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Packaging Traceability Technology

COCA COLA CO · 2026-08-05 · Importance 31 · Surprise 42

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Deutschland, Vetropack and Myneral Labs developed a digital traceability system for reusable glass bottles. Engraved Data Matrix codes and AI-powered cameras track individual bottles, enabling monitoring of use cycles and resource management. The system is operating at CCEP Deutschland’s Bad Neuenahr and Lüneburg plants.

Key facts

• Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Deutschland (CCEP DE), Vetropack, and Myneral Labs developed a digital traceability system for reusable glass bottles using engraved Data Matrix codes and AI-powered cameras to track individual bottles. source
• The CCEP DE traceability technology is currently operating at CCEP DE’s Bad Neuenahr and Lüneburg plants and received the German Packaging Award 2026 in the Digitalization category. source