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European aluminium EPR fees vary by country, PRO, packaging and recyclability
07 SEPT 202613MINS
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European aluminium EPR fees vary by country, PRO, packaging and recyclability

In a recent conversation with AL Circle, Daniel Vaknine, Co-Founder of Gramta, explained the objectives and implementation of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). He discussed how the aluminium packaging industry can comply with these...

Fun Kids highlights Amazing Aluminium with podcast series
05 SEPT 20262MINS
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Fun Kids highlights Amazing Aluminium with podcast series

Fun Kids, the UK’s leading radio station for children, families and parents, released the final episode of the Amazing Aluminium podcast series on 2nd September. Co-created by the Aluminium Packaging Recycling Organisation (Alupro), Amazing Aluminium touches on the metal’s composition, its...

01 SEPT 20267MINS
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How PACKFINE advances aluminium beverage can manufacturing through automated production and quality control

As global demand for convenient, lightweight, and recyclable beverage packaging continues to grow, aluminium beverage cans are becoming increasingly important across the beer, soft drink, energy drink, juice, and other beverage sectors. For beverage brands, selecting the right packaging supplier is...


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Aluminium supersedes plastic: a sustainable shift emerging in the US, UK, & Canada
04 AUG 20254MINS

Aluminium supersedes plastic: a sustainable shift emerging in the US, UK, & Canada

According to PMMI’s 2024 State of the Industry US Packaging Machinery Report, packaging machinery manufacturers are actively innovating to support aluminium and other eco-friendly materials, aiming to capitalise on the growing demand for sustainable solutions. This shift comes as sustainability...

Kopu's aluminium bottle programme helps luxury hotels reduce waste
03 AUG 20253MINS

Kopu's aluminium bottle programme helps luxury hotels reduce waste

Premium American water brand Kopu is providing a turnkey sustainability solution for the luxury hospitality industry, enabling major hotel groups like Hyatt, Hilton, and Marriott to replace problematic glass and plastic bottles with elegant, infinitely recyclable aluminium packaging and a built-in...

Amcor Rorschach clears ASI V3.1 re-certification assessment
30 JUL 20252MINS

Amcor Rorschach clears ASI V3.1 re-certification assessment

Amcor Flexibles Rorschach in Switzerland has once again secured re-certification under the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative’s (ASI) Performance Standard V3.1, reaffirming its leadership in responsible aluminium packaging. As of July 29 2025, ASI confirmed that the Rorschach facility met all...

You shouldn’t smash aluminium cans before recycling. Here’s why
29 JUL 20254MINS

You shouldn’t smash aluminium cans before recycling. Here’s why

Recycling is one of the easiest ways to do right by the planet, but doing it correctly takes more than tossing old metal into the bin and calling it a day. While most of us know we should recycle, the how of it often gets murky. Image credit: www.justdial.com Rinsing out aluminium cans, cleaning up...

Leoben researchers unlock new recycling solution from used aluminium coffee-capsules
29 JUL 20254MINS

Leoben researchers unlock new recycling solution from used aluminium coffee-capsules

Pop in the capsule, press a button, and your coffee's ready, a quick, clean, and convenient process. But behind that ease lies an environmental challenge. In Austria, even with a dedicated collection system for used coffee capsules, only about 30 per cent make it to recycling. Because a high amount...

Pupils take home prizes in Alupro’s latest school competitions
27 JUL 20252MINS

Pupils take home prizes in Alupro’s latest school competitions

Alupro has announced the lucky winners of its Masters of Infinity and Bin-fluencers competitions. Designed as part of a national educational initiative to bring sustainability into the curriculum, the competitions reward creative thinking and a real passion for recycling. Rron Krasniqi, year 3,...

Metal packaging coatings sector set for 5% CAGR through 2030
25 JUL 20253MINS

Metal packaging coatings sector set for 5% CAGR through 2030

The global metal packaging coatings market is growing steadily with an estimated CAGR of around 5 per cent from 2020 to 2030 driven by increasing demand for premium, attractive and sustainable packaging. Recent insights show the future of this small but increasingly important market will continue...

AL Circle x Meadow: Sustainable aluminium packaging & approach to circular design and waste reduction
24 JUL 20253MINS

AL Circle x Meadow: Sustainable aluminium packaging & approach to circular design and waste reduction

Ross Murdoch, Chief Sustainability Officer at Meadow, is a dedicated sustainability leader with over a decade of experience addressing social and environmental challenges. Renowned for his commitment to reducing single-use waste, Ross brings deep expertise in circular economy principles and...

Aluminium packaging facility in Marianna set to boost local economy & employment opportunities
24 JUL 20253MINS

Aluminium packaging facility in Marianna set to boost local economy & employment opportunities

PackEx USA, an all-aluminium packaging and bottling company, is set to make waves in the beverage industry with its upcoming facility in Marianna, a city located in Jackson County (USA). With a strong commitment to sustainability and community pride, the company aims to reshape industry standards....

Arsenal & Athletic Brewing pops the top on sleek-trendy aluminium cans
23 JUL 20253MINS

Arsenal & Athletic Brewing pops the top on sleek-trendy aluminium cans

Arsenal fans get ready to toast a new chapter, minus the alcohol, but full of flavour. Athletic Brewing Company, America’s leading non-alcoholic beer maker, is extending its winning partnership with Arsenal Football Club in a bold, multi-year deal that continues to blend sport, community, and...

PPG unveils next-gen BPA-and PFAS-free coatings for aluminium can easy-open ends
23 JUL 20252MINS

PPG unveils next-gen BPA-and PFAS-free coatings for aluminium can easy-open ends

Aluminium beverage cans continue to lead in innovation, with a significant industry update from PPG Industries, Inc., a Fortune 500 American supplier of paints, coatings and speciality materials. The company has expanded its range of BPA-and PFAS-free coatings for aluminium can ends, representing a...

From glass to cans: AGI Greenpac’s ₹1,000 crore leap into aluminium sparks market buzz
23 JUL 20252MINS

From glass to cans: AGI Greenpac’s ₹1,000 crore leap into aluminium sparks market buzz

As India’s beverage and lifestyle sectors continue to shift toward premium packaging, AGI Greenpac is making a bold play to tap into this rising demand not just with glass, but now with aluminium too. Image for representational purpose The company on Tuesday unveiled plans to invest INR 1,000 crore...

AL Circle x Industrial Physics: Safeguarding aluminium packaging quality in a circular economy
21 JUL 20259MINS

AL Circle x Industrial Physics: Safeguarding aluminium packaging quality in a circular economy

Stefan Welker brings over 18 years of dedicated experience in the packaging industry, with a strong focus on inspection systems. His expertise spans the entire process from designing and specifying systems to developing advanced measurement and image processing solutions. This conversation offers a...

CANPACK celebrates Okocim’s 180th anniversary with limited-edition cans
19 JUL 20253MINS

CANPACK celebrates Okocim’s 180th anniversary with limited-edition cans

To commemorate Okocim Brewery’s 180th anniversary, CANPACK has partnered with the iconic brand to create a special limited-edition can collection. Featuring refreshed designs for flavoured non-alcoholic and low-alcoholic beer lines, the cans proudly display the anniversary logo and are now part of...

Meadow taps aluminium to boost recycling in beauty sector
18 JUL 20253MINS

Meadow taps aluminium to boost recycling in beauty sector

Sweden-based startup packaging firm Meadow has announced that its alliance with United States-based Ball Corp. will help “drive a shift away from linear packaging” by harnessing the “industrial capability” of Ball to “replace billions of linear containers” with aluminium packaging. Image credit:...

716 designs & 300k aluminium cans delivered - Rippl & Onpack’s partnership unlocks new record
17 JUL 20253MINS

716 designs & 300k aluminium cans delivered - Rippl & Onpack’s partnership unlocks new record

Melbourne-based packaging company Onpack has partnered with emerging hydration brand Rippl to deliver a next-gen packaging solution that blends high-speed digital printing with fully recyclable aluminium cans, bringing sustainability and style together at scale. Using advanced direct-to-can digital...

Market commentary: Aluminium foil is looking towards a $48.8 billion market by 2034
16 JUL 20255MINS

Market commentary: Aluminium foil is looking towards a $48.8 billion market by 2034

The global non-ferrous market size at present stands at USD 1.18 trillion (2024), which is poised to reach USD 1.75 trillion by 2033, shared Dr Anupam Agnihotri at the recently held International Conference for Non-Ferrous Metals, 2025. The metals leading the path of growth include Aluminium,...

From cars to cans: the ripple effects of America’s 50% aluminium tariff on end-users
16 JUL 20255MINS

From cars to cans: the ripple effects of America’s 50% aluminium tariff on end-users

As global trade conflicts grow and political alliances change, American companies in many industries are struggling with rising tariffs on imported aluminium. Image for representational purpose Introduced on June 4, 2025, the 50 per cent aluminium tariff was meant to support US producers as...

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