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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Health-Ade’s Kombucha tea makes fresh appearance in aluminium cans
Health-Ade has reportedly lent a new packaging to its high-quality fermented Kombucha tea by embracing aluminium cans. To promote the flagship drink in new packaging, the Los Angeles-based brewing firm has entered into a two-season partnership with the L.A. Dodgers baseball team. Kombucha tea in...
Sustainability weekly recap: The Body Shop expands sustainability range with new lipstick in refillable aluminium case; Beverage brands urge new First Minister to prioritize Scotland’s DRS
Sustainability is the most important aspect of a greener and cleaner environment. The global aluminium industry is taking every possible step towards a more sustainable atmosphere. Many companies, from liquor brands to cosmetic ranges, are moving towards aluminium for their unique attributes. To...
Downstream aluminium weekly recap: IAI kicks off Aluminium Forward 2030 with aluminium industry giants; Samuel Abu Jinapor highlights Ghana's huge potential in downstream aluminium
The downstream aluminium sector has witnessed sensitive yet structured growth this week. International Aluminium Institute (IAI) launched the Aluminium Forward 2030 with some of the most prominent players in the aluminium sector, including Jaguar, Land Rover, cable manufacturers Nexans, aluminium...
Taking a closer look at the recent developments in the Aluminium FRP segment
Worldwide aluminium FRP usage is estimated at 24.1 million tonnes in 2022 and is expected to grow at about 2.4 per cent to reach 24.7 million tonnes by 2023. AlCircle's latest industry-focused report, 'Global Aluminium Industry Outlook 2023 ', reveals that China accounted for about 33 per cent,...
Aluminium bottles from Trivium Packaging, the ultimate choice for BEG Destilaria
Founded in 2015, BEG Destilaria Boutique, the luxury spirits company known for its famous artisanal gin, chose aluminium as its packaging material for refill bottles. The refill bottle is nine times lighter than glass, which means less fossil fuel per volume transported. BEG makes all its products...
Dove body wash in reusable aluminium bottles and HDPE packaging
Sustainability is one of the most important and prime aspects of the industry. Top brands like Dove launched the Dove Body Wash in recyclable aluminium packaging and high-density polyethylene (HDPE) packaging to address environmental concerns. The package includes a pump container made of aluminium...
PPG Industries appoints Rodolfo Ramirez as General Manager of Packaging Coatings segment
USA-based paints and coatings brand PPG Industries has chosen Rodolfo Ramirez as the General Manager of its Global Packaging Coatings business. He will replace the former manager Amy Ericson and take office on April 1. Ramirez previously held the post of the global coatings services general manager...
English craft beer brand prints ‘not for sale in Scotland’ on aluminium cans
Three Blind Mice, an English craft brewer, has been tagging its flagship beverage cans with ‘not for sale in Scotland’ to deal with the deposit return scheme (DRS) in Scotland.The company blatantly devised this particular solution to avoid being fined under the Scotland DRS. The DRS , which was...
Eaux de parfum refills from O.U.i in recyclable aluminium bottles
Original Unique Individuel (O.U.i), the luxury Brazilian fragrance brand, offers refills for their eaux de parfum in recyclable aluminium bottles. The decision to shift to aluminium was taken to reduce the weight of the packaging being transported. One of the seven brands held by Grupo Boticário, a...
Spice samples wrapped in recyclable aluminium pods for home chefs on the go
Burlap & Barrel, in collaboration with Occo Spices, have developed a compact and creative travel-friendly sample kit called the Spice Passport, consisting of different spices from all over the world in a convenient, portable booklet-style box for home chefs on the move. The spice samples are...
AG Barr CEO claims Scotland’s DRS to be a “burden” under the “law”
The CEO of AG Barr PLC, Roger White, has assessed that Scotland’s DRS is a “burden” that will drain “multiple millions” from the company but has no other way out than following the law. Mr White talked about his company that produces one of the UK’s most famous beverages, the Irn-Bru and the soft...
The Body Shop expands sustainability range with new lipstick in refillable aluminium case
Internationally acclaimed brand based in the United Kingdom, The Body Shop has expanded its sustainable refill drive to incorporate a brand-new flagship product, the Peptalk Lipstick. The Body Shop’s Peptalk Lipstick comes enclosed in a refillable case made of 100% recyclable aluminium. Before...
Aluxury’s Nebula Waterless Oil Diffuser sports black aluminium finished body
UK-based luxury home aroma brand, Aluxury has announced the launch of its brand-new Nebula Waterless Oil Diffuser sporting a black aluminium finish outside. The addition of aluminium elevates the look of the diffuser and makes it compatible with the modernist interior layouts of the time. The...
Coca-Cola plans to revamp the packaging of Sprite aluminium cans
To make it simpler for customers to distinguish between Sprite Original and Sprite Zero Sugar, Coca-Cola announced that it is planning to revamp the packaging of their 330ml aluminium cans , multipack cans, 500ml and 2ltr PET bottles, as well as 330ml glass bottles. Additionally, to receive new...
NEA’s aluminium cans return scheme to help increase recycling rate in Singapore
The beverage container return program, launched by the Singapore-based National Environment Agency (NEA), is expected to start on April 1, 2025. With this scheme, the organisation intends to raise Singapore's recycling rate, lower the quantity of garbage disposed of, and lower carbon emissions. The...
IAI launches Aluminium Forward 2030 with aluminium industry leaders
On March 27, the International Aluminium Institute (IAI) announced the initiation of Aluminium Forward 2030, a conglomeration between IAI's 25 production members and 20 downstream customer brands who have devoted all their expertise to modernising the aluminium industry. The goal of Aluminium...
Danone imports aluminium packaging materials from Asia as cost in Europe rises
France's Danone is sourcing more aluminium and whey from regions of Asia, a move that experts warned might reduce prices but potentially annoy European suppliers. The dairy behemoth has mostly relied on Europe for its raw ingredients. It produces Activia yoghurt, Aptamil baby formula, and Evian...
AMP to carry out social initiative in Alagoinhas to promote aluminium recycling
Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP), the international supplier of sustainable and recyclable aluminium and glass packaging solutions for brand owners worldwide, will make a social effort to improve the working conditions and income of about 30 collectors in the city of Alagoinhas. The initiative will be...
