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Vessel reveals infinitely recyclable aluminium bottles
In a bid to combat the environmental impact caused by the rapid growth of the bottled water industry, local entrepreneurs Giovanni Testini and Jason Haggar launched Vessel, Australia’s first 750ml infinitely recyclable aluminium water bottle. The aluminium bottled water comes in two versions: Vessel Still (alkaline) and Vessel Sparkling. The aluminium bottles are infinitely recyclable,…
Iberdrola invests in LatemAluminium
Iberdrola has become one of the main shareholders of LatemAluminium a national and international benchmark in the supply of recycled aluminium alloys. Iberdrola also becomes an energy partner of LatemAluminium, aiming to decarbonise all green aluminium production processes with renewable electricity and green hydrogen. With a 20% stake, it will accompany Latem in a pioneering large-scale aluminium…
Monster to acquire Bang Energy
A notice of auction for the sale of Bang Energy owner, Vital Pharmaceuticals (VPX Sports), has been cancelled, with US-based Monster Beverage set to complete the acquisition. A court document filed on 28 June said that Monster subsidiary, Blast Asset Acquisition, was the successful bidder for VPX Sports’ assets, which had been due to go up for auction today (30…
ALFED relocates UK headquarters
ALFED, the Aluminium Federation, has relocated its corporate headquarters to the Bragborough Hall Business Centre in Northamptonshire. With state-of-the-art facilities surrounded by picturesque views and excellent transport links, the location is the perfect base for ALFED’s growing team. Demonstrating its commitment to the future, the new site offers breakout areas to host member training sessions…
Baofeng holds commissioning ceremony for new factory
On May 31, Baofeng Group Hubei Company held a ceremony of commissioning and donation.The commissioning of Hubei factory is an important layout in the development strategy of Baofeng Group. It marks that Baofeng Group, an enterprise that has been cultivating the market for ten years, is standing on a new starting point of development, and…
FEMM Founder passes away
Mr Emilio Ganapini, one of the FEMM founders has passed away at the age of 77, after a long illness. He played a vital role driven FEMM development and success over the years. FEMM was founded back in December 1977 – an organisation that has become an integral part of the metal packaging community. Through…
INX to discuss industry can developments at Latamcan
New developments that are impacting the metal decorating industry, and what can be done about them now and in the future will be addressed by two INX executives at the upcoming Latamcan Conference. The foremost Latin America conference for the canmaking industry is being held July 12-14 at the Hilton Reforma hotel in Mexico City.…
Blake Lively launches gourmet sparkling canned cocktails
The makers of Betty Buzz, the sparkling beverage brand, have announced the launch of Betty Booze, a new line of gourmet low-alcohol, sparkling cocktails. Founder Blake Lively said, “These are the recipes I’ve been making for loved ones for years. But I have 4 kids now. And I’m tired. So here they are in a can.…
Novelis aluminium recycling plant awarded £4.6million government contract
An aluminium recycling and rolling plant in Cheshire, UK has been awarded £4.6million by the government. The new multimillion-pound government contract was awarded to Novelis’ Latchford plant, which is off Thelwall Lane. Among other things, Novelis purchases used aluminium drinks cans – the company liaises with local authorities to advise on how best to dispose…
Welcome to July!
We’re firmly entering the summer months now filled with outdoor festivals and holidays to far flung places. We’re currently in Rock, Cornwall – home of Sharps Brewery and everywhere we turn we’re seeing canned cocktails, new and exciting beers as well as these fantastic aluminum cups made by Envirocup, a company who say they are…