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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South African billionaire family, also known as the Oppenheimer family has bought a majority position in GZ Industries, one of Nigeria's leading aluminium can manufacturers. Jonathan Oppenheimer, the son of Africa's second wealthiest individual, Nicky Oppenheimer, successfully acquired complete...
On November 29, news came floating that Ardagh Metal Packaging in Whitehouse might close its operations by the start of 2024, as a reliable company source announced. The company also stated that the employees at the unit were notified first-hand on November 28, Tuesday. It was sensible on Ardagh's...
Ardagh Metal Packaging Group (AMP), a global supplier of sustainable, infinitely recyclable aluminium packaging to brand owners across the globe, bagged the Best Metal Design recognition at the 21st World Beverage Innovation Awards. The ceremony was hosted this week at BrauBeviale in Nuremberg,...
The Beer Institute, the longest-standing national trade organisation advocating for the beer industry, has launched MidwestPremiumExposed.org to enlighten consumers and legislators about the Midwest Premium (MWP). The MWP, or Metal Weight Premium, is a pricing mechanism that enables aluminium...
Pakistan Aluminium Beverage Cans Limited has received entity ratings of "A+" for long-term and "Al" for short-term with a stable outlook forecast from Pakistan Credit Rating Agency Limited (PACRA), as per their latest press release. This rating affirms the company's strong financial profile and...
According to a recent report by Fortune Business Insights, the global aerosol cans market size is estimated to reach $10.52 billion in 2023 from 10.02 billion in 2022. By 2030, the market size is projected to grow further to stand at $15.42 billion, recording a CAGR of 5.62 per cent from 2023 to...
In South Korea, the Beaujolais Nouveau has been introduced by the Amsterdam-based Dutch business IPL Brands BV, which is well-known for its high-quality sparkling wines. This famous French wine will be sold in 200 ml aluminium cans made by Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP). French Beaujolais and...
Pepsi is continuing its 125th-anniversary celebration by returning with Shaquille O'Neal, whose many Pepsi ads pleased and surprised customers during the 1990s, in a new campaign emphasising Pepsi Mini aluminium cans as the ideal complement for snack and dinner situations. In the new commercial,...
Corona recently unveiled a colour-changing Christmas special aluminium cans of Corona Extra and matching robes. The Mexican-based beverage company also roped in celebrity fashion designer Talia Coles as part of its "La Vida Más Fina" promotion. The special holiday combo, Feliz Navi-Drip, was...
Crown Holdings, one of the world's largest aluminium can manufacturers, has just disclosed the recipients of its annual Chairman's Sustainability Awards. These prestigious accolades recognize specific manufacturing sites within the organisation's worldwide network for their outstanding achievements...
One of the most significant aluminium beverage can producers in the USA, Ball Corporation, has recently taken over a warehousing and manufacturing property near Jefferson State Community College in Pinson. This industrial zone situated at 124 Carson Road would aid Ball in augmenting its capacity. A...
One of the largest premium beverage companies, Diageo North America, is providing ten million 12-ounce aluminium water cans to the humanitarian charity Convoy of Hope to help local communities in the United States affected by natural and humanitarian catastrophes. The aluminium cans will be stored...
Founded in 1847 by brewer J.C. Jacobsen, the Carlsberg Group has emerged as one of the prominent brewing conglomerates on a global scale. Its diverse range of beverage portfolio and its ambition to achieve a zero-carbon footprint have solidified its position in the industry. After setting a goal of...
Subaru of America, Inc. and the Philadelphia Union have achieved a remarkable feat by transforming Subaru Park in Chester, PA, into a "zero landfill status" stadium. To mark this incredible milestone, they collaborated with TerraCycle, a renowned recycling company based in Trenton, NJ, to create a...
With a mission to promote passion and environmental sustainability, the South California-based eco-friendly hard seltzer firm Passion Tree has created the first-ever small hard seltzer cans called Passion Tree Minis. The newly launched fun-sized minis come in aluminium cans, bridging the gap...
The beverage can industry is now making continuous efforts to use materials free from any substances of concern. These efforts have received a significant boost with the introduction of advanced coatings technology by AkzoNobel. A new manufacturing facility is also being created in Spain to further...
Alupro, Aluminium Packaging Recycling Organisation Ltd., a UK industry group, has rejected digital deposit return schemes (DRS) for aluminium cans , deeming them unproven. They emphasised the success of aluminium drink cans in the circular economy, being fully recyclable with an impressive UK...
Zouping Hongfa Aluminium Technology and Shanghai Baosteel Packaging Co., Ltd. have completed a successful trial production of 100 per cent green aluminium low-carbon aluminium cans. This batch of tank material is composed of aluminium, which incorporates 50 per cent UBC (Used Beverage Cans) and 35...
