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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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12 May 2026

Steel packaging recycling rate reaches record high

Steel for Packaging Europe (SfPE) has confirmed that steel packaging has once again achieved a new record EU recycling rate. The latest figures, calculated using the EU’s harmonised methodology whic...

22 Apr 2026

“Steel Ahead: Packaging for a circular future” 2026 recycling report

Steel for Packaging Europe (SfPE) has presented its 2026 recycling report, ‘Steel Ahead: Packaging for a circular future’ at the Shaping Europe’s Circular Future event in Brussels, hosted by SfP...

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...

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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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

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21.04.2026

Shaping Europe’s Circular Future

Steel for Packaging Europe (SfPE) is delighted to be marking 40 years of commitment to steel as a truly circular packaging solution, with the "Shaping Europe's Circular Future" event in Brussels. Coi...

07.05.2026

Interpack 2026 Düsseldorf

Steel for Packaging Europe (SfPE) will use its presence at Interpack 2026 to announce the 2024 recycling rates for steel packaging. Visitors to the Interpack trade show, taking place in Düsseldorf f...

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Full name	Alexander Mohr
Current position	President IFRA (International Fragrance Association)
The reason for nomination	Alexander led the association for 5 years, contributed to increasing understanding of the concept of permanent materials and implemented first digital and social media initiatives.
What is the greatest myth about steel packaging that the industry needs to debunk?	Steel is sometimes perceived as a basic and modest packaging material. However, steel packaging is more than that. Steel packaging is a highly sophisticated and modern material. It a permanent material -endlessly recyclable, which makes is the perfect material for the future.

Steel for Packaging

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 Packaging in Europe

Strong, formable and long lasting

82% of steel packaging is recycled in Europe

Using recycled steel saves 70% energy

Steel is 100% recyclable,forever

Over 200 steel recycling plants in Europe

Steel Packaging is Forever

Latest events

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