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
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...
12 May 2025
Steve Claus to join the 3rd Green Packaging Innovation summit in Frankfurt this 20-21st May.
Steve Claus, will join the panel "How will the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation Impact Companies?" alongside Jan-Marc Bäumler, Director, Kantar (moderating), Karolina Seitz, Sustainability...
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
Latest events
20.05.2025 - 21.05.2025
3rd Europe Green Packaging Innovation Summit 2025
The 3rd Europe Green Packaging Innovation Summit, will be held in Frankfurt on 20-21 May 2025.
With the new EU Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation PPWR, companies must prepare for significan...
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...