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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Leading American multinational packaging company, Crown Holdings, is planning to establish a two-line state-of-the-art aluminium beverage can manufacturing facility in Northern India. Its operations are said to start in the second half of 2027 with full capacity of 2.2 billion cans annually. Don’t...
In celebration of Earth Day (Wednesday 22 nd April), an eye-catching installation has been revealed at Bristol Cenotaph to raise awareness around the importance of recycling. Made up of over 700 recycled drink cans, the #EveryCanCounts ‘CANvas’, has been launched by not-for-profit recycling...
The aluminium industry is quietly undergoing a structural shift. What was once dominated by primary smelting is now moving toward a scrap-led ecosystem, with used beverage can (UBC) material emerging as a critical feedstock. The shift is rooted in cost and power. Producing primary aluminium...
Coca-Cola has launched a nationwide campaign ahead of the 250th anniversary of the United States, introducing a limited-edition series of mini cans. The collection includes 52 designs, representing all 50 states along with Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico. Each can features local symbols and...
PPG Industries has introduced a new interior coating for aluminium pet food cans in the US, marking what it says is the first coil-applied PVC non-intent (PVC-NI) solution of its kind in the market. The product, branded PPG NUTRISHIELD MAX PPG7590, is designed for draw-redraw (DRD) cans and...
The aluminium can story today is no longer just about growth-it is about what happens after consumption. The market, valued at USD 55.5 billion in 2023, moved up to USD 58.2 billion in 2024 and is estimated to reach USD 61.5 billion in 2025, with projections pointing to USD 85.6 billion by 2032. At...
In the ongoing supply chain disruption, which is directly linked to the tension with Iran, Diet Coke is said to be the next victim. Why so? In many Indian cities, stock shortages are being faced by consumers because of the lack of availability of aluminium cans. Other than Diet Coke, this impact is...
According to the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of United Breweries Ltd (UBL), Vivek Gupta, a "major trouble" is currently being faced by the Indian beer industry as it continues to grapple with the rising input costs caused by the conflict, supply shortages and pricing restrictions...
Brazil’s aluminium can story is not about how much it sells, but how much it gets back. For more than 15 years, recycling rates have stayed above 95 per cent, with the system hitting 97.3 per cent in 2024. The country still sits among the global leaders-and that consistency underpins how the entire...
Siemens is working with DrinkPAK to automate a new can manufacturing facility in Fort Worth, Texas, as the drinks company looks to scale up production and improve efficiency. DrinkPAK already runs large contract manufacturing sites in Santa Clarita and Fort Worth, handling batching, filling and...
Aluminium can recycling between Norway and the UK is set to continue at scale, with Novelis and Infinitum extending their long-running partnership. The setup is fairly straightforward but effective. Used beverage cans collected across Norway are sent to Novelis’ recycling plant in Latchford, where...
A majority of people in the UK want the government to step in and support aluminium recycling, with concerns growing that too much of the material is being lost instead of reused domestically. A poll commissioned by Alupro and carried out by Yonder Consulting surveyed around 2,000 adults and found...
The British Aerosol Manufacturers’ Association (BAMA) shares that the UK aerosol filling industry has had remained stable in 2025, with overall volumes dropping 2 per cent year-on-year. Explore- Most accurate data to drive business decisions with Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 across the...
In the current global downstream and recycled aluminium, every company is making crucial steps towards sustainability, circularity and better operational efficiency. With new regulations coming into play, smart investments being made and improvements in recycling and manufacturing practices,...
The Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI) and other industry groups have criticised recent tariff decisions by Donald Trump, saying they give an advantage to imported canned goods over products made in the United States. CMI President Scott Breen said tariffs on aluminium and steel used by US...
Ardagh Metal Packaging-Europe (AMP-Europe) has opened a new high-functioning laboratory in Bonn, Germany. This development sets a cornerstone to solidify the customer segment, market support and also the future of the aluminium beverage can industry with potential investments. The plant is designed...
Pakistan Aluminium Beverage Cans Limited (PABC) plans a USD 110 million beverage can factory in Afghanistan. This goes ahead despite trade issues from the Pakistan-Afghanistan border closure since October 2025. The company's latest annual report says the border shutdown has disrupted trade a lot....
VicReturn, scheme coordinator of Victoria’s Container Deposit Scheme (CDS Vic) has confirmed there will be no increase to scheme pricing for beverage manufacturers, following its latest six-monthly pricing review. Don’t miss out- Buyers are looking for your products on our B2B platform The decision...
