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Aluminium Associations in the US, Europe, Canada and Japan Urge G7 governments to take steps to deliver free, fair and open trade
The aluminium associations of the United States, Europe, Canada and Japan call on G7 governments to provide leadership in support of ambitious multilateral and plurilateral negotiations to discipline trade distorting government support and state ownership in industrial sectors. There is clear and compelling evidence today that existing multilateral subsidy rules are inadequate to remedy the scale and scope of state intervention in…
European tube industry feels the pinch of rising raw material prices
The recent increases in raw material prices and shortages in plastic materials have put the European flexible tubes industry under pressure according to the European Tube Manufactures Association (ETMA). Prices for aluminium and plastics have gone through the roof over the last 12 months (April 2020 – April 2021) by around 60 percent for aluminium…
Mead Johnson, HKTVmall and WGO launch can recycling programme
Mead Johnson Nutrition Hong Kong, a Reckitt Benckiser brand, has partnered with Hong Kong Television Network (HKTVmall) and the World Green Organisation (WGO) to launch a formula can recycling programme in Hong Kong. The ‘We CAN Protect the Future’ initiative, which was launched last month, aims to encourage recycling among citizens and calls for parents…
Funding from Henkel and CannedWater4Kids delivers safe water in Kenya
As in many countries across the globe, the impact of COVID-19 in Kenya has been devastating. Hand washing and social distancing were the primary ways for people to prevent the spread of COVID-19 infection and yet many communities lacked the wells needed for safe water vital for drinking and hand washing. A timely contribution by…
BrewDog to sell bottling line for £2 million arguing ‘cans are better for the planet’
BrewDog is selling its glass bottling line as part of plans to reduce its carbon footprint and reach net-zero. The company has listed its Krones 46,000 BPH Glass Bottling Line on Ebay for £2m. It was built in 2017 and the new owner will have to pay the fees for removing and collecting the item. So…
Rate of beverage can demand to continue for ten years
Novelis has today reported net income attributable to its common shareholder of $176 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2021, and net income from continuing operations of $180 million, up 179 percent and 186 percent, respectively, versus the prior year. Net income attributable to its common shareholder was $236 million for the full fiscal year 2021, and net…
VIVE Hard Seltzer launches in Texas
VIVE Hard Seltzer has announced its long-anticipated launch into H-E-B markets. Ohio’s leading regionally crafted and produced hard seltzer will soon bring its first-of-its-kind Fruit Punch Hard Seltzer Variety Pack to Texas store shelves, taking another bold step into the adult beverage industry. With a commitment to quality of ingredients, purity of flavour and authenticity,…
Carlsberg Smooth Draught Malaysia debuts a new look
Carlsberg Smooth Draught has unveiled a brand-new modernistic look in Malaysia to create an even smoother drinking experience. In Carlsberg’s continuous pursuit of better, consumers can now enjoy a refreshed look and feel with the same great taste in the Danish-inspired local brew. The debut of Carlsberg Smooth Draught’s new look is now complete across…
ALTANA acquires closure materials business from Henkel
ALTANA has acquired Henkel’s closure materials business. As a result, the specialty chemicals group is strengthening its range of PVC-free solutions for the packaging industry in particular. Within the ALTANA Group, the business will be integrated into the ACTEGA division and globally assigned to the Metal Packaging Solutions business line. “With the acquisition of Henkel’s closure…
Campbell Canada inspire Canadians to brighten their day with pop art
60 years since Andy Warhol first drew a Campbell’s soup can, Campbell Canada is paying tribute to the celebrated artist’s legendary love for the brand through the release of four limited edition soup cans reminiscent of Warhol’s iconic pop art. Taking inspiration from the late artist, the four distinct labels are available in the Campbell’s Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup and Tomato…
