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FEA elects new president
The European Aerosol Federation (FEA) has announced the appointment of Dario Steiner, chief operations officer at Volcke Aerosol Connection, as its new president.
Returpack increases packaging deposits in Sweden
The Swedish deposit return system company, Returpack, has announced it will increase deposits on on PET and aluminium beverage containers.
Koenig & Bauer presents new inline coating layer thickness control
The new inline coating layer thickness control for precise coating application, less waste and optimised coating consumption is available for new and existing MetalCoat 483 installations from the company.
New president for Steel for Packaging Europe
Steel for Packaging Europe (SfPE) has appointed Richard Lézé, chief marketing officer of ArcelorMittal Packaging Europe, as the Association’s new president.
North American aluminium demand up through Q3 2024
As part of its monthly Aluminum Situation report, the Aluminum Association released preliminary estimates showing demand for the aluminium industry in North America (US and Canada) increased 4.6% through the first three quarters of 2024.
Ball makes minority investment in Meadow
Ball Corporation has announced a minority investment in Meadow, a Sweden-based packaging technology company focused on developing circular solutions and finalist in the ADF Concept of the Year Award.
PPG appoints new VP for global packaging coatings
PPG has appointed Denise Lu (Jing Lyu) as PPG vice president, global packaging coatings, effective 1 January 2025.
Orora Cans invests in Queensland facility
Australia-based Orora Cans has committed to a significant $130 million investment to expand production capacity at its Rocklea facility in Queensland, supporting increased demand for 375ml classic-sized cans.
Paris Packaging Week unveils first industry trend report
Perspectives 2025 is a collaborative effort featuring thought leaders from some of the most influential companies across cosmetics, beverages, retail, and creative services.
Austrian DRS launches
This extends the existing regulation on reusable beverage packaging, and sees Austria become the 17th country in Europe to implement a DRS for recycling single-use drink containers.
Töst debuts non-alcoholic canned wine
Töst Beverages is kicking off the new year in the US with the debut of its signature sparkling beverages in 250ml cans.
Sonoco announces senior leadership changes
The changes, which became effective on 3 January 2025, include a new interim chief financial officer, vice president of strategic finance and interim head of investor relations.
Molson Coors announces new president and CEO for EMEA & APAC
Molson Coors has named Phil Whitehead as the next president and CEO of its EMEA & APAC region, effective 1 January 2025.
New general manager for Sacmi Group
Andrea Grandi succeeds Mauro Fenzi, whose tenure ended on 31st December 2024.