Sustainability
New report finds majority of consumers willing to pay more for sustainable packaging
The report, developed in partnership with Boston Consulting Group, surveyed participants for their preferences related to sustainable packaging, along with their willingness to pay more for products with environmentally friendly packaging.
Aerosol industry maintains balance during pandemic
AEROBAL highlights the important role packaging manufacturers are playing as part of a system-relevant supply chain, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry.
IST Metz distributes air disinfection systems by Virobuster
As an official partner with Virobuster, UV equipment manufacturer IST Metz is now distributing Virobuster Steritube systems, which feature unique, patented UVPE technology (Ultraviolet Pathogenic Elimination) for air disinfection.
10 ways Covid-19 has changed the can making industry forever
Expect to see a divestment in supply, an increase of local supply chains and multinationals expanding their local presence in territories across the world.
Ball Corporation and Jimmy’s Iced Coffee launch new Flat White aluminium cans
Ball Corporation has created a collection of newly designed, infinitely recyclable 250ml cans in partnership with Dorset-based UK beverage brand, Jimmy’s Iced Coffee.
Alupro responds to Scotland’s announcement of a DRS
Alupro’s executive director, Rick Hindley, has offered his views in response to the regulations laid out for the Scottish government’s Deposit Return Scheme (DRS).
Hi-Cone welcomes plastic packaging tax
Hi-Cone, manufacturer of minimal multi-packaging solutions for beverages, welcomes Budget 2020’s introduction of the tax on plastic that contains less than 30% recycled material (PCR).
APEAL welcomes Circular Economy Action Plan 2.0
The Association of European Producers of Steel for Packaging (APEAL), has welcomed the recently published Circular Economy Action Plan (CEAP) 2.0.
AEROBAL reports 2019 decline for global production of aluminium aerosol cans
The generally weaker global economy in 2019 also left its mark on annual production figures for aluminium aerosol cans.
KHS to premiere new can packaging system at Interpack
A new can packaging system will form the centre-piece of the KHS booth at this year’s Interpack event in Düsseldorf.
Ball achieves global first with aluminium sustainability certification
Ball Corporation has earned the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) certification for all 23 of its Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) beverage can plants.
APEAL announces presence at Interpack 2020, promoting sustainability
The Association of European Producers of Steel for Packaging, (APEAL) has announced that it will host a stand at this year’s Interpack show in Düsseldorf.
Solucan opens purpose-built facility in Canada to showcase digital printing solutions
Solucan has opened its state-of-the-art, purpose-built facility in Trois-Rivières, Canada to demonstrate the capabilities of its Tonejet Cyclone direct-to-pack digital beverage can printer.
Aluminium cans pave the way for more sustainability in aerosol industry
The Aerosol & Dispensing Forum focused on sustainability and members of the International Organisation of Aluminium Aerosol Container Manufacturers (AEROBAL) were able to provide the following arguments and sustainable solutions of enhancing clients’ corporate strategies.