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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 soaps and sanitiser of at…
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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 materials as essential…
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Colep has announced the passing of a "much-loved and valued" member of its team. After a short natural illness, José Delgado, who had spent 25 years working with the company, passed away on 22 March.
In his role as commercial director in Colep's packaging division, José Delgado was "an incredibly respected professional, widely known in the can making industry, not only for his passion,…
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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, please note…
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US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) administrator Andrew Wheeler has hosted a series of conference calls with household and consumer product organisations to accelerate the availability of disinfectant products.
Wheeler spoke with members of the Household & Consumer Products Association (HCPA) and the Consumer Brands Association (CBA) to discuss the agency's "expanded and expedited"…
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Henkel has set further packaging targets for 2025 to promote a circular economy, including making 100% of its packaging recyclable or reusable. The company will also reduce fossil-based virgin plastics by 50% in its consumer goods packaging.
The firm has already taken steps to foster a circular economy by further increasing the share of recycled plastic in its packaging. Some of Henkel's…
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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 and program development at…
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Tecnocap, a global metal packaging producer based in Italy, has signed a joint venture with Oricon Enterprise, an India-based producer of metal and plastic packaging.
According to the agreement, the two partner companies have set up a new business called Tecnocap Oriental Pvt, based in Mumbai, of which Tecnocap owns 75% of the share capital through the acquisition of the Oricon's metal lug…
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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 has been postponed due to…
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Household and commercial product manufacturers are working to prevent the spread of Covid-19, says the Household & Commercial Products Association (HCPA).
According to a statement by HCPA CEO Steve Caldeira, companies that manufacture disinfectant products are working hard to keep up with demand. He said: "The Environmental Protection Agency recently released a list of disinfectants for…
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A total of 116,670 tonnes of aluminium packaging were collected for recycling in the UK last year.
The latest figures released by the Environment Agency (EA) on 12 March show a 17% increase in aluminium recycling compared to 2018 figures, surpassing UK Government targets by more than 8,400 tonnes.
Aluminium packaging, including aerosols, collected through kerbside, bring and on-the-go…
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US-based Ball Corporation has agreed to acquire an aluminium aerosol packaging business with a plant near Sao Paolo, Brazil.
Ball Corp entered into a purchase agreement to buy Tubex Industria E Comercio de Embalagens Ltda on 12 March, along with associated contracts and other related assets for $80 million (€71.8 million).
The facility, which employs around 300 people, includes eight…
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Aerosol manufacturing company Coster has reimagined the humble actuator to create a unique, eye-catching, personalised design for customers
Aerosol manufacturing firm Coster has found a new way of creating the aerosol actuator, where personalisation takes centre-stage. Coster set out to give its clients the freedom to choose the aesthetic effect of the actuator, without the need to invest in…
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The Association of European Producers of Steel for Packaging (APEAL) has welcomed the European Union (EU) Circular Economy Action Plan (CEAP) 2.0, published on 11 March.
The CEAP put forward presents measures to: make sustainable products the norm in the EU, ensuring they are designed to last longer, be easier to reuse, repair and recycle; empower consumers to help them make more sustainable…
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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 more than six billion cans…
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Henkel, the major chemical and consumer goods firm behind brands including Schwarzkopf, Right Guard and Syoss, has announced ambitious new sustainability targets.
In its 29th Sustainability Report, Henkel outlined its performance and progress in all areas of sustainability and also presented its strategic framework for the future. By 2030, Henkel aims to become three times more efficient in…
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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 and Wales following…
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Ewa Kubis-Jarzec, head of research and development at Jago Pro, discusses developments in aerosol tanning products, make-up and sustainability goals
Since 1993, Polish aerosol company Jago Pro has developed an impressive range of products and solutions. In addition to providing simple aerosol products such as deodorants, hairspray and air fresheners, the firm has implemented new technologies…
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