Business news
PPG withdraws from proposed takeover
US group PPG Industries has withdrawn its proposal to takeover Dutch paints and coatings company, AkzoNobel.
Fighting the real enemy
We’ve just returned from Chicago and the annual International Metal Decorator’s Association’s (IMDA) annual conference.
It’s where it all happens
Wolfgang Niemsch, chairman of the Metpack committee, welcomed in the 2017 edition of the show with a positive message of prosperity within the metal packaging sector.
SLAC acquires Intercan Group
SLAC has announced today (4 May) that it is in advanced discussions concerning the acquisition of Intercan Group.
Apeal welcomes industry merger for a stronger Metal Packaging Europe
The Association of European Producers of Steel for Packaging (Apeal) has welcomed the launch of Metal Packaging Europe as an overarching European association that brings together manufacturers, suppliers, and national associations, to promote the benefits of rigid metal packaging.
AVT enters merger agreement with Pelican Merger Holdings Israel
Advanced Vision Technology (AVT) has announced that it has entered into a merger agreement with Pelican Merger Holdings Israel, in accordance to which it will be acquired by Danaher Corporation’s Product Identification Platform.
Steely resolve
Aside from the merger of Ball and Rexam last year, the most significant news story of the past 12 months has been the on-going saga with Tata Steel in the UK.
A true all-rounder
The dynamics of the can making industry have changed significantly over the past few months with the recent Ball acquisition of Rexam. In an industry exclusive, Evert van de Weg speaks with the recipients of Ball’s divested part of its business, Ardagh Group.
AkzoNobel completes acquisition of BASF’s industrial coatings business
AkzoNobel has finalised the acquisition of BASF’s global Industrial Coatings business, which supplies a range of products for industries including construction, domestic appliances, wind energy and commercial transport.
Festive cheer
Our latest issue of CanTech International has just gone to press. The highlight of this month’s issue is unquestionably our exclusive interview with Ardagh’s new CEO of its metal food and speciality division, Woep Möller.
Crown brings food service convenience to McCall Farms
Seeking an alternative to unreliable industrial can openers, McCall Farms has turned to Crown to explore various packaging options.
Bringing you a scoop
I’m just putting the finishing touches to the last issue of CanTech International for the calendar year and it promises to be a cracker (pun intended)! The highlight is undoubtedly our exclusive interview with Ardagh’s new CEO of its metal food and speciality division, Woep Möller.
SLAC announces joint venture with International Container Company
SLAC has announced the formation of SLAC Precision Corporation Americas, a joint venture between SLAC and engineering company International Container Supply.
Ball to showcase at Brau Beviale
Ball will be making an appearance at this year’s Brau Beviale in Nuremberg, Germany, on 8-10 November.