News
01 Jun 2026
Steel for Packaging Europe reinforces its team
We are delighted to announce that Anna Dubowik joins SfPE as Sustainability & Public Affairs Manager from 1 June 2026.
Anna brings over a decade of experience in EU policy with focus on decarboni...
22 May 2026
Our new film highlights steel circularity in action
Steel for Packaging Europe's new film shows the extraordinary journey of a steel can back into a new steel product. Filmed in Belgium, where 98% of all steel packaging put on the market is recycled, w...
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...
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...
