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South African metal packaging industry poised for growth
At the Australian Institute of Packaging’s (AIP) recent biennial National Conference held in Queensland, chief executive officer of MetPac-SA Kishan Singh delivered a speech on South Africa’s thriving metal packaging industry.
Ball announces six recipients of sustainability award
Ball Corporation has awarded six of its metal packaging manufacturing plants with the R. David Hoover Sustainability Award for making significant progress towards the company’s sustainability and business goals.
When east meets west
After some deliberation and feedback from many of you within the industry, we have decided on a location for our CanTech – The Grand Tour trade show for 2019.
December 2017/January 2018
Focus: Africa Oven technology Market/consumer trends Investments & financial predictions 2018 Show review: Asia CanTech.
Italian packaging machinery turnover tops €7bn
The Italian packaging machinery industry is set to complete another year of growth.
Wavegrip strengthens sales and development team
WaveGrip has appointed Paulo Catalão as its sales and business development manager, EMEA.
A full set
With Asia CanTech now less than three weeks away, it is very much all systems go for the event, taking place in Bangkok, Thailand.
Lonely Planet launches limited-edition beer
In addition to releasing a Global Beer Tour book, Lonely Planet has announced the launch of its limited-edition IPA beer, Travel Notes.
ITRI launches Responsible Tin Supply group
International tin industry organisation, ITRI has launched a Responsible Tin Supply group aimed at achieving a credible and more coordinated supply chain for tin.
Sun Chemical forms commercial alliance with Sapici
Sun Chemical has formed a commercial alliance with Sapici S.p.A. to market Sapici’s lamination adhesives portfolio under the Sun Chemical commercial brand name.
Tin producers to report on code of conduct standards
ITRI and member companies have developed a new industry code of conduct specifically designed for global tin mining and smelting operations and addressing the growing expectations of tin users and consumers.
Schuler partners with TMC to produce DWI bottle cans
Schuler has partnered with Japanese specialists in DWI bottle cans TMC. The company produces aluminium bottles and has developed a machine to form bottle necks with tooling technology.
Crown expands French facility to support corned beef market
Crown has added a manufacturing line in its Périgueux, France plant to help meet demand from consumers in Europe and around the world.
AkzoNobel completes acquisition of BASF’s industrial coatings business
AkzoNobel has finalised the acquisition of BASF’s global Industrial Coatings business, which supplies a range of products for industries including construction, domestic appliances, wind energy and commercial transport.