circular economy
MPMA respond to Defra’s Resources and Waste Strategy
DEFRA recently released its Resources and Waste Strategy for England. Here is a statement issued on behalf of Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association (MPMA) in response.
Recycling rate of tinplate remains high at 91 percent in Germany
In this year’s recycling results for packaging in Germany, the recycling rate for tinplate is again well ahead of all other packaging materials at 91%.
Tata Steel Europe on its way to carbon neutral
Tata Steel’s European business is increasing its efforts to become carbon neutral by 2050 through a partnership with leading chemicals company, Nouryon, and the Port of Amsterdam.
South Africa feels pinch of tough economy
Reports by BMi Research show that while post-consumer metal packaging collection is increasing in South Africa, the overall metal packaging market has declined.
Steel packaging recycling in Europe reaches 79.5%
According to figures issued by Apeal, recycling of steel packaging in Europe has reached a new high of 79.5% and is well on track to reach the industry’s self-imposed target of 80% by 2020.