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Rio Tinto and Giampaolo Group enter into Matalco aluminium recycling joint venture
Rio Tinto and Giampaolo Group, one of North America’s largest fully-integrated metal management businesses, have entered into an agreement to form a joint venture to manufacture and market recycled aluminium products.
Britvic acquires Jimmy’s iced coffee
The Board of Britvic plc has announced the acquisition of Jimmy’s Iced Coffee, the UK’s fastest growing ready-to-drink iced coffee brand.
AkzoNobel completes acquisition of Chinese Decorative Paints business from Sherwin-Williams
The acquisition will further boost the company’s position in China and will allow further market segmentation, as well as reinforcing AkzoNobel’s position outside of the premium segment.
The Rise of Do It With Cans
Robert Fell, director and chief executive at the Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association, details the success of the website which showcases DIY and craft products sold in metal packaging
ASI certifies AMP against Performance Standard
Ardagh Metal Packaging has achieved ASI Performance Standard V2 (2017) Certification with a focus on Material Stewardship at its facilities in Manaus and Sao Paulo, Brazil.
KKR completes acquisition of Industrial Physics
Industrial Physics, packaging, product and material test and inspection provider, has announced the appointment of Barry Lyon to chief executive officer (CEO), and Lance Reisman to the role of chairman of the board.
Roeslein announces key leadership changes
Roeslein & Associates, global specialist in engineering, fabrication, and construction services, has announced significant changes to its leadership team aimed at fostering continued growth and positioning the company for even greater success in the future.
Crown reports higher beverage can volumes in Americas
Crown Holdings has announced its financial results for the second quarter ended 30 June 2023, which reflect higher beverage can volumes in the Americas.
Soaring potential in South Asia
Simon Jennings discusses the beverage can market in South Asia, as well as its key players and trends
Augusta Label + Packaging introduces new can tops
Augusta Label + Packaging has announced the addition of two cutting-edge can tops to complement its popular resealable lids.
US and EU aluminium associations highlight need for global arrangement
The Aluminum Association and European Aluminum sent a joint letter to the US trade representative and EU executive vice president and trade commissioner, ahead of continued discussions on the Global Arrangement on Sustainable Steel and Aluminium.
Crown joins Asia CanTech 2023 lineup
We are pleased to announce that Adrine Thiban Arokiamsamy, Regulatory Affairs Analyst at Crown Holdings, will be joining the speaker lineup at Asia CanTech’s 2023 edition in Bangkok, Thailand.
Sun Chemical receives silver sustainability rating from EcoVadis
The silver rating places Sun Chemical in the top 25% of rated companies within its business sector.
Galley to take helm at MPMA
Jason Galley, most recently senior director, Global Innovation, Sustainability and Business Development at Ball Corporation, has joined the Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association as director designate.