardagh is recognised as the industry’s leading provider substantiated by customer feedback and surveys. It’s by these standards, which we set, that others in the business are measured. Staying on top means delivering on quality with every bottle or jar we produce, and at every point of contact. Continual improvement processes, rigorous key performance indicators and advanced inspection and production monitoring systems all demonstrate our commitment to zero defect products. Ardagh produces glass packaging in all shapes and sizes for the world's biggest brands. As well as offering a choice of 17 colours, we have the resources and expertise to create distinctive and innovative glass packaging that can set a brand apart. Glass Catalogue Customer Login Decoration Design Innovation Customer Service Strength, quality, appeal... the perfect packaging Glass packaging Glass is made only from natural and abundant raw materials. Glass has retained its popularity over centuries for its natural ability as an inert material, to protect its contents and maximize shelf life. Its consumer appeal is universal, representing freshness and quality. Glass is 100% recyclable with no loss in quality or purity. A glass bottle or jar can be made into a new one over and over again. By reducing the demand for energy, lowering emissions and reducing the consumption of raw materials, glass packaging also leads to a reduced impact on the planet. It is no wonder the world’s leading food, beverage, beer, wine and spirits brands continue to trust glass containers to protect both their products and their image. Glass Innovations: Absolut Unique and Originality click here Glass protects products and enhances brand equity Our Markets Market Sectors Glass protects its contents perfectly. It captures a brand’s personality. It’s eye-catching. It has strong shelf-presence. This makes it the obvious packaging choice in several market sectors – Beer and Cider, Flavoured Alcoholic Beverages, Food and Sauces, Wine, Non-Alcoholic Beverages, Spirits, Pharmaceuticals and more. Many of the world’s biggest producers source their glass packaging from Ardagh. We consistently deliver industry-leading quality and innovation. Glass Catalogue Online seller to UK craft and microbrewers click here Beers A glass bottle preserves the freshness, taste and quality of its contents, so it is perfect for beer. Ardagh Group provides glass packaging in various shapes and designs for some of Europe’s and the world’s biggest brewers, including iconic brands such as Budweiser, Carlsberg, Heineken, Peroni and Stella Artois. Glass Catalogue Enquire Specification Sheet Glass can be recycled infinitely without affecting the quality or integrity of the new glass product Food From baby food to vegetables and coffee to cook-in sauces, glass bottles and jars are available in every conceivable size and shape. Glass provides the highest level of protection; nothing gets in or out, so food stays fresh, without the need for refrigeration. Glass Catalogue Enquire Recycling just one glass jar or bottle saves enough energy to power a television for twenty minutes Ciders It's hard to imagine golden, sparkling cider in any material other than glass, because nothing preserves the freshness, taste and quality quite like it. Glass Catalogue Enquire At a temperature of 1,500° C, molten glass has the consistency of thick honey Flavoured Alcoholic Beverages These are sold in an array of colours and flavours. Glass provides the ideal packaging, with endless creative possibilities for eye-catching designs and decorative techniques. Glass Catalogue Enquire Ardagh produces 17 different glass colours Wines For wine lovers, glass is the only packaging material that will do. Wine bottled in glass stays tasting great, and indeed, many bottled wines improve with age. Glass also allows brands to create a point of difference for themselves, through colour, shape and decoration Glass Catalogue Enquire A glass container can go from a recycling bin to a store shelf in as little as 30 days Non-Alcoholic Beverages This market includes everything from pure spring waters to globally recognised soft drinks. We provide glass packaging that adds appeal, enhances a product’s image and gives a brand real cut-through in this competitive marketplace. Glass Catalogue Enquire Ardagh produces spirits bottles for the world biggest brands Spirits Glass is the material of choice for spirit producers and consumers in Europe and across the globe. Our bottles are filled with world-famous whiskies, vodkas, gins, cocktails and liqueurs. We have created award-winning glass packaging for many international brands, including Absolut, Glenfiddich, Jameson and Smirnoff, making Ardagh a significant supplier to the industry. Glass Catalogue Enquire A glass making machine produces up to 600 bottles per minute Pharmaceutical When product protection and safety are of the utmost importance, an inert material such as glass is the ideal packaging option. Glass packaging safeguards contents from oxygen ingress and cross-contamination, providing the ultimate protection. 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