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
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...
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Asahi’s self-foaming draft beer in aluminium cans marks its debut in Singapore
Japan-based Asahi Super Dry brewery has unleashed its self-foaming draft beer in cans upon the shores of Singapore. These avant-garde aluminium cans crafted by Asahi boast a distinctive feature that allows beer enthusiasts to tear off the entire top, aiming to replicate the immersive experience of...
Constellium Muscle Shoals falls under scrutiny: Fined $75,000 for harmful environmental practices
Constellium Muscle Shoals, a prominent player in the aluminium industry, has reached a settlement with the Alabama Department of Environmental Management, agreeing to pay a $75,000 civil fine. The settlement addresses alleged violations related to inspections and record-keeping at its facility in...
Sip in style: Top 10 special edition aluminium cans launched in 2023
The aluminium industry and its unique approaches to commemorate those special occasions have always grabbed the utmost attention. Especially in the aluminium cans sector, which recently showcased many special edition launches featuring unique technologies. These vessels, once mere containers, have...
Sustainable circle of hope: Ball's strategic introduction of aluminum cups in populated public areas
Ball Corporation, a USA-based global leader in aluminium packaging, has expanded its business by producing aluminium cups since 2019. Ball aluminium cups are meant to be sturdy and are a better alternative to plastic cups used in public places or gatherings. Ball's USP lies in the total...
Vulcanmex joins AL Biz: Elevating the aluminium packaging landscape
Vulcanmex, based in Istanbul, Türkiye, stands out as a distinguished exporter specialising in cutting-edge machinery for the aluminium industry. The company presides over a team of experienced technical professionals committed to delivering reliable and efficient services in alignment with both...
Sipping sustainably: Basalt Distillery launches aluminium refillable bottles
Basalt Distillery, a forerunner in the gin sector, has announced the release of its unique eco-refills, marking a key milestone in the company's continued dedication to sustainability. These beautiful aluminium bottles, created to go with its distinctive glass bottle inspired by the Giant's...
Unwrapping brilliance in this December to remember: The ultimate aluminium-based holiday gift guide
The holiday season is upon us, and it's time to dazzle your loved ones with gifts that go beyond the ordinary. This year, consider the timeless elegance and modern versatility of aluminium-based gifts. From sleek home decor to cutting-edge gadgets, aluminium offers a perfect blend of style and...
Cervejaria Masterpiece achieves dual ASI Certification for its beverage cans manufacturing plant in Niterói
Cervejaria Masterpiece has been certified against the ASI Performance Standard V3 with Provisional status and Chain of Custody V2 by the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI). The firm has a microbrewery that makes various speciality beers packed in aluminium cans and marketed locally and...
Ball releases updated report called "50 States of Recycling" to ascertain higher recycling rates
Eunomia Research & Consulting and Ball Corporation have recently launched an updated version of their "50 States of Recycling" report. This report is a unique and comprehensive assessment of common packaging materials in every state of the United States. It evaluates the generation, recycling, and...
CleanPak, the new partner for Alupro-led UK Aerosol Recycling Initiative
CleanPak, the leader of the aerosol recycling industry, has joined the UK Aerosol Recycling Initiative. The campaign, spearheaded by Alupro, the aluminium packaging recycling company, was established to boost awareness of and increase aerosol recycling in the UK. CleanPak, a division of Clean Eco...
AI and Robotics boosts aluminium recovery
Reclaimers and reprocessors face a huge challenge sourcing and verifying bales of recycled commodities from sorting facilities, collection centres, and brokers. This challenge will only intensify as demand for recycled content soars from brands and consumers. ESG goals set by FMCG companies,...
Ball joins Los Angeles Rams and SoFi Stadium to promote recycling drives through school students
The Los Angeles Rams, in collaboration with SoFi Stadium and Ball Corporation, organised an event to celebrate National Recycling Day. Over 250 students from Century Park Elementary School in Inglewood, CA, were invited to participate in the event, which aimed to promote recycling and reduce waste....
End user weekly recap: Biffa partners with Volvo Trucks for the first electric skip loader rollout
Biffa, a trash management firm in the United Kingdom, is scheduled to install its first electric skip loader on the Isle of Wight, including a new Volvo electric 18-tonne 42. Biffa has adopted the electric skip loader into its fleet, which consists of 104 new Volvo Trucks trucks, as part of a...
UK’s aluminium packaging collection for recycling achieves 92% of annual target in 9 months
Recent data on the NPWD by the Environment Agency (EA) showed aluminium packaging recycling in the United Kingdom maintained its rising spree in Q3 2023, ended September 30. During the three-month period (July-September), aluminium packaging collection for recycling stood at 48,135 tonnes, up by 21...
Kaiser Aluminium files patent on recycled aluminium alloy sheet with enhanced tensile properties
Kaiser Aluminum has submitted a patent application for an aluminium alloy sheet that incorporates no less than 50% recycled material in its composition. The patent application (Publication Number: US20230257853A1) was filed recently, describing an aluminium alloy sheet comprising recycled and...
Vinca debuts new line of Italian wines in AMP’s aluminium cans
Vinca, a UK-based producer of canned wines, has introduced a new line of organic Italian wines in 187ml aluminium cans made by Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP). The wine is made from organic grapes farmed on Sicily's west coast. Vinca's wines have won several honours in the UK, have been listed on...
Top five aluminium rolling companies in the world
As per the reports, the global aluminium flat-rolled products market is expected to increase between 2023 and 2030. It is projected to reach a readjusted size of USD 159,230 million by 2028, with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 4.8 per cent throughout the evaluation period. Based on AL...
Cleancult debuts in the aluminium market with its newly launched ready-to-use bottles
Innovative cleaning products company Cleancult, a staunch supporter of sustainability, was recently nominated for the Inc. 2023's Best in Business list in the Sustainability category. Founded by Ryan Lupberger, the New York-based company launched its first-ever ready-to-use aluminium bottles in...
