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ITC cans duties on tin-mill steel from China: Industry reacts
The U.S. International Trade Commission on Tuesday found that tin mill steel products from Canada, China, Germany and South Korea used to make food cans did not cause material injury to a U.S. steelmaker petitioning for the duties. The final vote from the USITC means duties imposed by the Commerce Department will be reversed. “As…
Mixed results from Crown as it reports Q4 earnings
Crown Holdings have reported a decrease in net sales for the fourth quarter, primarily due to lower material costs and reduced volumes in most businesses, despite higher beverage can volumes in the Americas and favourable foreign currency translation. The company’s income from operations saw an increase, benefiting from higher beverage can volumes in the Americas…
Pet food canning facility to open in New Zealand
Global pet food brands starved of opportunities to manufacture in New Zealand will soon have access to a new state-of-the-art canning facility. Built by an experienced team of pet food entrepreneurs, the ultra-modern Canterbury factory will each year make 30 million cans of high-value cat and dog food, adding significantly to an industry generating over…
Irish government confident on DRS despite confusion from consumers
Following the launch of the new Deposit Return Scheme in the Republic of Ireland, new research from recycling not-for-profit, Every Can Counts, has revealed that nearly a third (29%) of those in Ireland aren’t confident about how to use the scheme. The refundable deposit is available on drink containers featuring the Re-turn logo, with a…
Britvic and AMP team up on limited edition H!ghend cans
Ardagh Metal Packaging-Europe has collaborated with Britvic Soft Drinks on the launch of the innovative H!GHEND design for their new Tango Mango cans. The can, featuring a unique combination of the Tango brand and Ardagh’s H!GHEND technology, is set to captivate consumers with its eye-catching design and packaging. Britvic Soft Drinks, renowned for its commitment to…
Alupro sponsors Letsrecycle Communications Conference
Alupro has been announced as the latest sponsor of this year’s Letsrecycle Communications Conference. Taking place at the Hallam Centre in London (7 February), the event will bring together local authority waste management professionals from across the UK to celebrate progress and share best practice. Exploring the latest communication strategies and technologies, the conference will…
North Coast Brewing Company releases first eve 19.2 ounce cans
North Coast Brewing Company has released its first-ever 19.2 beer cans. When a 12 or 16 ounce isn’t enough, consumers have another choice. Scrimshaw and Old Rasputin are now available in 19.2-ounce cans. NCBC will also continue to offer these beers on draft and in bottles. “Our brew team continues the tradition of making quality craft…
PPG announces two executive appointments
PPG have announced two executive appointments. Irene Tasi, currently senior vice president and chief growth officer (CGO), will become senior vice president, industrial coatings. In addition, Alisha Bellezza, currently vice president, automotive coatings, will become senior vice president, automotive coatings. Both appointments are effective March 1, 2024. Irene Tasi, currently PPG senior vice president and…
Alcoa to supply Nexans with low-carbon aluminium
Alcoa will supply global cable producer Nexans with aluminium produced from a revolutionary process that eliminates all direct greenhouse gas emissions from the traditional smelting process. Nexans will be the world’s first cable manufacturer to use metal from the breakthrough ELYSIS process, which replaces all greenhouse gas emissions with oxygen. The technology uses proprietary materials,…
Gigantic Brewing debuts 16oz Cans
When Gigantic Brewing opened in 2012, they were one of the first breweries to recognize the evolution of the craft beer consumers desire to find something new to drink at all times. They were among the first to abandon the then standard format of 3-6 core year-round beers and 3-4 rotating seasonals, and launch with…
