Donald Trump

Proving costly

Liz Newmark examines rising production costs in Europe and their impact on can manufacturing and filling plants across the continent

Business news, Can & end making, Filling, Raw materials, Regulations, Sustainability

The tariff war ramps up

Trump’s 25 per cent tariffs on imports of aluminium and steel have officially come into play, with tensions escalating globally and leaders in the metal packaging space offering their stance.

Business news, Raw materials, Regulations

CMI responds to Trump tariffs on steel and aluminium

A statement from the Can Manufacturers Institute president, Robert Budway, begins: “While we support President Donald Trump’s efforts to address unfair trade practices, tariffs on steel and aluminium will increase prices for canned foods and beverages.”

Business news, Raw materials

Coca-Cola may use more plastic bottles due to Trump tariffs

Coca-Cola might increase its reliance on plastic bottle packaging in the US if Trump’s tariff costs make cans less financially viable.

Business news, Regulations, Sustainability

Green areas & grey areas

The UK metal packaging industry is rejoicing at the government’s confirmation of the October 2027 deposit return scheme launch, but other potential challenges loom as Britain could be under threat from Trump’s favourite word – tariffs.

Social impact, Sustainability

Trump tariffs could disrupt global can industry

The international can making and filling industry is assessing the impact of a second Donald Trump presidency in the US, given he has threatened to impose universal tariffs on all imports. By Keith Nuthall, in Ottawa; Liz Newmark, in Brussels; and Brenda Dionisi

Aluminum Association calls for strong regional trade enforcement

Charles Johnson has urged that “President Trump should exempt the aluminium metal supply needed for American manufacturers, while continuing to take every possible action at the US border against unfairly traded Chinese aluminium.”

Iranian metal packaging is in a downslide

Vladislav Vorotnikov examines the current state of the industry in Iran

Business news, Can & end making

Events

Wed

23

Apr

BAMA Innovation Day 2025

The event for both members and non-members of the British Aerosol Manufacturers Assocation to assist in the promotion of recent innovation throughout the aerosol industry.

Tue

29

Apr

Cannex Fillex de las Americas

An international showcase of the latest can making and filling technologies from around the world.

Thu

26

Jun

ALFED House of Lords Lunch

Industry leaders and policymakers will gather to discuss the topic, ‘Driving the UK Aluminium Strategy – Unlocking Potential and Impact of Net Zero.’

Wed

2

Jul

Plasmatreat Technology Days 2025

Mon

15

Sep

Drinktec 2025

The global trade fair for the beverage and liquid food industry, offering a platform for innovation, networking and sustainable perspectives.

Tue

23

Sep

IMDPA Annual Confrence

The annual conference of the International Metal Decorating and Packaging Association.

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