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
25 Jul 2025
Steve Claus to speak at forthcoming Sustainability in Packaging Europe 21-23rd October
Steve Claus is delighted to be joining the forthcoming Sustainability in Packaging Europe conference 10th anniversary event taking place next 21-23rd October in Barcelona, and expected to gather over...
05 Jun 2025
STEEL PACKAGING ACHIEVES HIGHEST RECYCLING RATE ON RECORD
Steel for Packaging Europe has confirmed the highest ever EU recycling rate for steel packaging, bringing the steel packaging sector even closer to fully closing the material loop.
Independently ve...
19 May 2025
Joint industry statement calls for ban on state-run PROs in upcoming New Circular Economy Act
Steel for Packaging Europe has endorsed the joint industry statement from over 50 industry associations, concerned over the efficiency of state-run Producer Responsibility Organisations (PROs).
Aim...
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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82% 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
10.09.2025 - 12.09.2025
13th International Tinplate Conference 2025
We are delighted to be joining the forthcoming 13th International Tinplate Conference, taking place on 10–12 September 2025 in London, UK.
Secretary General, Steve Claus, will be closing Day 1 wi...
21.10.2025 - 23.10.2025
Sustainability in Packaging Europe 2025
Steel for Packaging Europe is delighted to be joining the forthcoming Sustainability in Packaging conference 10th anniversary event next 21-23rd October in Barcelona, and expected to gather over 650...