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Mar 24, 2020
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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]
Household News
Mar 23, 2020
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... [Read More]
Sustainability News
Mar 23, 2020
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.... [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]
Company News
Mar 18, 2020
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... [Read More]
Other News
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]
Cleaning News
Mar 17, 2020
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... [Read More]
Sustainability News
Mar 13, 2020
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,... [Read More]
Company News
Mar 12, 2020
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... [Read More]
Features
Mar 11, 2020
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... [Read More]
Policy News
Mar 11, 2020
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... [Read More]
Other News
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]
Sustainability News
Mar 10, 2020
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... [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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