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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,...
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...
14 Oct 2025
Join our “Packaging legislation – Challenges and opportunities for metal packaging” session at Sustainable Packaging Summit 2025
The Metal packaging industry will host a full panel debate 14:00 – 15.00 on Tuesday 11th November at the forthcoming Sustainable Packaging Summit, at the Jaarbeurs Event & Exhibition...
08 Oct 2025
A welcome proposal from the European Commission to safeguard EU steel
Steel for Packaging Europe welcomes the European Commission’s decision to propose tariffs of 50 per cent on steel imports exceeding new quotas aligned with pre-overcapacity levels.
This decis...
23 Sep 2025
Steel for Packaging Europe is thrilled to support the first-ever APA Awards, coming to Brussels 28th January 2026!
This new initiative is designed to recognise and celebrate the invaluable work of Accredited Parliamentary Assistants (APA), whose expertise and dedication underpin the daily work of the European Parl...
02 Sep 2025
Steel for Packaging Europe to speak at 13th International Tinplate conference in London
The 13th International Tinplate Conference will take place 9th - 10th September 2025 in London, UK.
Taking place every 4 years, the event brings together industry leaders, innovators and expert...
25 Jul 2025
Steve Claus to speak at forthcoming Sustainability in Packaging Europe 21-23rd October
Steve Claus is delighted to be joining the forthcoming Sustainability in Packaging Europe conference 10th anniversary event taking place next 21-23rd October in Barcelona, and expected to gather over...
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...
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...
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...
13 Dec 2024
The Permanent Materials Alliance issues its priorities for the 2024-2029 EU legislative cycle
The Permanent Material Alliance  has reaffirmed its ambition for a Circular Economy by publishing its key priorities for the 2024-2029 EU legislative cycle:
Shift the EU policy from its waste fo...
09 Dec 2024
Circular Economy Act: what should the priorities be?
Last 5th November, Steel for Packaging Europe and The Parliament Magazine organised a debate, hosted by MEP @Tsiodras at the European Parliament on the priorities for the upcoming EU Circular Economy...
16 Sep 2024
Steel for Packaging Europe shares EU Vision Paper
A more circular, resource-efficient economy is a top EU policy priority. Steel for Packaging Europe strongly supports the renewed circular economy ambition by the EU, and the announcement of the new C...
26 Jun 2024
Steel for Packaging Europe confirms new recycling record
Steel for Packaging Europe, formerly known as APEAL, has confirmed a new record recycling rate for steel packaging, following the harmonised method for calculating packaging recycling rates within the...
17 Jun 2024
Steel for Packaging Europe is the new identity of APEAL
Steel for Packaging Europe has announced its transformation from APEAL (The Association of European Producers of Steel for Packaging) marking a significant milestone in the organisation's journey....
24 Apr 2024
APEAL applauds the formal approval for enhanced recyclability measures in the PPWR
APEAL, the Association of European Producers of Steel for Packaging, has welcomed the stricter recyclability measures endorsed by the formal adoption of the Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation...
19 Apr 2024
European steel for packaging manufacturing remains assured during transition to chrome free passivation alternative
APEAL, the Association of European Producers of Steel for Packaging, is pleased to confirm its members have all successfully completed the REACH Authorisation process for the use of chromium trioxide...
19 Mar 2024
Apeal welcomes the European Parliament Envi Committee’s backing for recyclability measures
Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation trilogue discussions have concluded, the latest text has been approved by the European Parliament's Environment (ENVI) Committee, and the formal adoption proce...
15 Mar 2024
Apeal to join Packaging Waste & Sustainability Forum 19-21 March in Brussels
This year is the event's 31st edition and APEAL is delighted to be associated for the 9th consecutive year!
As part of Wednesday 20th March's 16.05 session on "Monitoring, enforcement and reporting...
11 Mar 2024
Apeal welcomes Metka Cavka Luciani as Head of EU Affairs
APEAL, the Association of European Producers of Steel for Packaging, announces the appointment of Metka Cavka Luciani as its new Head of EU Affairs, effective March 11th.
Bringing 15 years of profe...
08 Feb 2024
APEAL to speak at the 2nd Sustainable Packaging Forum 5-6 March in Munich
Steve Claus, Secretary General of APEAL, will be joining an exciting line up of speakers at the forthcoming Sustainable Packaging Forum 5-6th March in Munich.
The event will cover a wealth of impor...
05 Feb 2024
APEAL to partner with Packaging Worx in Amsterdam 4-5 March
APEAL is delighted to join the forthcoming GBR community Packaging WorX member's meeting 4-5th March in Amsterdam, focused on redefining the entire packaging lifestyle for a circular and sustainable f...
