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Apr 1, 2022
TUBEX acquires Hungarian packaging firm Matrametal
Company News
Apr 1, 2022
Ernest Haynes has been appointed as president of Sonoco Metal Packaging, formed through Sonoco’s acquisition of Ball Metalpack in January.
In his new role, Haynes will lead Sonoco’s newly acquired Metal Packaging business, reporting directly to Howard Coker, Sonoco’s president and CEO. Haynes will replace Jim Peterson who will be transitioning from the business... [Read More]
Features
Mar 31, 2022
Peter Watmough, technical manager at the British Aerosol Manufacturers' Association, speaks exclusively to World Aerosols.
Where were you educated, and what was your first job?
I did my A-Levels in Grimsby, UK, and then went on to do a part-time degree in Hull. I specialised in Biochemistry and Ecology.
My first job was helping in the traffic census that eventually... [Read More]
Company News
Mar 31, 2022
Knowlton Development Corporation (kdc/one) has acquired aerosol and liquid specialist, Aerofil Technology (Aerofil), and received a significant investment from global investment firm KKR.
Headquartered in Quebec, kdc/one is a global innovation and solutions provider to many of the world’s leading brands in the beauty, personal care, and home care categories. With... [Read More]
Product News
Mar 31, 2022
Unilever US is voluntarily recalling two Suave 24-Hour Protection Aerosol Antiperspirants after detecting ‘slightly elevated levels’ of benzene in some samples.
While benzene is not an active ingredient in any of the recalled products, an internal review showed that unexpected levels of benzene came from the propellant.
The Suave 24-Hour Protection Aerosol Antiperspirant... [Read More]
Sustainability News
Mar 29, 2022
Alupro has unveiled its Aluminium Manifesto, calling for fundamental change in the UK’s approach to packaging and waste management.
The manifesto was launched at an exclusive virtual roundtable on 23 March, with speeches from Neil Parish MP, chair of the EFRA committee, and Ruth Jones, MP, Shadow Minister (EFA). The event brought together leading parliamentary groups... [Read More]
Features
Mar 29, 2022
Gary Okey, executive vice-president of Recycle Aerosol, explains the challenges facing widespread aerosol recycling in the US.
Aerosol recycling is not a new topic for the aerosol industry. In the past decade it has moved steadily from ‘one of many’ important challenges to face our industry to the most important one, according to many. This stems from an increasing... [Read More]
Company News
Mar 29, 2022
L’Oreal Canada has welcomed two new members to its management committee.
Solenne Lafeytaud, vice president and chief corporate affairs and engagement officer, and Marie-Evelyne Francois, chief diversity equity and inclusion officer, have joined the committee. These two pillars, corporate affairs and engagement and diversity, equity and inclusion, are strategic in... [Read More]
Product News
Mar 29, 2022
Aerosol dispensing manufacturer LINDAL Group has invested in a state-of-the-art computed tomography (CT) system – the first of its kind to be used in a manufacturing setting in France.
Based at the company’s Global Innovation Centre in Briey, the new CT scanning machine uses imaging techniques to produce an accurate 3D representation of a scanned project, viewable... [Read More]
Company News
Mar 24, 2022
Pumps and valves supplier Majesty Packaging Systems has built a new facility in Brazil as part of its global expansion strategy.
Majesty, headquartered in China, specialises in the research and development, design, manufacturing and distribution of packaging for daily chemical products and medical supplies, including aerosol valves, dispensing pumps, mist sprayers,... [Read More]
Company News
Mar 24, 2022
Steve Brass, who has served as WD-40’s president and chief operating officer (COO) since 2019, will become the company’s new CEO, effective 1 September.
WD-40’s current CEO, Garry Ridge, will retire from the company on 31 August as part of a planned leadership transition.
Brass previously held the role of division president, Americas, and chief brand officer... [Read More]
Features
Mar 21, 2022
A closer look at FAVARON’s unique journey in Italy and its search for a US partner.
What do a pair of ‘sgàlmare’ and some spray actuators have in common? To answer this question, it is important to know, firstly, what sgàlmare are: a pair of shoes with a leather upper section and a thick and studded wooden sole, very common in northeast Italy in the 18th and... [Read More]
Features
Mar 16, 2022
Without participation from aerosol manufacturers, the HCPA Aerosol Pressurized Products Survey cannot share important data to support industry growth.
On 13 January, World Aerosols attended a webinar by the Household & Commercial Products Association (HCPA) addressing a concerning lack of responses to the annual Aerosol Pressurized Products Survey.
Every year,... [Read More]
Product News
Mar 16, 2022
Secret has launched a new Weightless Dry Spray collection in the US, featuring antiperspirant and aluminium-free deodorant options.
The fast-acting, instantly dry-feel antiperspirant provides 48-hour sweat and odour protection. The aluminium-free deodorant provides 24-hour odour protection and both are made with ‘freshness-on-demand’ technology.
Secret’s scientists... [Read More]
Company News
Mar 15, 2022
Precision Valve Corporation, a global manufacturer of aerosol valves, actuators and other dispensing solutions, has appointed Harald Biederbick as its new CEO.
Biederbick joins Precision with 15 years of experience in the packaging industry and succeeds Mario Barbero, who has stepped down having served as CEO since 2016.
Most recently, Biederbick served as group... [Read More]
Company News
Mar 9, 2022
Unilever has suspended all imports and exports of its products in Russia and stopped business operations in Ukraine.
The consumer goods giant will not invest any further capital into Russia or profit from its presence in the country, CEO Alan Jope announced. Unilever will continue to supply its everyday essential food and hygiene products made in Russia to people in... [Read More]
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