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Alupro launches updated Aluminium Manifesto for 2024
The Aluminium Manifesto outlines the views of the aluminium packaging industry and details the changes needed to deliver a world-class recycling system for the UK.
Hydro invests in UK scrap sorting facility
Hydro has invested NOK 180 million in a state-of-the-art scrap sorting facility at the recycling plant in Wrexham, UK, which will have the capacity to source and sort over 30,000 tonnes of aluminium scrap annually.
Continuous delay
It’s safe to say that many UK metal packaging manufacturers, organisations and suppliers are feeling disappointment at the recent news of the UK’s DRS being delayed yet again, this time by another two years, to October 2027.
CMbE welcomes president of IMechE to HQ
CarnaudMetalbox Engineering (CMbE) hosted the president of the IMechE, Giles Harthill, at its UK site in Shipley on Tuesday 30 April.
DRS delay disappointing but not unexpected, comments Alupro
Tom Giddings, executive director of Alupro, has commented on the UK government’s decision to delay the implementation of a Deposit Return Scheme for drinks containers to October 2027.
Bizzi launches canned cold brew coffee and matcha with collagen
New brand, Bizzi, has launched into the UK drinks market, offering consumers the very first RTD which features both a caffeine and collagen boost.
Roberts Metal Packaging achieves top packaging standard
Roberts Metal Packaging, located in Thamesmead, London, has achieved the highest possible AA+ packaging materials global standard rating from BRCGS.
Cano Water displays Earth Day stunt
Canned water brand, Cano Water, has unveiled a new OOH campaign in London’s Piccadilly Circus, to raise awareness of the number of water brands that are greenwashing their recycling claims.
Giant recycling rainbow placed outside UK train station
A giant rainbow installation has been unveiled outside of Leeds Station to commemorate Earth Day (22 April).
BAMA releases 2023 aerosol filling figures
The British Aerosol Manufacturers’ Association has released its UK aerosol filling figures for 2023, showing that volume remained stable compared to 2022, despite many market challenges.
Molson Coors announces £100m investment in UK capabilities
Molson Coors Beverage Company is set to invest more than £100 million (US$126 million) in its UK business infrastructure over the next five years.
EPR – who’s calling the shots?
Time is running out to ensure fair and informed regulation, says MPMA’s Jason Galley
ALFED debuts Young Apprentice of the Year Award
This event aims to celebrate the outstanding achievements of young apprentices within the aluminium industry and highlight the importance of nurturing talent in the sector.
Schoolchildren treated to interactive recycling workshop
Earlier in April 2024, a KS2 class in Burton-upon-Trent, UK, were treated to an interactive aluminium recycling workshop, after one pupil won a creative national design competition organised by Alupro.