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...
House of Dank, a prominent name in the Michigan (USA) cannabis community, has announced the return of two signature charity events this holiday season: the annual Joint Efforts Thanksgiving Turkey Drive and the Canned Food Drive. These initiatives reflect House of...
The TikTok content creator known as @Familialospeques has popularized a Spanish store in London where you can find food made in spain. Garcia’s Foods and Wines of Spain has a wide variety of latería, so typical of our country: tuna,...
The International Aluminum Institute (IAI) has announced progress on its Aluminum Industry Greenhouse Gas Initiative, reporting on member companies’ ambitions, technology investments and reporting plans. Launched at COP28 in December 2023, this initiative tracks...
Eviosys, a leader in metal packaging, has been named winner of the Aerosol in Action Award in the Photography category at the annual British Aerosol Manufacturers Association (BAMA) awards. The winning photograph, captured by Harriet Large, administrative assistant at...
The metal packaging sector in Murcia ranks third in economic importance. Specifically,canning accumulated sales of 28.6 million in the first eight months of the year and achieved an increase of 30%. Metal packaging is mainly used for fruit and vegetable packaging,...
Nomadica Wines is the brand that has just revolutionized the industry with its sustainable wines, presented in boxes and in designer cans. Its founder, Kristin Olszewski, a former sommelier at fine dining restaurants such as Nancy Silverton’s...
Transportation workers grouped in the International Brotherhood of Teamsters are demanding that the Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative (OBRC) maintain a neutral stance as employees at five sorting facilities and 27 reimbursement centers begin the process of...
On the 50th anniversary of the famous 1974 “Rumble in the Jungle” boxing match, G.O.A.T. Fuel announced its three-year partnership with Muhammad Ali Enterprises. To celebrate the collaboration, G.O.A.T. Fuel will launch a line of limited-edition Muhammad...
INX Group Limited has completed the acquisition of Coatings & Adhesives Corporation (C&A), a leading player in the coatings industry in North America, especially recognized for its specialty products. The new entity, INX International Coatings and Adhesives,...
Cerveza Victoria presented its new campaign for Día de Muertos 2024, “Recuérdame Viviendo”, at the Morelia Film Festival, a moving film production that seeks to honor the memory of those who are no longer physically with us, but...
IMDPA has appointed new officers for its next term. For the next two years officers Tim Duca, Andy Layden and Kyle Hurla will serve as president, secretary-treasurer and vice president of INX International, respectively. All have demonstrated strong leadership in...
Lake Como, one of Italy’s most popular tourist destinations, has a new souvenir for visitors to take home. It is a can of “fresh air” collected directly from the shores of the lake. This product, launched by the marketing agency...
The European Commission has approved the acquisition of the Eviosys group by the American Sonoco Products Company within the EU competition laws. The European institution ensures that the activity of the buyer does not compete with the business of the...
FEMM has recently joined AME, the Spanish Metallographic Association. FEMM is one of the leading companies in the production of metal and plastic components and accessories for industrial packaging, mainly to industrial manufacturers of three-piece cans for the...
The Military Emergency Unit is distributing emergency food and how could it be otherwise, cans are the real lifesaver in difficult times. After the disaster of the DANA experienced in Letur, but above all in different municipalities of the Valencian Community, what is...
A mother from the Canary Islands is collecting cans to finance a wheelchair for her daughter Daniela, who was diagnosed with a brain tumor when she was 15 months old. The girl has just turned six years old and needs change his wheelchair. The new one costs...
Argentine player Kun Agüero has teamed up with former Coca-Cola executive Guido Rosales to launch Go Mate, a brand with which they are ready to take on the giants in the sector. The idea was born three years ago when Thiago, the teenage son of Rosales...
The fervent devotees of the Virgen del Rocío are already preparing for this year 2025 and for this they have a new dessert that comes in a colorful tin containing cinnamon wafers. The invention comes from the sweet shop La Abuela Asunción, which dedicates this unique...
Me & the Bees Lemonade, a pioneer in sustainable beverage production and passionate advocate for pollinator protection, celebrates its 15th anniversary with a transformation to more sustainable packaging. The company is switching from glass bottles to sleek, 100%...
The company Yo Reciclo is launching a recycling campaign aimed at promoting the recycling of aluminum cans and canned food, contributing to the collection of funds for the 37th edition of the Magallanes Rehabilitation Days. This year, the campaign focuses on educating...
ORBIS Corporation, a leader in reusable packaging solutions, has announced that it has acquired substantially all of the assets of Creative Techniques, Inc. (CTI), headquartered in Orion Township, Michigan. ORBIS is a subsidiary of Menasha Corporation. Terms of the...
Three of Tubex’s four submissions to the Berlin Packaging Institute have been awarded the prestigious German Packaging Prize this 2024. An award in the Design category was given to the joint submission with DFNS, powered by Aluair. Tubex manufactures a unique...
A pioneering study of 1,500 supermarket products has revealed the excessive use of plastic in food and beverage packaging in Spain. The report is called l Material Change Index , prepared by Retail Economics for DS Smith, identified that 44%...
Silgan Holdings has reported mixed results for the third quarter of 2024, which were mixed. Despite a 3% decline in net sales to around $1.8 million, primarily due to lower raw material costs and softer packaging volumes in the Metal Packaging segment, the company...
Sonoco discloses pending $419 million divestiture in China amid period of significant change, Packaging Dive reports CEO Howard Coker said the pending purchase of Eviosys and two other potential divestitures would create a company focused primarily on metal and fiber...
Thermal Kitchen has announced the launch of its new beverage canning line, which will begin production before the end of 2024. The addition of this advanced line, designed for pasteurized carbonated and non-carbonated beverages, enhances Thermal Kitchen’s...
Hans-Peter Kämpfer (CEO) welcomes Dr. Matthias Niewind as the new CEO of WALLRAM: “Matthias will lead WALLRAM’s operational business. With his extensive experience and proven track record in business process optimization, he will play a crucial role in...
announced that it has acquired substantially all of the assets of Creative Techniques, Inc. (CTI), headquartered in Orion Township, Michigan. ORBIS is a subsidiary of Menasha Corporation. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Founded in 1984, CTI’s...
Pioneer, true to its commitment to sustainability, has announced that it is now a pioneer in Spain in the use of LED technology for ink drying in offset printing. “With this we have completed another of the milestones we had set in our green agenda. In this way,...
Iquique collects three tons of packaging waste in the Chilean town of Iquique, through the “Iquique Circular” initiative, which has been underway since before the summer. This environmental action includes the installation of eight clean points for...
In 2024, TRIP became a cult brand. It now announces the launch of its new range: Mindful Blend. This new line will be launched with four references formulated with lion’s mane, magnesium, ashwagandha and L-theanine, offering a new way to find calm. These...
TikTok user @mamainmadrid, an American who lives in Madrid, points out in one of her videos that there are no easy-open cans there, that you always need a can opener, because there is no ring to pull to open without the need for this extra utensil. The content creator...
Global aluminum recycling and roll-forming company Speira has announced the launch of a new sustainability label, RIVOS. The launch of Speira’s new sustainability label, RIVOS, maximizes resource efficiency and minimizes the carbon footprint of products. By...
An original exhibition of cans, gives a new life to packaging, in this case to traditional cans, and invites us to reflect on the fate of the objects we discard. Instead of becoming simple waste, these cans acquire a new purpose: to capture moments, memories,...
The Guardia Civil has captured a plot that distributed and manufactured designer drugs, which were then packaged in metal cansThe offer included speed, ketamine, ecstasy, MDMA, amphetamines, methamphetamines, poppers, hallucinogenic mushrooms and LSD. The agents...
Maxim’s Group has unveiled its collaboration with 7-Eleven to create the innovative canned ‘Coffee BOB’ , a craft beer brewed from recycled coffee grounds obtained from 7CAFÉ’s daily operations. In this collaboration, Maxim’s reuses...
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