The new head of the ALB faces the challenge of achieving an honorary degree in circularity and emission neutrality by 2025. The allies in this process are innovation and collaboration and exchange with all the agents involved, both manufacturers and the environment....
Innovus Engineering announced the launch of its latest innovation, the KW-2 Twin Head Keg Washer, designed to improve operational efficiency and simplify keg cleaning processes in craft breweries. Built with durability and practicality at its core, the KW-2 responds...
Spanish bottlers and supermarkets must implement, within two years (until 2026), a deposit, return and refund system (SDDR). The measure obliges consumers to return bottles at authorized points, such as supermarkets, in order to obtain a financial refund. The deposit,...
Metal packaging manufacturer Nampak has reported that its results for the fiscal year ended September 2024 show a strong recovery and demonstrate the success of what it calls an “ambitious transformation.”Although the company still reported a net loss...
Reynolds Service has adopted the latest digital metal printing solution from Koenig & Bauer MetalPrint by selecting RSI Metal Litho in Greenville (Pennsylvania, USA) as the site for the first installation of the MetJet One. This strategic decision enables Reynolds...
Ubago Group has destined for Malaga a total of 9,000 cans of canned food that will be distributed among the people referred through the Community Social Services Centers. This contribution has been materialized through a sponsorship agreement signed with the City...
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) Australia has launched a new upgraded can production line at its facility in Richlands, Queensland. The upgrade is backed by a significant investment of A$22.2 million over several years, aimed at meeting growing demand for canned...
European aluminum has a carbon footprint up to 60% lower than the rest of the world, thanks to the increasing use of low-carbon energy in smelting plants, according to the Environmental Profile 2024 report just released by European Aluminium. The report also...
As part of the implementation of the Extended Producer Responsibility Law, Ley Rep, the municipality of Coquimbo -in agreement with ReSimple- will collect light recyclable products in the homes of the commune, in a pilot plan that will cover 25% of the territory. A...
“Manuel Keßler has joined the WALLRAM team as our new Director of International Sales. With a wealth of sales experience and a passion for technology, Manuel will bring a fresh perspective to our technical sales efforts. In this role, he will be responsible for...
Beginning this summer, Oregonians across the state will begin receiving a standardized list of what can and cannot be recycled statewide, and owners and managers of apartment complexes and multifamily housing must prepare to offer recycling to residents, the Oregon...
Ball’s plant in Ejpovice, Czech Republic has won the Hoover Sustainability Award for EMEA. Among its achievements are: reducing electricity usage by 9.1% through innovative projects, saving $413,000 and 273kW in just 12 months. This plant is also working on...
Used beverage cans at the University of Strathclyde were transformed into a work of art as part of a project to encourage people to recycle. The environmental charity Keep Scotland Beautiful partnered with the non-profit organization Every Can Counts to hold a can...
Green AI Technology, the first company in Hong Kong to develop an artificial intelligence-powered waste sorting system, will launch a smart garbage can early next year that could boost recycling in the city. The start-up, backed by the Hong Kong Productivity Council,...
Lidl Hungary has reached a milestone in its new returns system. The number of plastic bottles, aluminum beverage and soft drink cans, and glass bottles returned has exceeded 150 million. Since January 1, 2024, almost every fourth recyclable waste deposited at REpont...
Foster’s has signed an exciting partnership with the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC), a collaboration that promises to inject even more excitement into one of the fastest growing sports in the UK, offering darts fans an authentic taste of the Australian...
In recent days, Limea Fisma has received a special guest at its plant: Captain Acciaio, the recycling superhero and protagonist of the national tour promoted by Consorzio Ricrea Acciaio, which aims to explain to citizens all over Italy the importance of the correct...
Monster Beverage’s earnings were impacted by several factors in the third quarter of 2024. Specifically, an increase in inventory reserves due to excessive levels in the Alcohol Brands segment totaling $10.6 million (the “Alcohol Brands Inventory...
Alumetal has announced the installation of solar panels on its path to decarbonization. The solar panels being installed at Alumetal’s recycling plant in Kęty, Poland, will generate 1,000 MWh of electricity per year and are expected to be operational in the...
The C3/V1 Consortium plant in Algímia d’Alfara has managed more than 700 tons from municipalities affected by the dana. To improve the recovery process, a robot with artificial intelligence (AI) has been incorporated in one of the rejection lines of the Algímia...
The Associação Brasileira de Normas Técnicas (ABNT) has introduced a new technical quality standard for the aluminum beverage can industry. Known as ABNT NBR 17194 – Aluminum Packaging – Beverage Cans, this standard marks a milestone that positions Brazil...
The American brand Anheuser-Busch, maker of brands such as Michelob ULTRA, Busch Light, Budweiser and Bud Light, has announced a new $10 million investment in its brewery located in Jacksonville, Florida. Over the past five years, Anheuser-Busch has invested nearly $2...
-Eviosysjoins the Sonoco family, forming a world leader in metallic packaging -Expandedrange of products and services: thanks to Sonoco’s global network, Eviosys’ customers will benefit from a stronger supply chain. This integration underlines...
Hydro’s Alumetal recycling plant in Kęty, Poland, will increase the use of renewable energy to produce low-carbon recycled aluminum, contributing to the green transition in Europe. The solar panels being installed at Alumetal will generate 1,000 MWh of...
With more than 120 attendees present, ANFACO-CECOPESCA has held the second edition of the event “Disruption and Innovation in the Marine and Food Industry”, an event that attracts professionals and scientists from all over Spain to discuss the challenges...
President-elect Donald Trump plans to use an executive order to impose a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico on his first day in office. The threats include an additional 10% tariff on goods from China. The announcements are in response to Trump’s...
NOMOQ partners with Novelis, a global leader in aluminum recycling, to promote best practices in sustainable packaging and raise awareness of effective circular solutions. NOMOQ sources say that together we are showing how aluminum can transform the future of...
Jack Daniel’s Country Cocktails has launched a new line with a higher alcohol content, called Bolder. The range is available in two fan-favorite flavors: Southern Peach and Downhome Punch. Jack Daniel’s Country Cocktails launched Bolder to offer consumers...
Greenwave Technology Solutions Inc. expects U.S. tariffs on steel imports to drive margin expansion in fiscal 2025. Greenwave Technology Solutions, Inc (GWAV), operator of metal recycling facilities in Virginia, North Carolina and Ohio, has announced that it expects...
Inauguration of a new Ecopoint in Ingeniero White in Bahía Blanca, La Plata (Argentina). It will operate from Monday to Saturday from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., and paper, cardboard, glass, aluminum cans, metals, tetrapack and tergopol containers can be taken there. This...
The Department of Environment of the City of Vandellòs i l’Hospitalet de l’Infant in Tarragona has installed five compactors of soda cans in the municipality. Specifically, in the towns of Vandellòs, Masriudoms, l’Hospitalet de l’Infant and...
Fiber-based packaging leader Graphic Packaging International (‘Graphic Packaging’) has launched its KeelClip™ packaging solution in the United States with the installation of an AutoClip™ KC1600 multipacking machine at Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages’...
A new Spanish patent promises to eliminate heavy metals from canned foods and beverages. It is called Freemetals, according to the specialized magazine Iberian Press. The patent is developed by the company Bioribo SL and created by researcher Juan Carlos Llobregat...
Bunting has developed a new Electromagnetic Wet Filter with an ultra-high intensity magnetic field (from 3,500 to 10,000 Gauss). The magnetic separation technology separates fine iron and paramagnetic minerals from liquids and slurries, and is used in the ceramics,...
Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) has announced a new partnership with BrewDog, who will be the official beer partner at Lord’s Cricket Ground. The four-year agreement, which will begin in January, will include a wide range of BrewDog products. Visitors will be able...
The global metal food cans market, valued at $26.5 billion in 2024, is projected to grow at a robust compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.8% over the next decade, reaching $38.4 billion by 2034. These are the figures from the futuremarketinsights report Increased...
The days of plastic are numbered and the big multinational metal packaging companies have jumped on the bandwagon to provide us with the cups so popular for outdoor parties, picnics, birthdays or for concerts and sporting events. Attractive, customizable and, above...
According to the latest Ecoembes Business Plan for Prevention and Ecodesign (2021-2023), in these three years 10,400 measures have been implemented to manufacture more sustainable packaging that have led to the improvement of more than 5.8 billion of them. ...
Speira’s new “transparent” melting furnace offers higher capacity, more recycling, accurate knowledge and data collection at every step of the process, with energy savings of 15 %. The aluminum manufacturer and recycler is investing around €6.4...
A truck overturned on a highway in Arizona (USA), spilling thousands of cans of the alcoholic beverage Hard Seltzer and covered the entire median and part of the roadway. The Rural Metro West County Fire Department said in a press release that...
Different Spanish food products traveled to a gastronomic fair held in Texas in recent days, with the support of Alimentos de España and Foods&Wines from Spain-ICEX. Garrido Wines’ canned wines were very well received. This Penedés winery has revolutionized...
The situation in the German aluminum industry remains critical. Aluminium Deutschland (AD) reported that during the third quarter of 2024 the companies’ production volumes fell again. In particular, the production of aluminum semi-finished products experienced...
Eurobox Metal Packaging collaborates with the City Council of Benasau in Valencia and the supplier of mattresses, bed bases and pillows have created a solidarity ticket for people who have nowhere to sleep due to the effects of the DANA. In such a way that donations...
A young Argentine content creator shared on TikTok the results of an unusual recycling experiment: she spent a year collecting aluminum cans and revealed how much money she made from selling them. The video went viral mainly because of the young...
Presidente beers expand their family with a new half-liter can (16 ounces). This beer has just been presented at a festive event where attendees were given this new version of Presidente for tasting. This new presentation, with more quantity than the usual cans,...
Sacmi, supplier of machines and complete plants, celebrates the 105th anniversary of its foundation with a free event open to the public. To celebrate this anniversary, Sacmi will open the doors of its plant in Imola with a special event on Saturday, November 30,...
Chat Cola workers have been struggling to satisfy the Palestinian thirst for local products since the Gaza war broke out last year. Other brands such as Coca-Cola have clearly lowered their consumption because local consumers consider them to be pro-Israeli brands....
CarnaudMetalbox Engineering (CMbE), the world’s leading supplier of canmaking machinery, has announced the appointment of Tom Grant as sales manager for the EMEA region. Grant joined CMbE in 2014 as a mechanical engineer and has since held numerous positions of...
Miami-Dade County in South Florida is facing these days a resolution to eliminate single-use plastics and expanded polystyrene in public places or county-owned places, as well as in parks and offices, as reported by the Nuevo Herald. The alternative will be the use of...
Campbell’s (CPB) is dropping the soup, at least in name, and the change has already received shareholder approval. Campbell Soup Co announced its intention to change its name just over two months ago, stating that it will now be known as Campbell’s Co, a...
The metal cans market was valued at USD 66.4 billion in 2023, and is projected to reach USD 81.5 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.3% between 2024 and 2032, according to Market Introspective. The report highlights that: “metal...
The Government of Chubut in Argentina, through the Secretariat of Environment and Control of Sustainable Development, signed in the town of Las Plumas the agreement for the financing of the waste classification improvement project presented by the commune. The...
Color-Logic has expanded its presence in the conventional and digital metal decorating market and believes it is transforming the way brands approach metal decorating, offering unprecedented color options, decorative effects and custom embellishments, all with a...
Roeslein & Associates has announced the opening of its new European Design Center in Krakow, Poland. This state-of-the-art facility marks an important step in the company’s strategy to strengthen its presence in the European market and enhance services for...
Constellium, a global leader in aluminum and recycling solutions, is proud to announce that its recently opened aluminum recycling center in Neuf-Brisach, France, has reached an important milestone by successfully qualifying its first aluminum rollstock with Crown, a...
Plans to revolutionize the UK aluminum supply chain have been backed by a £3.4 million grant from the Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC). The grant will go towards APC collaborative research and development and will provide support for an innovative research project...
The Aluminum Association and more than 60 trade associations, corporations and NGOs sent a letter to U.S. Congressional leaders urging passage of two key recycling bills before the end of the year. The Recycling Infrastructure Accessibility Act (RIAA) and the...
Recycling labeling in the United States has been a controversial issue for at least three years because there are several labels that deal with information and training in this area, such as How2Recycle, SmartLabel and BPI Certification. On the other hand, purely...
Koenig & Bauer and Actega have agreed to extend their current eight-year partnership for an additional three years, effective November 1. As in the past, significant focus will be placed on aspects such as the supply of starter kits with inline finishing products...
Just weeks after its win at the UK Packaging Awards, Roberts Metal Packaging has been awarded the Best in Metal Award 2024, for its collaboration with Marc Jacobs on ‘Daisy Drops’. The Best in Metal is an annual award given by the Metal Packaging...
The Nachterstedt Aluminum Recycling Center (NARC) celebrates its 10th anniversary, marking a decade of innovation and sustainability, with Novelis consolidating its position as a recycling leader in the aluminum market. In 2011, Novelis’ decision to focus the...
Envases, the Museum of Industry and the Løsning School have joined forces to create a very special experience for youngsters to become familiar with the world of cans. They learned about everything from the relationship between robotics and ipads and metal packaging...
Guinness and Brooklyn Brewery have just announced the launch of Guinness Fonio Stout, a limited edition beer brewed in support of the Brewing for Impact campaign, a collaborative initiative inspired by Brooklyn Brewery brewmaster Garrett Oliver’s pioneering work...
Founded in 2019, Curatif has quickly established itself as a powerhouse in the ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktail market. The company’s mission revolves around delivering exceptional quality, convenience and innovation, making cocktails accessible for all occasions....
Molson Coors has announced that it will take a majority stake in ZOA, the healthy energy drink brand co-founded by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Dany Garcia, Dave Rienzi and John Shulman. Given that the healthier energy drink segment has driven 100% of the...
AME (Spanish Metallographic Association) has recently been awarded at the Corresponsables Awards for its “Best Integral Corresponsible Communication Strategy”. José María Planas, representative of AME’s Board of Directors, went to the Port Aventura...
ANFACO has presented 35 proposals on the key role of the canning industry in the supply of quality food, in a meeting held with the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, Luis Planas. These proposals are based on a document which highlights that processors...
Shipyard American Session Pale Ale is the latest beer from CMBC (Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company). This new version of the well-known Shipyard brand, will bring all the flavor of the East Coast of the USA to British palates to British drinkers. Established...
On November 14, Crown Colombiana reaffirmed its commitment to quality, recognizing its essential role in customer satisfaction.This year, under the theme “From Compliance to Performance,” they highlighted the value of the standards and guidelines that...
Every Can Counts U.S. and Replenysh have teamed up to conduct a new community-driven recycling program to increase the recovery of aluminum beverage cans. The Cans for Cash program, which began in Blytheville, Arkansas, plans to open four additional circularity...
Constantia Flexibles, the world’s third largest flexible packaging company, has appointed David Spratt as chief executive officer (CEO), effective January 1, 2025. Spatt will succeed Uwe Röhrhoff, who has served as interim CEO since September 2024. David Spratt...
Bericap, a leading manufacturer of aluminum and plastic closures, has announced an agreement to acquire a 50% interest in Bericap North America (BCNA) previously owned by Amcor Rigid Packaging. This means that the global family-owned manufacturing company Bericap will...
Aluminum prices on the LME (London Metal Exchange) rose more than 8% last week, after China’s Ministry of Finance announced that it will eliminate the 13% tax rebate for aluminum exports as of December 1. This will have repercussions on the global aluminum...
The Paisano & Daughters group, Continental Delicatessen, has taken advantage of the upcoming Christmas season to develop and launch two new fun and innovative products: Continental Christmas Pudding and Traditional Custard in a can. For nearly a decade,...
A “drawable” can from Toyo Seikan has been awarded a bronze medal at the Pentawards 2024 awards. This can allows you to fill in the faces of characters, a fun way to use cans and personalize them to the fullest. The award was given in the category of...
Oprah Winfrey starred in an unexpected ‘marketing campaign’ for the canned potato brand on November 1, 2009. Bonilla a la Vista, when he unveiled his list of ‘favorite things’. Among them were these iconic Galician...
AnchorEOE participated in the Canmaker 2024 Fair, held last week in Sitges. In this case, Mundolatas participated with the range of closures nominated for can of the year, Anchoreoe. The show featured a program of speakers on the canmaking industry and a gala awards...
The lovers of tuned cars now have a new element to distinguish themselves in the world of motoring. The latest fashion is to place cans to match the rims, preferably of energy drinks. There are certain items that have meaning: leaving a bottle on the roof may indicate...
The flavor of Michoacán reaches every corner of the world, thanks to the initiative of Félix Ayala, who more than 54 years ago, decided to create one of the most important canned food canning companies. The United States, Spain or Dubai savor the jalapeño peppers of...
Chicago’s new recycling facility, The Exchange, processes more than 500,000 kilograms of materials daily using an advanced system of conveyor belts and artificial intelligence-enabled robots, including technology that efficiently recovers valuable aluminum cans....
The Aluminum Association of America has launched its first Workforce Development Toolkit, designed specifically to support the industry’s recruitment initiatives. As the industry continues to grow, attracting qualified talent remains a top priority. The kit...
When it comes to direct-to-form digital printing, a robust system platform is not enough; having the right ink formulation is just as crucial. Velox, has developed new digital printing technology on certain shapes, focusing on a special ink formulation. The...
Aluminum can industry shows 12% growthThe most sustainable beverage container on the planet is gaining ground and increasingly winning over consumers November 2024. The Brazilian Association of Aluminum Can Manufacturers (Abralatas), the entity that represents the...
Attempts to assault Blessd and Ryan Castro with a can at a concert in Chicago during one of his Bendito Guetto Tour shows. A fan threw a can at him that almost hit him in the head. The artists are in the middle of a controversy for the recent release of the song ...
In an unprecedented move, four top teams in the sports world-Arsenal, Los Angeles Rams, Denver Nuggets and Colorado Avalanche-have teamed up to introduce the “Green Action League,” marking the beginning of the largest fan-focused sustainability...
This year, the Municipality of Cerrito (Colombia) proposes to decorate the Christmas tree in the square in a special and environmentally friendly way, using ornaments made from recycled aluminum cans. To achieve this, it invites the community to...
The main canned fish and seafood industry associations of Spain and Portugal, ANFACO-CECOPESCA and ANICP (National Association of Canned Fish Industry) have signed a memorandum of understanding in the city of Matosinhos (Portugal). This agreement is aimed at promoting...
The Ball Corporation group has acquired Alucan, the company of Catalan origin specialized in the manufacture of bottles and aluminum aerosols. The operation has been closed for 82 million euros, according to sources of the multinational. Ball Corporation has...
Can giant Ball has won the sustainability award at the 28th annual Sustainable Supply Chain Awards. The Supply Chain Excellence Awards are annual recognitions that celebrate excellence, innovation and outstanding achievements in global supply chain management....
Amcor reported a 2.6% decrease in sales in 3Q2024, compared to the same period last year. Net sales totaled $3.35MM and flexible net sales were $2.55M, down 0.6% from the prior year. Net sales of rigid containers totaled US$801 million, 8.5% less than in...
Florida-based start-up Canovation has successfully tested an openable and resealable can. CanReseal features a simple yet differentiating mechanism that gives brands the tools they need to offer their customers more sustainable packaging. In addition, CanReseal® is...
AB InBev has reported its results for the third quarter of 2024 and claims that its tax-free profits have grown by 7. 1%, it has also achieved a growth underlying EPS (earnings per share) of 14%, according to Michel Doukeris, CEO of AB InBev. “Beer is a passion...
Ball Corporation has reported better-than-expected third-quarter earnings, although revenue fell short of analysts’ estimates due to lower volumes in some regions. BALL shares were flat in pre-market trading following the announcement. The aluminum packaging...
A delegation of the BNG, composed of MEP Ana Miranda and deputies Carmela Gonzalez and Brais Ruanova, met Thursday with representatives of Anfaco-Cecopesca, moving the commitment of the block by the canning sector, to be of “vital importance” to the...
Business Insider has produced an interesting report on the economic cost to North America of not recycling. In a video of about 15 minutes, it explains that the average American throws away an average of 12 cases of 12 aluminum beverage cans. Recycling this volume is...
The Aluminium Federation (Alfed) has highlighted in its latest report the prominent role of this sector in the UK economy. Specifically, in this document entitled: “The Aluminium Industry in the UK,” prepared in collaboration with the Fraser of...
Different companies from the Region of Murcia and Spain have participated in the Gulfood Manufacturing fair, one of the most important events in the food machinery and packaging sector, which takes place in Dubai. In the case of the Region of Murcia, the participation...
Krones’ revenue growth continued in the third quarter (+13.2%) compared with the previous year. In the first nine months of 2024, Krones increased its revenues by 11.2% year-on-year to €3,874.8 million, which is within the full-year growth forecast for 2024. At...
The new mandate initiated by Donald Trump starts with some uncertainties and many certainties, as far as the packaging and metal packaging sector is concerned. Immigration reform is on the starting line of his reforms and immigration raids in American factories are...
ORBIS® Corporation, a global leader in reusable packaging solutions, is proud to announce its latest innovation in sustainable packaging materials with the introduction of a new 60×48 industrial pallet designed specifically to meet the unique requirements of electric...
