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...
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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Alupro sponsors 'Local Authority Leader of the Year' for Resource Hot 100 List 2024
Alupro, the aluminium packaging recycling organization, is sponsoring the 'Local Authority Leader of the Year' category in this year's Resource Hot 100 list. Now in its 21st year, this list honours the accomplishments of individuals spearheading positive transformations in the waste and resources...
Guangdong Betterlid Packaging achieves the ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022) certification
On July 12, the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) announced that Guangdong Betterlid Packaging Material had successfully obtained the ASI Performance Standard V3 (2022) certification. This certification applies to their manufacturing processes for aluminium alloy sheets and foils used in food...
Baosteel Packaging plans to produce 800 million aluminium cans at its upcoming facility in Long An
Shanghai Baosteel Packaging has unveiled plans to establish a state-of-the-art aluminium two-piece can production facility in Vietnam's Long An province. Long An is a province in the Mekong Delta region of southern Vietnam. With an investment totalling around 525 million yuan, the facility is...
Aluminium is far easier to recycle than plastic, so it was a no-brainer that we should use it instead of bottles: Josh White, Co-founder and CEO of Cano Water
Josh White is the Co-Founder and CEO of Cano Water, the world's first canned water brand, founded in 2015. Josh has spoken extensively about his battles with ADHD and feeling different while growing up - and prides himself on embodying the brand's "Don't Bottle It" attitude. He is passionate about...
Unveiling the benefits: 8011 aluminium foil for sustainable packaging excellence
The usage of aluminium foil has evolved significantly with time, transitioning from a simple household product wrapper to a vital material in the packaging industry. Among the materials available, 8011 aluminium foil emerges as a standout option. Known for its exceptional properties, 8011 aluminium...
São Geraldo partners with CANPACK to launch its flagship beverage in 350ml aluminium cans
In a recent move, Cajuina São Geraldo, a beverage company from Ceará in northeastern Brazil, collaborated with CANPACK to launch its flagship cashew soda, São Geraldo, in 350ml infinitely recyclable aluminium cans for the first time. Previously, the drink was only available in glass or PET bottles;...
Suez UK and Alupro join hands to boost UK’s aerosol cans recycling
Suez UK, a pioneer in waste management through sustainable solutions and innovative technologies, has reportedly partnered with Alupro, the aluminium packaging recycling organisation, to revolutionise aerosol cans recycling in the United Kingdom. Their primary focus is accelerating recycling rates...
PepsiCo anticipates falling short of sustainability goals
In its 2023 ESG summary overview, PepsiCo, the American multinational food, snack, and beverage corporation headquartered in Harrison, New York, revealed that it has projected to fall 2 per cent short of its ambitious target of designing 100 per cent of its packaging for recyclability,...
Alupro joins LARAC Wales Conference 2024 as the lead sponsor, highlighting aluminium recycling
Alupro, the aluminium packaging recycling organisation, has been named the newest sponsor of this year’s LARAC Wales Conference. Throughout the day, delegates will have the chance to explore Alupro’s award-winning consumer engagement campaigns. These include their school-age awareness programs,...
North America’s aluminium demand witnesses a 4.3% annual growth aligned with production surge
Aluminium demand in North America, stemming from the automotive, aerospace, construction, and packaging industries, is undergoing an upward movement, fuelled by a concerted move towards sustainability by manufacturers. The aluminium industry in North America is categorised by product type and...
New technology by TESEM Group promises to enhance the shine of PCR aluminium
TESEM, a leading global manufacturer of aluminium and plastic components catering to diverse sectors, including perfume and cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and spirits, has launched a new technology. The innovative technology, BRI&Va, is designed to enhance the shine of Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR)...
Aluminium cans & vinyl records adorn Paul Villinski's solo exhibition
Paul Villinski's solo exhibition "Flight Patterns" at Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park uses found objects such as aluminium cans, bottles, knives, and vinyl records to explore various interpretations of flight. Drawing from his background as a licensed pilot, Villinski frames the...
FCC Environment and Podback up their recycling game with separate bins for aluminium & plastic pods across HWRCs
FCC Environment and Podback are expanding aluminium and plastic coffee pod recycling services across England and Wales. This collaboration follows a pilot program that collected 14 tonnes of used pods within six months. Introduction of separate recycling bins The initiative will introduce dedicated...
New Zealand is set to house a new state-of-the-art, multimillion-dollar can manufacturing plant
Recorp Aluminium, New Zealand's most progressive can-manufacturing company founded and funded by the country's brightest beverage container specialists, is on the brink of launching its $100 million-plus facility into operation in South Auckland. The founder and chairman of the company, former Air...
John West tuna packaging shifts to recyclable aluminium strip solution
John West, a prominent name in the seafood industry, has introduced a groundbreaking initiative to enhance packaging sustainability. Partnering with Schubert Packaging Systems, CCL Label, and Touch Design, John West has implemented an aluminium strip solution known as Ecotwist in its ambient tuna...
The UK’s aluminium packaging recycling rate hit an impressive 68% in 2023: Tom Giddings, CEO, Alupro
AL Circle: Can you briefly overview Alupro's mission and objectives. How does Alupro contribute to promoting aluminium recycling in the UK? Tom Giddings: Our key objective is to act as the voice of the aluminium packaging value chain to ensure the views of private organisations are heard by the...
Metal Packaging Europe announces appointment of new vice presidents
Metal Packaging Europe (MPE) has announced the appointment of two new vice presidents following a successful AGM and Conference in Amsterdam. Members, suppliers, customers, and other value chain partners attended the event. Metal Packaging Europe gives Europe’s rigid metal packaging industry a...
KPS Capital Partners to sell sustainable packaging firm Eviosys to Sonoco in a multi-billion-euro deal
On June 24, 2024, KPS Capital Partners, LP announced an agreement for its portfolio firm, Eviosys, to be acquired by Sonoco Products Company, a leading global entity in sustainable packaging headquartered in Hartsville, South Carolina. The acquisition is valued at €3.615 billion (approximately $3.9...
