Steel for Packaging

Protecting today, Preserving tomorrow.

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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 PACKAGING ACHIEVES HIGHEST RECYCLING RATE ON RECORD
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...
Joint industry statement calls for ban on state-run PROs in upcoming New Circular Economy Act
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...
Steve Claus to join the 3rd Green Packaging Innovation summit in Frankfurt this 20-21st May.
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...

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

Latest events

3rd Europe Green Packaging Innovation Summit 2025
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...
13th International Tinplate Conference 2025
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...

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