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CFA reveals impact of health crisis on French aerosol industry
The total volume of aerosols in all categories filled in France in 2020 fell by 5.9% compared with the previous year, according to the Comite Francais des Aerosols (CFA).
Ball reports first quarter global beverage can volumes are up
During the first quarter of 2021, Ball Corporation has reported net earnings attributable to the corporation of $200 million.
APEAL welcomes new member
APEAL, the Association of European Producers of Steel for Packaging, has welcomed its sixth member, Genoa-based Acciaiere d’Italia.
CMbE strengthens US presence
USA-based tool shops H-V Industries and Wissota Tool will now form part of CarnaudMetalbox Engineering (CMbE).
Tubex and PreZero Pyral enter into a collaboration
PreZero Pyral and Tubex have teamed up to form a closed-loop in recycling post-consumer aluminium packaging.
Ocean Spray launches sparkling pink cranberry in cans
Ocean Spray has launched Sparkling Pink Cranberry, a natural, cranberry-based carbonated juice drink in 330ml cans.
Martens applies NMP machine from KHS to process cans
Belgium-based Martens brewery is planning to procure a second Nature MultiPack (NMP) machine from KHS to process cans.
Nexba launches new kombucha in cans
Australian drinks brand Nexba has launched two new kombucha flavours to the UK in 330ml can format.
UK aerosol industry adapted quickly during pandemic
The British Aerosol Manufacturers’ Association (BAMA) annual filling survey has revealed that the aerosol sector was quick to adjust to the changing circumstances during the Covid-19 pandemic and national lockdowns.
Guinness adds canned nitro cold brew coffee beer to its portfolio
Guinness Nitro Cold Brew Coffee beer is available in cans, with a widget to infuse nitrogen into the beer upon opening.
Trivium releases Buying Green Report
Trivium’s recent report surveys more than 15,000 participants across Europe, North and South America on their behaviours related to sustainable packaging.
Clearly Drinks develops product line using new canning facility
The first product off the line will be Northumbria Spring, pure British spring water, launching in a 330ml can format.
Sandford Orchards launches four can pack of cider
Devon-based Sandford Orchards has launched a four can pack of its best-selling cider, Devon Red.
Ball becomes Los Angeles Chargers sustainability partner
The partnership will include community engagement, increased use of aluminium beverage packaging and game day activations to improve recycling processes and education.