Steel for Packaging

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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.

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Steel for Packaging Europe marks 40 years anniversary!
12 Jan 2026

Steel for Packaging Europe marks 40 years anniversary!

Steel for Packaging Europe (SfPE) has announced a programme of activities to mark the Association’s 40th anniversary. Central to this will be the publication of a new recycling status report, examin...
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We are hiring!
23 Dec 2025

We are hiring!

We are looking for a Public Affairs & Sustainability Officer, to support the association’s advocacy and technical work on packaging legislation. The position is based at our offices in Brussels,...
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Steel for Packaging Europe releases its Circular Economy Act position paper
07 Nov 2025

Steel for Packaging Europe releases its Circular Economy Act position paper

SfPE has released its position paper the Circular Economy Act (CEA). The European Commission’s new CEA aims to accelerate Europe’s transition to circularity and  is expected for Q3 2026 With...
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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.

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Recycling champion

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

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Magnetic separation

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

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Reducing food waste

Steel packaging contributes to reducing
food waste and spoilage.

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No extra additives

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

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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,
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Over 200 steel recycling plants in Europe

 

Steel Packaging is Forever

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Paris Packaging Week 2026
05.02.2026 - 06.02.2026

Paris Packaging Week 2026

Steve Claus, Secretary General of Steel for Packaging Europe, is delighted to be speaking at the Global Aerosol & Dispensing Summit at ADF this coming 5-6th February, during Paris Packaging We...
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