# Stainless Steel Kegs Niels Astrup Designed this KegBox as an Efficient Alternative to Beer Barrels By Deborah Kim | Published 2011-07-12 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/niels-astrup References: [nastrup.dk](http://www.nastrup.dk/2011/04/18/kegbox-an-innovative-portable-storage-solution-for-beverages/) & [keg-box](http://www.keg-box.com/index.php) This delightful stainless steel KegBox innovation created by Niels Astrup and collaborative designer Maja Thorning is here to replace [traditional barrel kegs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nine-architects). These new KegBox barrels are light, and take up a limited amount of space, making them very practical for use. Its compact size makes it possible for you to store them in just about any space. Due to the fact that the KegBox also has wheels on them, the barrel is therefore much easier to carry than its predecessor. The KegBox has all the normal storage capabilities of a traditional beer barrel and it can hold up to 25 liters of liquid. Niels Astrup’s KegBox design truly makes things easier when it comes to having keggers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Compact Kegs:** Small size and portability are factors to consider for keg innovations. - **Efficient Keg Storage:** Innovating on how kegs are stored can present opportunities for improved efficiency. - **Sustainable Kegs:** Designing kegs that are more sustainable can be a disruptive innovation in the industry. ### Where This Applies - **Beverage Packaging:** Innovations in keg design can impact the beverage packaging industry. - **Event Planning:** Event planning industry can benefit from more portable and efficient keg alternatives. - **Hospitality:** Hotels, bars, and restaurants can benefit from keg innovations that help save storage space. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Portable Draft Beer Kegerators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kombi-cool-tap.md) - [Pilsner-Packed Party Kegs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/party-keg.md) - [Grill-Inspired Beer Dispensers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miller-lite-big-green-kegg.md) - [At-Home Beer Keg Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/athome-beer-keg-machine.md) - [Smart Beer Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-beer-maker.md) - [Bag-in-Box Spirit Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mandatory-spirit-co.md) - [Miniature Glass-Free Wine Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mud-house-mini-box.md) - [Minimal Metallic Stealthy Kettles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aarke-kettle.md) - [Brewery-Focused Keg Management Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keg-management.md)