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Our latest issue of Steel for Packaging Update is out

In this issue find out the latest from Brussels, discover our new member and learn more about what’s changing in the way we all report recycling rates.  Enjoy the read here... Read more

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APEAL will join the Aerosol & Dispensing Forum 29-30th January in Paris

Just like the aerosol format itself, steel is versatile, easy to use and well suited to a vast array of applications from personal care to industrial use. In Europe’s largest market, the UK, more than 608m steel aerosols were filled last year. Empty aerosols are...... Read more

APEAL to join the Sustainability in Packaging conference in Barcelona, 12-14th November

APEAL is delighted to support the Sustainability in Packaging in Barcelona for the 3rd year running. Visit the APEAL  booth to understand how steel packaging can be a brand’s most effective marketing asset, whilst also helping improve environmental performance through high, real recycling rates. We’re also looking...... Read more

APEAL to speak at NVC’s Design for Intended Use initiative 23rd October at CibusTec Parma

APEAL will be supporting the Netherlands Packaging Centre’s conference entitled Design for Intended Use (DIU) in food packaging on Wednesday 23rd October (14.30 – 17.00) at the forthcoming CibusTec (22-25th October in Parma),  When it comes to food packaging, and in line with the United...... Read more

APEAL welcomes new member LIBERTY LIEGE-DUDELANGE

APEAL, the Association of European Producers of Steel for Packaging, has welcomed a fifth member, uniting all of the European producers of steel for packaging, the association confirmed today, 16th October. The new member, Liberty Liège-Dudelange, which operates three production sites in two countries, is...... Read more

APEAL President to speak at BAMA Forum and Awards ceremony, 16th October in Leeds

Tony Waite, APEAL President, will join an interesting line up of speakers at the forthcoming British Aerosol Manufacturers’ Association Forum & Awards, this coming 16-17th October in Leeds. In Europe’s largest market, the UK, more than 608m steel aerosols were filled last year. Just like...... Read more

“Steel is the sustainable packaging choice for the 21st century” writes Alexis Van Maercke for The Parliament Magazine

“Today’s food or beverage can could be tomorrow’s electric car, wind turbine or even another item of packaging” writes APEAL secretary general in this piece for the 500th issue of the Parliament Magazine and the first issue for the newly elected MEP’s. Read the full...... Read more

APEAL is proud to partner NVC’s Design for Intended Use initiative at CibusTec Parma, 22-25th October

APEAL will be supporting the Netherlands Packaging Centre’s conference entitled Design for Intended Use (DIU) in food packaging at the forthcoming CibusTec (22-25th October in Parma), on Wednesday 23rd October (14.30 – 17.00) In food packaging, DIU is important for stimulating and supporting responsible consumption and...... Read more

RECORD RECYCLING MEANS STEEL PACKAGING HITS ITS OWN INDUSTRY TARGET IN EUROPE THREE YEARS EARLY

Recycling of steel packaging in Europe has hit an all-time high of 80.5%. This record rate, which represents data from 2017, confirms steel as Europe’s most recycled primary[1] packaging material. It also indicates the industry has met and even exceeded one of its key sustainability...... Read more