The Metal Pack Pod – Details, episodes & analysis

Recently our MD Alex Fordham appeared in the IMDPA's new podcast, 'Two cans and a string'. The episode dives into the evolution of industry coverage, the growing importance of engaging with different media consumption behaviours and how to best reach audiences. 

From the challenges of staying unbiased in a tight-knit industry to the opportunities that come with digital publishing, this conversation uncovers what’s really happening behind the headlines. Whether you're a supplier, decorator, or brand manager, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to better understand how media can shape, elevate, and even disrupt the world of metal packaging.

Grab your headphones and join host Samuel Courtney for an insightful discussion on the power of press, purpose-driven content, and why every can—and every company—has a story worth telling.

With thanks to
www.metaldecorators.org

In this podcast episode, Jason Galley, Director and Chief Executive, of MPMA UK, delve into the current state of the UK metal packaging industry, focusing on significant challenges and changes such as Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), deposit return schemes,and tariffs. We discuss the industry's resilience, the complexities of packaging reforms, and the necessity for effective communication and collaboration with government bodies to ensure sustainability. 

The conversation also touches on broader themes of sustainability, consumer behaviour, and the economic implications of current policies, highlighting the importance of raising awareness and advocating for the benefits of metal packaging.

In today’s episode we welcome 3 of Sherwin Williams’ senior management team to discuss some of the pressing issues in the can coatings space, including recent EU draft regulation on bisphenols in food contact and how Sherwin’s valPure V70 non-BPA epoxy – non-BPA technology is preparing the industry for this legislation.    

During the episode we speak with:
Donald Le, the Global Household Products Marketing Director
Michael Sawayda is the Global Beverage Marketing Director for the Sherwin-Williams Packaging Coatings Division.  
Lynn Grega is the Vice President, Global Compliance and Technology Marketing at Sherwin-Williams.  

William Say & Co Ltd, the London canmaker, has recently invested over three quarters of a million pounds in its site, introducing new ultramodern technology as part of an extensive refurbishment of the factory’s essential equipment, some dating back to the early 1900s.

Stuart Wilkinson, Sales and Marketing Director at William Say & Co, outlines to Alex Fordham the heritage of William Say as the only can maker left in London, and how the company plans to keep the company looking ahead. 

Roeslein & Associates has recently announced a significant expansion of its operational services for the can manufacturing industry. 

The Metal Packager speaks to JC Harrison, Partner and Vice President of Systems and Operational Services and Robb Williams, Director of Operational Services, to find out the company's hollistic approach to can success and what the new expansion means for the industry. 

A new report from environmental consulting firm ICF and the Aluminum Association, Pathways to Decarbonization: A North American Aluminum Roadmap, highlights potential strategies to dramatically reduce carbon emissions in the North American (United States and Canada) aluminum industry by mid-century.

Charles Johnson, president & CEO of the Aluminum Association, outlines this pathway to The Metal Packager, and how the metal packaging industry can also play its part. 

Joining us is Mark Smyth, author of research company Smithers’ new report on the future of the metal packaging and coatings. In the podcast, Mark explains the findings of Smithers’ recent report into the 'Future of Metal Packaging and Coatings to 2029'. 

A friend of the show, having been a guest previously, we discuss the latest findings from the report and examine the key variables involved.

We also examine the recent downturn in the market, the causes of this and whether the industry is still on track for growth. 

Mark also summarises whether he is still optimistic for the furutre health of the industry. 

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Today we welcome Damien Pollock, head of product and application at Koenig and Bauer Metal Print. During this mini-podcast episode, we look ahead to the rest of 2024 and what the industry can look forward to in terms of new innovations from Koenig and Bauer.

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Now, on to today's show.