Ensuring continued metal packaging manufacturing during
COVID-19 pandemic
Metal Packaging Europe (MPE), the association bringing together European producers of rigid metal packaging (including food and beverage cans, aerosols, pails, closures) calls on the European Commission and Member States to recognise the metal packaging sector as essential in ensuring the uninterrupted flow of critical goods. Read more
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98 BILLION UNITS produced every year
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Our goal is to make metal the preferred choice for consumer and industrial packaging.
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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.
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Metal packaging
Metal packaging, made from aluminium or steel, is used throughout the retail, wholesale, commercial and industrial sectors. Some 98bn units are produced every year for the beverage, food, health & beauty, household and industrial markets.
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Benefits
Metal packaging is designed to meet modern lifestyles. It comes in many shapes and sizes and can package virtually any product, offering a smart and unique packaging solution.
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Sustainability
Made from permanent materials, metal packaging can be recycled again and again without loss of quality, making it available today and for future generations. It is the perfect example of a circular economy at work.
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Expertise
Metal Packaging Europe members work within dedicated groups on communications, food contact, environmental matters, and market specific projects.
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