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Apr 17, 2020
COVID-19 is “leaving its mark” on the aluminium aerosol industry
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Mar 30, 2020
Easyfairs, the company behind major events including ADF&PCD and PLD Paris, is to make its venues available to authorities free of charge during the Covid-19 pandemic.
With exhibitions and events cancelled or postponed in many countries, Easyfairs' venues are sitting empty, including Flanders Expo (Ghent, Belgium), Antwerp Expo (Antwerp, Belgium), Namur Expo (Namur,... [Read More]
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Mar 27, 2020
Unilever, which owns brands such as Dove, Lynx, Sure and TRESemmé, will contribute €100 million to help the fight against Covid-19 (coronavirus) through donations of soap, sanitiser, bleach and food.
The organisation announced a set of measures on 24 March to support global and national efforts to tackle the pandemic. Its commitments include a product donation of... [Read More]
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Mar 24, 2020
The European Organisation for Packaging and the Environment (EUROPEN) has said its members are doing their best to maintain the necessary supply of food, hygiene products and medicines to citizens across Europe during the Covid-19 pandemic.
To ensure the continued flow of packaged goods, EUROPEN is urging the European Commission (EC) to recognise packaging and its raw... [Read More]
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Mar 23, 2020
In light of the recent outbreak of Covid-19 (coronavirus), the World Aerosols team is thinking of all those affected by the virus. We understand that along with the impact on health, the virus is also causing major issues for industries and businesses.
We want to update our readers and advertisers on the plans for World Aerosols distribution over the next few months.
Firstly,... [Read More]
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Mar 19, 2020
The Household and Commercial Products Association (HCPA) has decided to turn its mid-year meeting into a virtual webinar series, in light of the recent Covid-19 or coronavirus outbreak.
The event, which was due to take place from 21-24 April in Washington D.C. will now be online to ensure the safety of staff and attendees. Alexandra Hayes, director of communications... [Read More]
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Mar 17, 2020
Aerosols events worldwide are being postponed in light of the recent Covid-19 (or coronavirus) outbreak. While many events have been rescheduled for later in the year, others have yet to confirm a new date. The following events have been affected:
Vision 2020 - National Aerosols Association Summit, Nashville, Tennessee
Postponed - New dates TBC
"This conference... [Read More]
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Mar 11, 2020
Global production of aluminium aerosol cans fell in 2019 after years of stable growth, according to the International Organisation of Aluminium Aerosol Container Manufacturers (AEROBAL).
A ‘generally weaker’ global economy in 2019 was to blame for the drop in production, according to AEROBAL. Global production decreased from the previous year’s record level of... [Read More]
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Mar 9, 2020
Most UK consumers would switch to a different brand because it uses less packaging, according to a recent study by leading global paper and packing group, Mondi.
According to its survey of more than 2,000 people ages 16-75 across the UK (conducted by Ipsos MORI), southerners outside of London are the most likely to make the switch, with consumers from London, Scotland... [Read More]
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Feb 26, 2020
Revellers at a nightclub in Grimsby in the north of England received treatment following the discharge of a noxious aerosol spray.
Five people were affected by the spray when violence broke out at BarRacuda on Grant Street in the town at around 2am on 24 February. According to a report by Grimsby Live, forensic analysis of the noxious substance is being carried out... [Read More]
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Feb 26, 2020
Cosmoprof Bologna, which was due to take place in March, has been postponed due to the recent outbreak of Coronavirus.
BolognaFiere Cosmoprof SpA, the organiser of Cosmoprof, officially announced that the 2020 edition will now take place in June. Cosmopack and Cosmo Perfumery & Cosmetics will be held on 11-14 June, while Cosmo Hair & Nail & Beauty Salon... [Read More]
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Feb 19, 2020
Global aerosol dispensing firm LINDAL Group held a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the beginning of construction for its $25 million (€23.1 million) facility in Brazil. The project represents the company’s largest investment to date.
The ceremony, which took place on Tuesday 4 February, was attended by the Mayor of Jundiaí, Luiz Fernando Machado, and Lindal representatives... [Read More]
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Feb 18, 2020
Procter & Gamble (P&G) has signed a deal with UK-based recycling firm Viridor to source 200 million bottles’ worth of recycled plastic (high-density polyethylene) over the next five years.
Under the deal, P&G will receive recycled plastic feedstocks from Viridor to produce home cleaning product packaging. Plastic supplied under the deal will be from post-consumer... [Read More]
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Feb 18, 2020
The Household & commercial products association (HPCA) has reorganised its staff to better position the company to ‘address the changing landscape’ of the sector.
Dr. Steve Bennett, who has worked with the HCPA for 10 years, will now lead the Scientific Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, International Affairs and Strategic Alliances & Industry Relations departments... [Read More]
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Feb 17, 2020
Silgan Holdings, a leading supplier of rigid packaging for consumer goods products, has acquired aerosol overcap manufacturer Cobra Plastics.
Cobra Plastics manufacturers and sells injection moulded plastic closures for a range of consumer products, with a focus on the aerosol overcap market. Adam Greenlee, president of Silgan Holdings, said: “The acquisition of Cobra... [Read More]
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Feb 17, 2020
Tennis champion Serena Williams has signed a deal with Procter & Gamble’s brand Secret to support its gender equality work. As part of the partnership, Williams will appear in ads for Secret’s ‘All Strength No Sweat’ campaign, which is due to be released next month.
Secret creates antiperspirants and deodorants in both stick and aerosol format. According... [Read More]
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Feb 11, 2020
Mauser Packaging Solutions subsidiary BWAY Corporation’s aerosol can manufacturing facility in Cincinnati, US has been sold for $16.65 million (€15.25 million).
The fully occupied facility, which was owned by Leasco Management, was bought by a private buyer from Southern California. The multi-million-dollar deal was brokered by NAI Hiffman, with the property marketed... [Read More]
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Amcor plc and Berry Global Group, Inc. (Berry) have entered into a definitive merger agreement, pursuant to which Amcor and Berry will combine in an all-stock transaction
Nestle‘s Coffee mate brand is launching a new line of cold foam offerings
Proceeds from the financing will be utilised to refinance the company's existing credit facilities and fund additional working capital to finance its continued growth and capital expenditures
