metal packaging
Cheers to 30 years
Alex Fordham recently visited UTC Overseas, who this October celebrate 30 years in the can making business.
Aerobal reports a 5 per cent rise in the first half of 2018
The companies belonging to the International Organisation of Aluminium Aerosol Container Manufacturers (Aerobal) produced nearly 3.3 billion cans in the first half of 2018, substantially more than in the same period the year before.
Survey reveals British public views on recycling drinks packaging
As we enter Recycle Week (24-30 September 2018), Ball Corporation have launched a survey revealing that plastic pollution is a high concern amongst all age groups.
Torus Measurement Systems announces new sales manager
Torus Measurement Systems, part of the global engineering group Torus Technology Group has appointed Darren Hawkings as the new sales manager for the metal packaging division.
Stella Artois updates packaging design
AB InBev has announced the launch of a new packaging design for UK alcohol brand, Stella Artois.
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.
The evolution of food cans
The manufacturers of steel cans are reaching a new milestone in response to consumer preference for new can linings.
Crown collaborates with men’s grooming brand
Italian personal care and grooming brand Proraso has chosen premium metal packaging from Crown for form and function.
Abramowicz confirmed for Asia CanTech
Dr. Daniel Abramowicz has been confirmed as the first keynote speaker for this year’s Asia CanTech, which will take place in Bangkok, Thailand on 29-31 October 2018.
Metpac-SA welcomes new CEO
MetPac-SA has announced that Kishan Singh has replaced Delanie Bezuidenhout as chief executive officer of the organisation.
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.
Constellium and Novelis join Metal Packaging Europe
Metal Packaging Europe, the association bringing together European producers of rigid metal packaging and their supply chain partners, has announced that Constellium and Novelis have become associate members.
MPMA on DEFRA’s Deposit Return Scheme
The Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association (MPMA) has commented on DEFRA’s recent announcement regarding its Deposit Return Scheme (DRS).
Reviewing DRS
The issue of DRS has been hugely prominent here in the UK this past week. And for those cricket aficionados amongst you, no we are not referring to an umpire’s Decision Reviews System!