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about Steel for Packaging Europe

Steel for Packaging Europe, the Association of European Producers of steel for packaging, formerly known as APEAL, unites the 5 major producers of steel for packaging in Europe.

Latest news

Steel for Packaging Europe reiterates support for the upcoming Green Claims Directive
11 Feb 2025

Steel for Packaging Europe reiterates support for the upcoming Green Claims Directive

The Green Claims Directive initiative, expected to be adopted in 2025, seeks to safeguard consumers against misleading claims, while also fostering fair competition and promoting genuine advancements...
Steel for Packaging Europe  appoints new president.
15 Jan 2025

Steel for Packaging Europe appoints new president.

Steel for Packaging Europe has appointed Richard Lézé, chief marketing officer of ArcelorMittal Packaging Europe, as the Association’s new president. Richard Lézé was elected unanimously...
The Permanent Materials Alliance issues its priorities for the 2024-2029 EU legislative cycle
13 Dec 2024

The Permanent Materials Alliance issues its priorities for the 2024-2029 EU legislative cycle

The Permanent Material Alliance  has reaffirmed its ambition for a Circular Economy by publishing its key priorities for the 2024-2029 EU legislative cycle: Shift the EU policy from its waste fo...

Why steel for packaging?

For a more circular economy. Helping brands and retailers achieve their sustainability objectives
and offering consumers clarity and confidence in an eco-friendly packaging choice.

Recycling champion

Europe has been recycling steel for a long time,
so infrastructure is well established and highly efficient.

Magnetic separation

Unique magnetic properties mean that steel is easy
to recover from any waste stream by using a magnet.

Reducing food waste

Steel packaging contributes to reducing
food waste and spoilage.

No extra additives

Food packaged in steel has equivalent vitamin content to freshly prepared,
without needing additives or preserving agents.

Steel Packaging in Europe

Strong, formable and long lasting

Strong, formable and long lasting, steel offers a safe packaging solution that protects food and other products for up to 5 years.

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80.5% of steel packaging is recycled in Europe

 

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Using recycled steel saves 70% energy

 

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Steel is 100% recyclable,
forever

 

Over 200 steel recycling plants in Europe

 

Steel Packaging is Forever

Latest events

Can Tech the Grand Tour 2025 in Brussels
31.03.2025 - 02.04.2025

Can Tech the Grand Tour 2025 in Brussels

Richard Lézé, newly appointed President of Steel for Packaging Europe,, will deliver a keynote presentation at the forthcoming CanTech The Grand Tour event taking place 31st March to 2nd April i...
Packaging Waste and Sustainability Forum 26-27th March in Brussels
26.03.2025 - 27.03.2025

Packaging Waste and Sustainability Forum 26-27th March in Brussels

This year is the event's 32nd edition and Steel for Packaging Europe is delighted to be associated for the 10th consecutive year! Steve Claus, Secretary General, will join a distinguished panel for t...

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