Insights.
News and Press Release
A Balanced EU Steel Measure Must Protect Downstream Industries and Consumers
The proposed EU steel trade measure, intended to strengthen Europe’s steel sector, could have significant consequences for downstream industries. Fast revision of the scope after adoption is urgentl...
News and Press Release
Aluminium beverage can recycling reaches a new record
76.3% of Aluminium Beverage Cans Recycled as Industry Drives Toward 100% Circularity by 2050
The latest report by Metal Packaging Europe (MPE) and European Aluminium (EA) shows that the overa...
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New steel safeguard: A blow to Europe’s industrial competitiveness
Joint Statement by European Steel Using Industries
Our associations are concerned about the negative effects on Europe’s downstream manufacturing industries that can be expected from the European...
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A Permanent Solution for Circularity in Europe: LCA Highlights Metal Packaging’s Long-Term Progress
The story of metal packaging in Europe is one of consistent, measurable progress. The latest Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) reinforces this positive trend. It is the most comprehensive LCA conducted for...
Packaged in Metal.
Metal packaging, made from aluminium or steel, is used throughout the retail, wholesale, commercial and industrial sectors. It comes in many shapes and sizes and can package virtually any product.
Aerosols
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Beverage cans & bottles
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Closures & Crown Corks
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Drums
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Food Cans
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General Line
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Speciality
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In Focus.
MPE Conference & AGM 2026
Competitiveness takes centre stage 🏆🎯! With sustainability highlighted in 2024 and innovation in 2025, the 2026 MPE event will focus on competitiveness and the future of Europe’s metal packaging industry.
LCA Results Highlight Metal Packaging’s Long-Term Progress
The story of metal packaging in Europe is one of consistent, measurable progress.
Metal is considered the most circular packaging material!
Discover our series of resources on circularity in packaging to learn why.
A Balanced EU Steel Measure Must Protect Downstream Industries and Consumers
The proposed EU steel trade measure, intended to strengthen Europe’s steel sector, could have significant consequences for downstream industries.
Stay in The Loop!
Discover the latest edition of the European Beverage Can Magazine, exploring the creative potential, versatility and superior circularity of the aluminium beverage can.
Key Data.
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Average energy saving compared to primary production when using recycled steel or aluminium.
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Steel for Packaging EU recycling rate.
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Aluminium Beverage Cans EU recycling rate.
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The majority of all aluminium and steel ever produced is still in circulation today.
Recycles Mark.
As consumers are becoming increasingly concerned about the impact of packaging on the environment, Metal Packaging Europe encourages the licensed use of the Recycles Mark.