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Crown appoints new EVP and COO for Asia Pacific and Transit Packaging
Crown Holdings has appointed Dr John M Rost as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer – Asia Pacific and Transit Packaging, effective 1 April 1 2026. Dr Rost, who currently serves as President of the Asia Pacific region and is based in Singapore, will relocate to Tampa, Florida in his new role. He will…
INX prepares for immediate price increases
Due to the uncertainty and magnitude of the current situation taking place in the Middle East, INX International Ink Co is alerting customers to the strong likelihood of price increases across all product lines. As a leading global manufacturer of inks and coatings, INX is utilising its supplier resource network to best serve its customers.…
Wales approves Deposit Return Scheme
Wales’ parliament, the Senedd, has approved new regulations to establish a Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) from October 2027, marking a further step towards a circular economy and tackling litter. A Deposit Return Scheme works by adding a small deposit to the price of drinks in eligible containers when they are bought. Members of the public…
Jack Knight joins Innosen as US Sales Agent
Well-known industry veteran Jack Knight has joined Innosen as its US Sales Agent, marking a strategic move to expand the company’s footprint in the North American market. Knight brings extensive experience in the metal packaging sector, with a track record of supporting customers across canmaking and related supply chains. In his new role, he will…
DataLase collaborates with Nordson ICS ahead of Metpack
Laser-reactive technologies specialist DataLase has announced a product collaboration with Nordson Industrial Coating Solutions (ICS), a provider of advanced precision technology systems, to accelerate the development and deployment of sustainable, spray-applied laser marking solutions for bottles and containers. The collaboration combines DataLase’s proprietary laser-reactive coatings with Nordson’s precision spray technology, enabling brands to replace traditional…
Sun Chemical to showcase “Metal Packaging Transformed” at Metpack
Under the theme “Metal Packaging Transformed”, Sun Chemical will present its latest innovations for metal packaging on Stand 3A39, Hall 3 at Metpack 2026 (5-8 May 2026 in Essen, Germany). Sun Chemical will demonstrate how its comprehensive portfolio of materials and services supports metal packaging manufacturers with solutions that balance brand evolution, efficiency, risk mitigation…
Henkel launches low-CO2 steel tinplate cans for adhesives
Henkel has introduced a new tinplate can packaging concept for its adhesive solutions in Europe, using CO2-reduced steel to significantly lower emissions while maintaining performance. Henkel has switched its tinplate cans in Europe to bluemint® steel as part of efforts to reduce the environmental footprint of its packaging portfolio. The move applies across several adhesive…
OEE appointed distributor for Pneumofore technology
OEE Container Technology has been appointed as a distributor for Pneumofore vacuum pumps and air compressors, marking a new partnership. The agreement will see OEE deliver Pneumofore’s rotary vane systems to the metal packaging industry and other industrial sectors, supporting manufacturers with high-performance, energy-efficient equipment designed for continuous operation and long service life. The solutions…
Molson Coors installs new heat pump system at Burton Brewery
Molson Coors Beverage Company is installing a state-of-the-art heat pump system at Burton Brewery, forming part of a major project which aims to modernise capabilities and improve energy efficiency at the brewer’s flagship UK site. Over £8.5 million of the project cost is supported by the government’s Industrial Energy Transformation Fund (IETF), contributing to a…
European aluminium foil industry reports moderate growth in 2025
According to the latest figures from the European Aluminium Foil Association (EAFA), the European aluminium foil industry recorded a moderate market recovery in 2025. Following the marked stabilisation seen in 2024, demand developed positively overall, although momentum weakened over the course of the year, and the fourth quarter in particular proved more subdued. Total deliveries…
