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Jun 2, 2025
New report questions aerosol sunscreens’ effectiveness and safety
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May 27, 2025
The European Tube Manufacturers Association (etma) has announced the election of Seifeldin Raslan Mohamed as its new Secretary General.
The appointment was made during the organisation’s General Assembly held in Nice on 21 May 2025.
Mohamed takes over from Gregor Spengler, who is stepping down after more than three decades of service. Spengler has held the role... [Read More]
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May 27, 2025
The German aluminium industry remains under substantial pressure as the first quarter of 2025 showed only marginal improvements in production volumes, with no signs yet of a full recovery.
According to data released by Aluminium Deutschland (AD), output has stabilised but at historically low levels.
AD President Rob van Gils issued a pointed call to the federal government,... [Read More]
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May 27, 2025
Paris Packaging Week has officially launched the third edition of its acclaimed Future Leaders programme, continuing its mission to spotlight the most dynamic and forward-thinking young professionals driving change in the global packaging industry.
Now in its third year, the Future Leaders initiative has established itself as a premier platform for emerging talent across... [Read More]
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May 19, 2025
Henkel, a global leader in adhesives, sealants and functional coatings, and Sasol, a global leader in Fischer-Tropsch technology, have announced a strategic partnership focused on reducing the environmental impact of hot melt adhesives.
Through the integration of Sasol’s newly developed SASOLWAX LC product range into Henkel’s TECHNOMELT® portfolio for the European,... [Read More]
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May 16, 2025
The British Aerosol Manufacturers’ Association (BAMA) has announced the appointment of Peter Tune as its new technical manager. Peter will begin the role on 30 June, initially working alongside Peter Watmough for a three-month period ahead of his retirement in October.
Joining BAMA from Unilever, where he holds the position of Global Aerosol Development Technologist,... [Read More]
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May 12, 2025
On this year's, World Health Day, the Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) launched the #WearSunscreen campaign, a US-wide effort urging the public to protect their skin with sunscreen use every day.
Slightly more than half of Americans say they use sunscreen during the summer, and the #WearSunscreen campaign aims to change that - by encouraging the use of sunscreen... [Read More]
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Apr 15, 2025
The British Aerosol Manufacturers’ Association (BAMA) has reported 2024 as a solid year for the UK aerosol dispensing filling sector with an increase of almost 2% over 2023, showing a return to growth following a few flat years.
This year, the trade association has also released personal care and household aerosol retail sales figures supplied by Kantar World Panel.
Personal... [Read More]
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Apr 7, 2025
EcoWaste Coalition - a campaign group advocating for a toxics-free and zero-waste society - has cautioned consumers in the Philippines from purchasing aerosol paints containing lead additives.
Such additives are in violation of the country's law.
The group's circulated its updated Public Notice on Lead-Containing Paints on World Consumer Rights Day (WCRD), on 15 March.
The... [Read More]
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Mar 26, 2025
In 2024, the production of aerosol dispensers in France increased by almost 10% (657.91 million units in 2023 vs. 723 million units in 2024).
This growth included the body care and 'other' segments.
The home care segment, on the other hand, is slightly down.
This progress in production shows the dynamism of the French industry in a market where consumers are attracted... [Read More]
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Feb 27, 2025
Deliveries by tube manufacturers organised in the european tube manufacturers association (etma) went down by 1.3 per cent to a total volume of roughly 11.5 billion units in 2024.
The most important end user markets developed differently. While deliveries to the dental care, food and household sector increased by about 9 per cent, 3 per cent and 10 per cent, demand from... [Read More]
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Feb 18, 2025
The member companies of AEROBAL, the International Organization of Aluminium Aerosol Can Manufacturers, reported worldwide deliveries of 6.75 billion units in 2024. Compared to the previous year, this represents a 4.2% increase.
This growth was recorded despite a challenging economic environment, and AEROBAL said it was driven by robust demand across all key market segments,... [Read More]
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Feb 12, 2025
After a challenging first half of 2024, members of the Tubes, Cans, and Impact Extruded Parts Division of Aluminium Deutschland reported a notable shift in the German market for aluminium tubes and aerosol cans in the second half of the year, as deliveries to Germany showed signs of recovery.
In contrast to the 10.3% decline in the first half of 2024 compared to the same... [Read More]
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Feb 4, 2025
The 11th International Aerosol Application & Metal Container Exhibition took place last November, and boasted more than 155 exhibitors and over 6,000 visitors.
The event saw global elites, cutting edge technologies and innovative products in the aerosol industry convene.
This built a broad stage for exhibitors to display their latest achievements and expand domestic... [Read More]
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Jan 30, 2025
The curtains fell on a vibrant Paris Packaging Week as Easyfairs unveiled the winners of the prestigious ADF Innovation Awards.
The announcement marked the culmination of the annual two-day event at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, dedicated to showcasing the best in packaging innovation from around the world.
A panel of industry experts, including representatives from... [Read More]
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Jan 20, 2025
A fire broke out at Vinsa Chemicals Private Limited's facility in Greater Noida, India, on the morning of 18 January.
No casualties were reported.
The company specialises in producing a diverse range of chemical products - including industrial aerosol sprays, silicone sprays, non-silicone sprays, specialty coatings, waterproofing solutions, industrial paints and specialty... [Read More]
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Jan 16, 2025
Steel for Packaging Europe has appointed Richard Lézé, chief marketing officer of ArcelorMittal Packaging Europe, as the Association’s new president.
Richard Lézé was elected unanimously by the General Assembly of Steel for Packaging Europe and succeeds Luc Brantjes of Tata Steel.
His role as the 14th President of Steel for Packaging Europe was effective from 1... [Read More]
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