Sustainability
AkzoNobel rejects second unsolicited proposal from PPG Industries
AkzoNobel has announced that it has rejected a second unsolicited, non-binding and conditional proposal of 20 March from PPG Industries for all of the issued and outstanding ordinary shares in the capital of AkzoNobel.
Can Creator launches label design option
The Can Makers has launched an enhanced version of its popular Can Creator (www.cancreator.com) app for craft drink brands.
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.
Ball collaborates with Skiwater to unveil its Alumni-tek bottle
Ball has collaborated with Austrian based Skiwater Beverages to produce its latest innovation, the Alumni-tek bottle.
Apeal welcomes plenary vote of European Parliament on circular economy package
The Association of European Producers of Steel for Packaging (Apeal) has welcomed the European Parliament (EP) plenary vote on the Circular Economy Package (CEP).
Ardagh Group launches metal beverage sample store
Ardagh Group has announced the launch of its new, metal beverage sample store.
Innovation is brewing
Camden Town Brewery has unveiled a new site in Enfield, UK, which is the largest investment to London’s brewing industry for 30 years. Megan Humphrey met CEO Jasper Cuppaidge for a behind the scenes tour of the facility.
AkzoNobel reviews strategic options to separate speciality chemicals
AkzoNobel has announced a review of strategic options for the separation of its speciality chemicals business.
Ball to cease production at Recklinghausen, Germany facility
Ball Corporation has announced that it intends to cease production at the company’s Recklinghausen, Germany facilities at the end of July 2017, and only after due negotiation and agreement with the works council.
AkzoNobel invests $13.3m in UK innovation hub
More than 100 of the coatings industry’s leading scientists are being brought together by AkzoNobel in a new $13.3 million research and innovation hub which could revolutionise the company’s portfolio.
Crown celebrates 125 years of innovation
In 1892, William Painter changed the trajectory of the beverage industry with the invention of the bottle cap. Throughout 2017, the company that Painter founded, will be celebrating its 125th anniversary by highlighting its long-standing commitment to innovation, quality and sustainability.
ETA vote in plenary confirms hybrid model as option
European Aluminium has congratulated the overall compromise reached by the European Parliament on ETS Phase IV.
Domino’s Paul Doody passes away
Paul Doody, global marketing director at Domino Printing Sciences passed away on 11 January.
Argus Cidery chooses Ardagh to package its craft cider
Argus Cidery has partnered with Ardagh to package its Ciderkin and Ginger Perry craft cider in 12oz beverage cans.