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

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...
Steel for Packaging Europe reiterates support for the upcoming Green Claims Directive
11 Feb 2025

Steel for Packaging Europe reiterates support for the upcoming Green Claims Directive

The Green Claims Directive initiative, expected to be adopted in 2025, seeks to safeguard consumers against misleading claims, while also fostering fair competition and promoting genuine advancements...
Steel for Packaging Europe  appoints new president.
15 Jan 2025

Steel for Packaging Europe appoints new president.

Steel for Packaging Europe has appointed Richard Lézé, chief marketing officer of ArcelorMittal Packaging Europe, as the Association’s new president. Richard Lézé was elected unanimously...

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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80.5% 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

Packaging Waste and Sustainability Forum 26-27th March in Brussels
26.03.2025 - 27.03.2025

Packaging Waste and Sustainability Forum 26-27th March in Brussels

This year is the event's 32nd edition and Steel for Packaging Europe is delighted to be associated for the 10th consecutive year! Steve Claus, Secretary General, will join a distinguished panel for t...
International Environment Forum 2025 in Bucharest
09.04.2025 - 10.04.2025

International Environment Forum 2025 in Bucharest

Steve Claus, Secretary General of Steel for Packaging Europe, will join a distinguished line-up of speakers to address the challenges and opportunities brought by the new European Packaging and Packa...

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