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AkzoNobel to explore new frontiers in sustainability with coatingAI partnership
Revolutionary software co-developed by AkzoNobel’s Powder Coatings business and coatingAI is using artificial intelligence to help customers improve the application process and reduce their carbon footprint. The industry-first technology, called Flightpath, optimizes equipment settings to reduce defects and overspray and improve powder consumption – helping to reduce costs, avoid rework and save time and energy.…
Industry leaders set ambitious 100% recycling target
A near 100 per cent recycling target by 2050 for the world’s aluminium drinks cans has been set by industry leaders at COP 28. Aluminium producers, recyclers, rolling mills, can makers and industry associations have set the target having stressed the need for enhanced recycling to support the IEAs Net Zero 2050 goal. Currently more…
Rio Tinto and Giampaolo Group complete aluminium recycling transaction
Rio Tinto and Giampaolo Group have completed a transaction to form the Matalco joint venture, combining the strengths of North America’s largest primary and secondary aluminium producers to meet the growing demand from manufacturers for low carbon materials. Following the receipt of all regulatory approvals, Rio Tinto has acquired a 50% equity stake in the…
Guy Fieri and Two Roads launch alcoholic beverage brand
Guy Fieri is bringing his fervour for flavour and signature spikey hair to the adult beverage game with the launch of Flavortown Spiked, a new line of premium, flavoured malt beverages. The line’s debut recipe, Flavortown Spiked Fruit Punch, is a next-level boozy refresher that delivers a liquid symphony of fruit sensations and bold, out-of-this-world taste.…
Consumer Brands Association sounds alarm on ‘harmful’ tarriffs proposal
The Consumer Brands Association has spearheaded a coalition of 28 leading domestic manufacturers, food retailers and agricultural stakeholders concerned that proposed tariffs on tin mill steel imports are not only unwarranted but could imperil U.S. manufacturing jobs and raise consumer prices. In a letter to the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) and the U.S. Department of…
United Kingdom’s aluminium can market Europe’s second leading hub
The United Kingdom stands as a prominent player in the European Aluminum Cans Market, boasting over US$ 2.6 billion in canned food retail sales. With a staggering 9.7 billion beverage cans shipped annually, the country showcases a robust market driven by a 99.4% household penetration in the canned food category. A noteworthy shift towards sustainable packaging, particularly aluminium cans,…
Candy Can award success at Innovation Awards
The 21st World Beverage Innovation Awards were held at BrauBeviale in Nuremburg this week, celebrating the best innovations in the beverage industry. This year, Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP) is proud to win the Best Metal Design category for its Candy Can featuring H!GHEND technology, which creates bright graphics on the can end, taking eye-popping visibility to the…
2023’s BEST canned beverage Advent calendars
Among the many traditions that have sprung up to accompany the Advent season over the years (the Christmas tree, wreaths etc), one of the simplest and most popular is the Advent calendar. Instead of strictly following the four-week Advent period, which can start anywhere from November 27 to December 3, an Advent calendar typically begins…
Bush’s Beans releases a limited-edition talking can opener
As football season heats up with championship games just around the corner, football fans may need an extra boost of encouragement (as well as fibre and plant-based protein) to cheer their team on to victory at their next tailgate. With the help of Peyton Manning – Bush’s Beans ambassador, football superstar and TV personality – Bush’s…
Welcome to December!
Among the many traditions that have sprung up to accompany the Advent season over the years (the Christmas tree, wreaths etc), one of the simplest and most popular is the Advent calendar. Instead of strictly following the four-week Advent period, which can start anywhere from November 27 to December 3, an Advent calendar typically begins…