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Ball supplies aluminium cans for Münsterland SpongeBob-themed drinks

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Ball Corporation launches SpongeBob-themed drinks in cans.

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Ball supplies aluminium cans for Münsterland SpongeBob-themed drinks. Global aluminium packaging giant Ball Corporation has partnered with German flavoured milk drinks brand Münsterland to launch SpongeBob-themed drinks in cans. The aluminium cans feature popular characters from the new SpongeBob SquarePants film 'Search for SquarePants', released in December 2025. Münsterland introduced three limited-edition cans, in collaboration with Paramount Pictures, that combine taste, nostalgia, and convenience: * Banana - featuring SpongeBob SquarePants * Strawberry - featuring Patrick Star * Chocolate - featuring Sandy Cheeks The design transforms each can into a canvas that connects brands with consumers. This collaboration is presented in a 250ml slim can format, enhancing both visual impact and shelf appeal. The can messaging carries the slogan - 'Recycling macht Spaß!' ('Recycling is fun!'), intended to connect consumers of all ages to the importance of the circularity of aluminium cans. Guenter Spiekermann, head of sales and marketing, Münsterland, said: "We are excited to bring our consumers something truly special. The flavours are already fan favorites, and now, with SpongeBob, Patrick, and Sandy joining the line-up, they become collectible and even more enjoyable. At the same time, this partnership with Ball allows us to communicate the importance of recycling in a...

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SpongeBob-themed drinks in cans

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Jan 28, 2026
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