Partnership
Harley Davidson and Coors mark joint 110th birthday
Special cans of Miller High Life are being created which will feature the logo of iconic motorcycle brand Harley Davidson. Bizarrely, both brands were invented on the same street in Milwaukee, USA 110 years ago. Bill Davidson vice-president of the Harley-Davidson Museum and great-grandson of Harley-Davidson co-founder William Davidson officially kicked-off what is planned to […]
Perrier goes pop art
Perrier is launching a limited edition Andy Warhol can to mark its 150th anniversary. The pop art styled range will be available in stores from late May. Four different designs, featuring the artist’s distinctive use of paint, colour and style, are being rolled out across the Perrier range, including the 33cl cans. Giacomo Giacani, senior […]
New energy drink
Fuga a brand new energy drink has been launched in Rexam 12oz sleek cans. Fuga is made from the natural energy resource Yerba Mate which the maker claims offers the strength of coffee, the health benefits of tea and the euphoria of chocolate. “Fuga is a Latin and Spanish term meaning to ‘take flight’ which […]
Hees to take the reins at Heinz
Bernardo Hees will become chief executive of Heinz once the iconic canned food business is bought by an investment consortium. The consortium, made up of Berkshire Hathaway and 3G Capital, confirmed the appointment last night (11 April). Hees, who is 43 years old, will join from his current role as chief executive of Burger King […]
MetalMatters reaches two million households
MetalMatters, the metal packaging industry’s kerbside recycling improvement programme, has reached more than two million households in the UK.
AriZona offers popular flavours in sleek cans
US based AriZona Beverages has launched some of its most popular iced teas and beverages in 11.5oz sleek cans from Ball Corporation.
Recycling campaign launched in London
A metal packaging industry-led programme designed to increase at-home recycling has been launched across south London.
Rexam invests in India
Rexam together with its joint venture partner Hindustan Tin Works has opened a new aluminium beverage can line at its plant in Taloja, India.
Sefton Council wins award for recycling campaign
Sefton Council in the UK has been recognised by the British Aerosol Manufacturers’ Association (BAMA) for running the best recycling communication campaign that includes empty aerosols.
Cans produced for charity event
Rexam has produced special edition Grolsch cans to support the firm’s partnership with 3FM Serious Request, an annual charity fundraising event run by Dutch radio station 3FM.
Seasonal brew available in cans
SanTan Brewing Company has launched a seasonal brew in cans produced by Rexam.
Resources minister supports recycling campaign
MetalMatters, the metal packaging industry-led programme designed to increase at-home recycling, has received support from the UK government’s Minister for Resources, Local Environment and Environmental Science.
Unilever backs MetalMatters
Recycling programme MetalMatters has received the backing of Unilever UK.
Students to learn about aluminium
The aluminium industry has launched a new education initiative that challenges students to realise the design potential of the metal and its sustainability benefits.