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Novelis Asia opens recycling centre
Novelis, a leading producer of rolled aluminium, has announced the opening of an aluminium recycling and casting centre at its Yeongju, South Korea, facility.
Crown postpones China expansion plans
Can maker Crown has postponed plans to build two new plants in China.
Aerosol demand still strong
Demand for aluminium aerosol cans has remained strong in 2012.
September 2012
The September issue of CanTech International includes articles on China, South Africa and the canned wine market. There is also a look at how leading US canned food manufacturers have united to drive research-based messaging aimed at brands, retailers and consumers.
Making the Indian elephant fly
CanTech International Editorial board member Atit Bhatia attempts to decode the story behind the Indian can market.
Stolle starts major expansion of Centennial plant
Can making machinery supplier Stolle Machinery Company has started work on a major expansion at its manufacturing facility in Centennial, Colorado, US.
Sparkling wine in cans
Rexam has partnered with Accolade Wines to create cans for its Sparkling Collection range.
Crown releases second quarter results
Beverage can volumes at Crown increased by 5% during the second quarter. Despite this net sales were down on the same period of 2011, mainly due to a $101 million unfavourable currency translation.
Uinta to start canning beers
US based Uinta Brewing has announced plans for expansion which include adding a canning line.
Guayaki chooses Rexam’s Sleek cans
A sparkling beverage that features a unique energising ingredient has been launched in 12oz Sleek cans from Rexam throughout the US.
Crown to build second can plant in Cambodia
Can maker Crown is set to build a second beverage can plant in Cambodia.
Conway focused on emerging markets
The chairman and CEO of Crown, John Conway (pictured right), says the company’s emerging market expansion plans remain “robust and exciting” following the release of its first quarter results.
NDH and Passrite enter joint venture
NDH Group has teamed up with Passrite and will install a two-piece aluminium can line at Guangzhou Rongxin Packaging in China.
Glowing cans from Rexam
Radioactive Energy Drink has been relaunched in cans featuring graphics that glow in the dark.