Poland launches reverse vending machines

Bixolon Europe has announced its collaboration with the Polish digital services company iMedia Sp. z o.o. and the systems integration partner Hant to deploy GreenBottle, a new generation of smart recycling machines, throughout the country. The GreenBottle reverse...
CMI and HCPA join forces for aerosol recycling

CMI and HCPA join forces for aerosol recycling

The Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI) and the Household and Commercial Products Association (HCPA) have launched an Aerosol Recycling Initiative, with the support of companies throughout the aerosol value chain. The goal is to increase both the recycling of packaging...
Steel Decline Stalls Argentine Economy

Steel Decline Stalls Argentine Economy

Argentine industry once again reflected a trend of deceleration: production of crude steel fell 3.7% compared to August and 3.8% in year-on-year comparison, according to data from the sector’s chamber. The Government hopes that the situation may improve from...
European Aluminum Foil Sales Grow by 11.4%

European Aluminum Foil Sales Grow by 11.4%

The European aluminum foil industry has started the year strong. According to data from the European Aluminium Foil Association (EAFA), deliveries during the first quarter reached 243,900 tonnes, representing an increase of 11.4% compared to the same period in 2024....
Geoff Courtney, New President of MPMA

Geoff Courtney, New President of MPMA

Geoff Courtney, Sales Director for the UK and Ireland at Envases UK, has been appointed new president of the Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association (MPMA), replacing Aidan Ruddock, who had held the position since April 2019. Courtney, who has been MPMA Vice...
Christina Kleinpaß — METPACK 2026

Christina Kleinpaß — METPACK 2026

1. In 2023, METPACK recorded around 6,500 trade visitors and more than 300 exhibitors. What are your expectations for 2026 regarding the growth of international participation, the number of exhibitors, and the number of decision-makers among visitors? For 2026, we...
Poland Launches Deposit Return System

Poland Launches Deposit Return System

Poland has implemented a national deposit return system (DRS) for beverage containers, which took effect on October 1, 2025. This system aims to increase the recycling and reuse of packaging, aligning with the European Union’s circular economy goals. The system...