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Diamond encrusted cans
BrewDog has responded to the ASA ruling on its Gold Can promotion by launching another… This time up for grabs are £25,000 diamond encrusted gold plated cans.
Food cans report reveals expected growth
Research and Markets’ food cans global market report reveals that the market is expected to rise from $24.41 billion in 2020 to $25.91 billion in 2021.
Bunting acquires MagDev
Bunting has officially acquired MagDev Ltd, a UK-based magnet and magnetic assembly manufacturer.
Paint cans market expected to grow globally
A recent study conducted on the global paint cans market by Future Market Insights has revealed that it is anticipated to exhibit growth at a CAGR of 4.1% during the forecast period 2021-2031.
Every Can Counts announces partnership with hard seltzer brand
Every Can Counts has announced its partnership with global hard seltzer brand, White Claw, to help inspire and encourage drink can recycling.
Silgan acquires metal ends producer in Italy
Silgan Holdings has announced that it has acquired Easytech Closures which manufactures and sells easy-open and sanitary metal ends used with metal containers primarily for food applications in Europe.
UK haulage crisis and Irn-Bru
Many canned drinks producers will be affected by the current haulage crisis in the UK. Scottish company AG Barr, makers of Scotland’s “other national drink” – Irn-Bru – has revealed that it is struggling to make deliveries of the fizzy drink due to HGV and supply chain issues.
The Aluminum Association announces exit of president
The Aluminum Association has announced that Tom Dobbins will be leaving his position as president & CEO at the end of October.
IMDPA to host annual conference this October
The International Metal Decorating and Packaging Association will conduct the IMDPA 2021 Conference from 5-7 October in Chicago, USA.
Crown expands North American footprint with new beverage can plant
Crown Holdings has reported that its previously announced Southwestern United States aluminium beverage can manufacturing facility will be located in Mesquite, Nevada.
Ball announces new beverage can plant in Nevada
The multi-line plant is scheduled to begin production in late 2022 and is expected to create nearly 180 manufacturing jobs when fully operational.
Silgan acquires Gateway Plastics for $485m
US-based Gateway Plastics manufactures and sells dispensing closures and integrated dispensing packaging solutions.
Dantex joins Can Makers
Dantex has joined The Can Makers as a member, bringing a wealth of knowledge as Europe’s largest photopolymer plate distributor and manufacturer.
Aluminium caps & closures market worth USD 7.6 billion by 2025
The aluminium caps & closures industry is projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.9% between 2020 and 2025, according to a new market report.