
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...
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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CANPACK collaborated with Royal Swinkels to introduce the latest 2025 8.6 Tattoo Limited Edition can design. The launch continues a long-running tradition of turning the 8.6 Original 50cl beverage can into a canvas for bold artistic expression. The project brings together the distinctive spirit of...

Dr Mandy Glew serves as President of Beverage Packaging EMEA and Asia at Ball Corporation. She holds a wealth of experience with over two decades of expertise in commercial operations, sales, marketing, and manufacturing within the FMCG industry. AL Circle: Ball Corporation has just celebrated the...

In conversation with Göksal Güngör, the newly elected Chair of the Roller Group at the European Aluminium Foil Association (EAFA), wherein the industry veteran outlines a clear roadmap for the Association’s next phase. Güngör, who also serves as General Manager of Assan Alüminyum , emphasises...

Trivium Packaging is all set to celebrate yet another milestone in the company’s climate strategy following a formal approval from the Science Based Targets initiative ( SBTi) for its net-zero emissions target. The validation confirms that Trivium’s long-term plans to cut greenhouse gas emissions...

Rafael Aun Ming, Founder and Chairman of Açaí Motion Group, is a visionary entrepreneur scaling an authentic Brazilian functional beverage brand across 60+ countries. A strong advocate of sustainability, ethical sourcing and the circular economy, he pioneered the use of ASI-certified aluminium cans...

AL INVEST Břidličná has achieved ASI Performance Standard V3.1 (2023) for the development and production of rolled semi-finished products from aluminium and its alloys, production of cast plates and development and production of aluminium foil and flexible packaging materials at their production...

With aluminium packaging waste set to soar over the festive period, Alupro is calling on households to think carefully about how they dispose of their rubbish and ensure recyclable materials are placed in the correct bin. Recent data from DEFRA suggests that around 175 million mince pies are...

December 10, 2025: Ball Corporation (NYSE: BALL) announced that it has entered into definitive agreements to acquire a majority stake in Benepack's beverage can manufacturing businesses in Europe consisting of its two production facilities in Belgium and Hungary. Benepack is a regional producer of...

Martin Hyde, sustainability and public affairs manager at Alupro, will soon embark on a 12-month secondment with DEFRA. The move will see him temporarily take up the role of Industry Liaison for the pending Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) for drinks containers. Beginning in January, Hyde will...

Avneet Singh, Founder & CEO of Medusa Beverages, has rapidly scaled the brand since 2018 through strategic innovation, portfolio expansion, and strong distribution growth. His leadership blends sharp market understanding with a focus on product freshness, brand identity and sustainable long-term...

MORAVIA CANS a.s. has achieved ASI Performance Standard V3.1 (2023) for the production of cans at their facility located in Bojkovice, Czechia. Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) today announced that MORAVIA CANS a.s. has been certified against the ASI Performance Standard V3.1 (2023). The...

The European Aluminium Foil Association (EAFA) is joining hands with Flexible Packaging Europe (FPE) to set up a European alliance aimed at one particular objective. This objective is to boost the recycling efficiency for small aluminium packaging, like coffee capsules. With this partnership and...

East Coast Canning is preparing to roll out a new resealable aluminium can format in Australia and New Zealand after signing a partnership with Swedish packaging innovator Meadow. The deal will see the Australian company act as the regional gateway for the company’s MEADOW KAPSUL system, taking the...

Giorgio Di Betta, the Commercial Director of Eural Gnutti’s Bars Division, leads the company’s global alloy strategy with deep expertise in extrusion standards and industry governance. Serving key roles across European Aluminium committees, he drives standardisation, quality excellence and the...

According to a report released by Aluminium Cans Market Share Analysis, a rapid shift in consumer behaviour, strong regulatory momentum, and new manufacturing technologies have brought a transformative change in the aluminium can industry. These trends are reshaping how cans are produced and used...

RUSAL, a global leader in aluminium production, has advanced to the second phase in the production of a batch of rolling slabs with a record-low carbon footprint. The figure came to less than 3t CO2/t of aluminium (Full Scope), which is the company’s lowest ever recorded within its ongoing...

Smol is revamping its home care range, shifting from familiar recycled plastics to a sturdy and durable recycled aluminium. The company has rolled out 500 ml aluminium bottles across several of its key products, such as washing liquid, stain gel, fabric conditioner, multipurpose spray and bathroom...

Ardagh Group, a global supplier of packaging solution, has turned in a solid set of numbers for the third quarter of 2025 ended September 30, riding on resilient demand for packaging across Europe and the Americas. Here metal packaging was star of the show overlooking glass that let Ardagh saw an...