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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.
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.”
UK aluminium industry braces for impact as US tariffs take effect
Following extensive discussions with the UK Department for Business and Trade (DBT) and Sarah Jones MP, ALFED has outlined the significant challenges already facing the UK aluminium sector and the potential long-term implications for the industry.
Michael Bates joins GM UV
The new appointment strengthens GEW’s sheetfed distributor for North America.
Celsius Holdings to acquire functional lifestyle platform
Celsius Holdings has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Alani Nutrition, a female-focused brand that delivers functional beverages and wellness products for a growing community of Gen Z and millennial consumers.
Rucker makes third investment in beverage co-packing
Rucker Investments, a privately held family office in the US with a diverse investment portfolio, has announced the acquisition of select assets of Pack Labs, an aluminium can co-packing company.
Coalition continues efforts to make Mardi Gras more sustainable
The New Orleans Office of Resilience & Sustainability is again partnering with New Orleans & Company, and Grounds Krewe, with support from sponsors like Every Can Counts, Entergy New Orleans, and Coca-Cola, as well as other partners, on the Recycle Dat! initiative.
Losers expected on both sides of US tariffs on aluminium imports
Aluminium Deutschland (AD) has said that the German aluminium industry is watching the increase in tariffs on imports of aluminium goods and certain derivatives into the US to 25% with concern.
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.
Over 31 million beverage cans captured for recycling
Thanks to grants funded by Ardagh Metal Packaging and Crown, material recovery facilities in Alabama and California now have equipment that are estimated to capture more than 31 million aluminium beverage cans annually for recycling.
Entries open for INX can design contest
Entries are now being accepted through to 28 April for the sixth annual Colored by INX Can Design Contest.
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.
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
Ball acquires Florida Can Manufacturing
Ball Corporation has announced the acquisition of Florida Can Manufacturing, a state-of-the-art aluminium can manufacturing facility in Winter Haven, Florida, US.