The aluminium industry is entering the second half of 2026 with demand signals moving in different directions. Beverage cans are finding new consumption opportunities in Brazil, extrusion demand remains resilient in key markets, and aluminium producers are benefiting from firmer prices. At the same...
Japanese beverage company Kirin is exploring greater use of recycled and low-carbon aluminium as part of its efforts to reduce emissions from packaging and move towards a more circular packaging system. The company is considering GHG-free aluminium produced using renewable energy, as well as...
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The Life Science Centre, a vibrant science hub in Newcastle upon Tyne, has unveiled a new immersive exhibit dedicated to recycling. Created by the not-for-profit organization Every Can Counts, the Infinity Room installation offers visitors a unique and engaging experience. Image Source: Every Can...
The people of Kilkenny have recycled over 4.5 million aluminium cans and plastic bottles in just one year through the Return scheme. According to SuperValu and Centra, their stores alone have facilitated the recycling of an amount equivalent to 42 containers per person in Ireland during the first...
Net Zero Foods, a leader in sustainable food and beverage innovation, is excited to introduce ROBOT Kombucha—the world’s healthiest cola. This cool, super-premium Coke-style drink packed in 100 per cent recyclable aluminium cans blend the health benefits of organic kombucha with the natural...
Ball Corporation, a global leader in sustainable aluminium2 packaging, and Meadow, a Sweden-based packaging technology company that recently received a minority investment from Ball Corporation, were awarded a Certificate for Excellence In Packaging Innovation in the Concept of the Year Award...
Quality Pack International Ltd. (QPC) plans to establish a vertically integrated aluminium beverage can manufacturing and non-alcoholic beverage filling facility in the Alat Free Economic Zone, Azerbaijan. Set to commence operations in 2025, the QPC factory represents a $211 million investment in...
Mananalu, the eco-conscious aluminium-bottled water brand founded by Jason Momoa, the 'Aquaman' star, has been making waves since 2019. The company is on a mission to remove single-use plastic bottles with recyclable aluminium ones. The company has unlocked several strides in this journey, with the...
Coors Light, known for its sustainable packaging promoting aluminium and other recyclable materials, has come up with a new release which is both unique and chilled at the same time. Coming up with something of this type is the first of its kind for a beverage brand company. Image Source: Molson...
The grocery aisle is a kaleidoscope of colourful packaging crafted to grab the attention of the buyers and entice them to make a purchase. Be it aluminium cans, bottles, and other materials, the packaging story doesn't end once it is opened and recycled; the real story begins when the material...
A new campaign promoting metal packaging recycling has been introduced by Leicestershire County Council. In a bid to improve recycling rates, households across the county are being encouraged to recycle their metal packaging including food and drink cans, aluminium wrapping foil and foil trays, as...
The deposit for PET and aluminium beverage containers is expected to rise, encouraging consumers to sort materials correctly to benefit the climate and the environment. Returpack, the Swedish DRS company, will raise the deposits on all packaging: from SEK 1 to SEK 2 for aluminium cans and small PET...
The aluminium industry must cut its emissions intensity by 30 per cent by 2030 and 9 per cent by 2050 compared to 2022 levels to align with the International Aluminum Institute’s (IAI) 1.5-degree benchmark. To achieve this, absolute carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions for aluminium (both primary and...
TÖST Beverages is starting the New Year with the launch of its signature sparkling beverages in convenient 250-ml cans. Joining the existing 750-ml and 250-ml bottle offerings, the new cans provide a stylish and portable way to enjoy TÖST, the company announced. With the same sophisticated,...
Recycling aluminium cans is vital for sustainability, offering significant environmental and economic benefits. It conserves natural resources by reducing the need for raw material extraction, minimising the destructive effects of mining. With this, Downtown Inverness has added a beautiful and...
Precious Dragon Technology Holdings Ltd. has signed a Master Supply Agreement with China Aluminum Cans Holdings Ltd. for a three-year term beginning in January 2025. This agreement extends their previous supply arrangement and is classified as a continuing connected transaction under the Listing...
As consumer preferences shift towards sustainability, transparency, and efficiency, aluminium is emerging as a material of choice for its recyclability, lightweight properties, and ability to preserve product quality. The aluminium packaging industry experienced steady growth in 2023, driven by an...
China Aluminum Cans Holdings Limited, an investment holding company that manufactures and sells aluminium aerosoal cans in Mainland China, Africa, and America, has reportedly announced the departure of Ms Guo Yang as an independent non-executive director, with effect from January 1, 2025. Ms Guo...
Ceylon Beverage Can, a state-of-the-art beverage packaging manufacturing unit in South Asia, has recently joined forces with Rockwell Automation, Inc., the global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. This collaboration marks a milestone as Rockwell introduces its cloud-based...
Japan's leading breweries, Suntory Holdings Limited, Asahi Group Holdings, Kirin Holdings, and Sapporo Holdings, will begin phasing in using the "EcoEnd™" can lid for select beer products in February 2025. These innovative solutions significantly reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, cutting...
