packaging
Sun, sea and sardines
There is a saying, one that I’ve not really subscribed to over the years, which is when you’re on holiday you’re still never truly off work. After sunning myself in the Algarve recently, I think I now understand this statement a little more.
BAMA announces UK aerosol industry event of the year
The British Aerosol Manufacturers’ Association’s (BAMA) ninth annual Forum and Awards Dinner will be held on 18 October at the Oulton Hall Hotel, Leeds, UK.
Investing in the future
At Metpack, the news that SLAC are in advanced negotiations to acquire Intercan Group took many within the metal packaging industry by surprise. But what are the implications for the industry? Alex Fordham speaks with Intercan’s owner Peter Strode to find out more.
Solid quarter for Crown, but investors overestimate
Despite a solid result and increase to full-year 2017 EPS guidance, shares of Crown have underperformed the broader packaging sector (CCK -127bps vs. SP500 -2bps).
Crown to showcase digital technologies at drinktec
Crown Bevcan Europe and Middle East will showcase advances in digital technologies and decorative finishes for the beverage sector at drinktec 2017.
etma’s Tube of the Year 2017 competition
The European Tube Manufacturers Association (etma) has chosen the winners of its annual Tube of the Year competition during this year’s annual meeting of its members in Vienna.
La Colombe and Crown launch MiniVault beverage can
Following the launch of the Draft Latte, a crafted coffee drink using Crown’s InnoValve technology, La Colombe Coffee Roasters and Crown Beverage Packaging North America have partnered again to announce the launch of the MiniVault.
Ball to showcase latest can range at drinktec
Global can manufacturer Ball will be returning to Drinktec this year. The world’s leading trade fair for the beverage and liquid food industry will be held in Munich from 11-15 September.
BAMA increases membership
The British Aerosol Manufacturers’ Association (BAMA) has welcomed Springfield Solutions as its newest member.
ADF&PCD 2018 in Paris
The Aerosol and Dispensing Forum (ADF) and Packaging of Perfume, Cosmetics & Design (PCD) trade show has announced its return to Paris from 31 January- 1 February 2018.
Crown and Nestlé collaborate for limited-edition coffee cans
For the third consecutive year, Nestlé, maker of the Nescafé Azera coffee brand, has teamed up with Crown Aerosols & Speciality Packaging Europe, for the launch of a series of limited-edition tins.
Oliver Höll elected as new etma president
Oliver Höll, CEO of the Alltub Group, has been elected as president of the European Tube Manufacturers Association (etma) in June 2017.
Metal Packaging wins at Starpack Student and Schools Awards
The Metal Packaging Manufacturers Association scooped two ‘Best in Show’ awards at the Starpack Student and Schools Awards presented in London.
Crown picks up Excellence in Quality awards at IMDA conference
Crown has picked up three awards at the 2017 International Metal Decorators Association (IMDA) Annual Conference.