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Mar 24, 2021
Reckitt Benckiser rebrands as Reckitt
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Mar 22, 2021
A new online tool set to ‘transform’ traditional packaging design processes has been launched by LINDAL Group.
The new 3D Aerosol Configurator is hosted exclusively on Lindal’s website where customers can gain access to a suite of ‘sophisticated’ editing and design tools to instantly and easily create 3D aerosol packaging.
The tool allows customers to select... [Read More]
Company News
Mar 15, 2021
Belvac, a firm specialising in can forming and decoration technologies for the two-piece can industry, part of Dover Corporation, has expanded its services by investing in a new pilot line.
Adding this fully functional, two-piece can pilot line strengthens Belvac’s capabilities and offerings to support increased global demand for beverage can-making equipment and support... [Read More]
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Mar 3, 2021
The Aluminium Packaging Recycling Organisation (Alupro) has unveiled its brand new website, designed to educate consumers about the infinitely recyclable benefits of aluminium packaging.
Working to fulfil the industry’s obligation to meet recycling targets, the site is an educational hub, featuring the latest data, how-to guides, blog posts, videos, fact sheets, and... [Read More]
Sustainability News
Feb 26, 2021
Tecnocap has published its first sustainability report to disclose its economic, social, environmental performance.
The metal packaging company, which operates in 100 countries and has around 1,000 employees, specialises in aluminium aerosol cans.
The sustainability report is prepared in following the sustainability reporting standards of the Global Report Initiative... [Read More]
Sustainability News
Feb 26, 2021
Trivium Packaging has partnered with a recycling firm in Argentina to increase the recollection and reuse of aluminium aerosol cans.
Through the partnership with Creando Conciencia, Trivium Argentina will become the first in Latin America to use post-consumer recycled (PCR) aluminium. The initiative is part of the company’s efforts to raise awareness and accelerate... [Read More]
Company News
Feb 24, 2021
Coesia has appointed Alessandro Parimbelli as its new CEO.
Based in Italy, Coesia is a group of industrial and packaging solutions companies operating globally, including R.A Jones, which specialises in aerosol machinery.
After holding senior positions at Jabil Circuit, Parimbelli, 52, an engineer, has held the role of executive vice-president and CEO of the enterprise... [Read More]
Company News
Feb 23, 2021
Ardagh Group has reported strong results for the fourth quarter of 2020.
The company reported that metal packaging shipments increased by 7% in Q4 and 5% for the year; speciality can volumes increased by 13% for the year. Its Q4 adjusted EBITDA increased by 5% to $281 million (€231 million), led by growth of 27% in metal beverage packaging.
Ardagh holds a 42% interest... [Read More]
Company News
Feb 18, 2021
Rabobank, one of the largest banks in the Netherlands, has become Airopack’s majority shareholder following an investment from the company’s growth agenda.
The investment allows Airopack to bring its sustainable packaging solutions to a wider global audience. With this transaction, Airopack has been able to further strengthen its balance sheet, providing a solid... [Read More]
Company News
Feb 17, 2021
Beiersdorf gained market share and increased investment in 2020, despite the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The organisation’s business performance was ‘significantly affected’ by the pandemic. Global lockdowns in key markets and travel restrictions had a considerable impact, particularly in the second quarter.
At €7.025 billion, Beiersdorf’s sales for... [Read More]
Company News
Feb 15, 2021
Aditya Mittal, currently president, CFO, and CEO of ArcelorMittal Europe, will become CEO of the company.
Lakshmi Mittal, who founded the firm in 1976 and is currently chairman and CEO, will become executive chairman. In this position, he will continue to lead the board of directors and work together with the CEO and management team.
“Despite the obvious challenges... [Read More]
Company News
Feb 12, 2021
NPB Automation and Canline Systems have decided to expand their presence in the US, making their knowledge and expertise more accessible for their key customers.
This strategic decision emphasises the significant role the US has in the global metal packaging industry. Companies in the sector can expect to strengthen their production needs through NPB and Canline’s... [Read More]
Company News
Feb 8, 2021
Ball Corporation has reported strong 2020 results, with full-year net earnings of $585 million (€486 million), or $1.76 (€1.46) per diluted share, on sales of $11.8 billion (€9.8 billion).
In 2019, the company reported $566 million (€470 million) net earnings or $1.66 (€1.38) per diluted share, on sales of $11.5 billion (€9.55 billion). Ball’s full-year... [Read More]
Company News
Feb 5, 2021
ADF&PCD and PLD Paris is to bring a series of digital events to the packaging industry in March.
The organiser’s ‘Digital Days’ will combine speakers from the world’s leading aerosol, beauty, and premium drinks brand owners with insight into the latest innovation strategies, as well as new products that are defining the future of packaging in the three sectors.
Each... [Read More]
Company News
Feb 4, 2021
Unilever has reported strong full-year results for 2020, demonstrating its ‘resilience’ and ‘agility’ during the pandemic, with results boosted by hygiene products.
For the full year, Unilever grew underlying sales by 1.9%, with volumes growing 1.6% and 0.3% from price. In Q4, underlying sales growth was 3.5%, with volumes of 3.3% and 0.2% from price.
Growth... [Read More]
Company News
Feb 3, 2021
Stan Platek, vice-president and general manager of Ball’s aerosol packaging business, will retire on 15 March after more than 24 years in the aluminium aerosol and slug industry.
Ball Corporation announced James W Billings, vice-president, commercial for Ball’s Beverage Packaging, North and Central America business since 2015, will succeed Platek.
“Stan has... [Read More]
Company News
Feb 1, 2021
CCL Industries, a major packaging solutions company, has appointed two new directors.
Linda A Cash and Dr Susana Suarez-Gonzalez have been appointed to the board of directors and Mandy J Shapansky, chair of the firm’s corporate social responsibility committee and member of the audit committee, has retired.
Cash has spent 36 years as a senior executive with extensive... [Read More]
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