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Apr 22, 2020
New aerosol hand sanitiser launched by Starco Brands
Policy News
Apr 21, 2020
The British Aerosol Manufacturers' Association (BAMA) has received an urgent request from the UK Government to help evaluate whether and how to relax COVID-19 measures for businesses.
Feedback on measures such as social distancing and other restrictions is required by 10am on 22 April. All aerosol companies are welcome to submit feedback to BAMA, even if they are not... [Read More]
Company News
Apr 20, 2020
Procter & Gamble (P&G) has reported net sales of $17.2 billion (€15.8 billion) for its third-quarter fiscal year 2020, an increase of 5% year-on-year.
While there was less growth in beauty and personal care, sales in fabric and home care, and baby, feminine and family care categories saw a huge boost. In the health care division, sales increased by 9% year-on-year;... [Read More]
Other News
Apr 17, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic is "leaving its mark" on the aluminium aerosol industry, according to the International Organisation of Aluminium Aerosol Container Manufacturers (AEROBAL).
The organisation said the pandemic is leaving a "trail of destruction" in its wake in multiple branches of the industry across the globe. AEROBAL says government-imposed curfews and restrictions... [Read More]
Other News
Apr 17, 2020
Figures released by the British Aerosol Manufacturers' Association (BAMA) show 1.521 billion aerosol cans were filled in 2019.
The statistics reveal a small drop compared to the previous year's performance. Amid the uncertainty posed by Brexit and now the COVID-19 pandemic, these figures have been welcomed by the industry, according to BAMA, reflecting the sector's... [Read More]
Features
Apr 15, 2020
Toyo & Deutsche Aerosol introduces THE DUAL® mini, designed for personal care products
Germany-based Toyo & Deutsche Aerosol (T&DA) has introduced THE DUAL® mini, a slimmed-down version of its award-winning packaging used in the successful launch of Revlon’s Root EraseTM and JUSTPUSHTM hair colour in the US and Asia. Just like THE DUAL, the mini enables... [Read More]
Company News
Apr 7, 2020
Springfield Solutions, a digital packaging company serving multiple markets, including aerosols, has revealed it is supporting frontline organisations during the COVID-19 crisis.
The company's brand management and digital print departments are prioritising packaging and labels that are being used by frontline organisations during the pandemic, including:
Supplying... [Read More]
Company News
Apr 7, 2020
Consumer product dispensing and active packaging solutions firm Aptar is seeking US FDA Emergency Use Authorisation (EUA) for a product that easily disinfects N95 filtering facepiece respirators (N95 masks).
The N95 masks are "desperately needed" by healthcare personnel due to the shortage of disposable masks during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Aptar. The company's... [Read More]
Features
Apr 6, 2020
Digital packaging decoration: specifically developed technology or adaptation of an existing one?
We live in a dynamic world where constant change is the norm. This reality requires continuous technological innovations to enable it. In many aspects of our lives, digital solutions answer this growing need, replacing lengthy, cumbersome processes with agile, quicker... [Read More]
Product News
Mar 31, 2020
Sora Cosmetics, part of a group of Turkish companies including Sora Machine and Bebak, has developed a disinfectant aerosol spray to use on skin and surfaces.
The Bebak disinfectant spray was designed to protect against viruses, in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. According to Sora Cosmetics, the product does not irritate the skin and can be used on all surface types.
The... [Read More]
Other News
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]
Company News
Mar 30, 2020
Beiersdorf, which specialises in personal care products, including aerosols, has announced a €50 million international funding programme to support communities in the fight against Covid-19.
The organisation's funding will be used to aid crisis management, particularly in the epicentres of the virus, as well as region's with weak public health systems. The company... [Read More]
Features
Mar 27, 2020
Precise Packaging explains how consumer demand for CBD oil is driving a new generation of aerosol personal care products
There’s a shift among today’s consumers to view the products they use as a lifestyle or health choice, so broader wellness trends are increasingly making their way into the personal care aisles. To meet these consumer expectations, cannabidiol,... [Read More]
Other News
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]
Other News
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]