Anhui Biopin IOT Group

In the spirit of unity and celebration, ANHUI BIOPIN IOT GROUP is pleased to announce its upcoming theme event, "Celebrating Mid-Autumn Festival, Embracing National Day, Delivering Culture to Projects." This event aims to bring together employees, partners, and project stakeholders to foster a sense of togetherness and cultural appreciation during the festive season. With the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day falling in close proximity, ANHUI BIOPIN IOT GROUP saw this as a unique opportunity to showcase its commitment to cultural heritage and national pride. The event will take place on September 28th at the company's headquarters, featuring various activities and programs designed to promote cultural exchange and unity. From captivating lion dance performances to engaging cultural workshops, attendees will have the chance to partake in traditional festivities and immerse themselves in the rich heritage of the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day. Additionally, cultural exhibitions will be set up to showcase the diverse traditions and customs that symbolize the essence of these two important celebrations. As part of ANHUI BIOPIN IOT GROUP's dedication to giving back to the community, the event will also encompass a philanthropic component. The company has planned a charity drive, where employees and partners can contribute towards meaningful projects aimed at supporting underprivileged communities and promoting education. "Through this event, we aim to celebrate our shared culture, deepen our connections, and make a positive impact beyond our organization," said Mr. Li，CEO of ANHUI BIOPIN IOT GROUP. "By delivering culture to our projects, we hope to inspire creativity, unity, and a greater appreciation for our heritage." ANHUI BIOPIN IOT GROUP invites all employees, partners, and stakeholders to join this special event and experience the joy of celebrating Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day together. The company emphasizes the importance of adhering to social distancing protocols and ensuring the safety of all attendees. As an organization deeply rooted in Chinese traditions and values, ANHUI BIOPIN IOT GROUP remains committed to fostering a harmonious and inclusive environment while actively contributing to the betterment of society.

Sales at Pakistan Aluminum Beverage Cans (PABC) rose by almost three-quarters in the first six months of 2023 as new capacity came online and exports increased. The results extend a purple patch for Pakistan’s sole maker of two-piece aluminum drink cans after revenue increased by a third last year. More growth is expected in the remainder of the year as the carmaker adds yet more capacity. PABC said sales for the six months to the end of June were PKR11.12 billion (US$36.3 million), up 71% year-on-year. Pre-tax profit climbed 74% to PKR2.90bn. Second-quarter sales jumped 53% to PKR5.94bn. Chair Simon Jennings said exports drove the company’s strong performance. “Our export sales have continued growing strongly to Afghanistan, Central Asia, and Bangladesh as market demand for cans has grown,” Jennings told The Canmaker. “Our markets are focused on slim cans as there is a preference for smaller sizes.”   PABC, which is owned by Ashmore Investment Management and Liberty Group, has been increasing capacity at its Faisalabad plant. Last year it expanded the facility to produce 950 million cans per year, and Jennings said the company is on track to extend that to 1.2 billion this quarter. “This enhanced capacity will empower the company to achieve operational and cost efficiencies, better meeting the demand for aluminum beverage cans,” PABC said in a statement. PABC said it had managed to achieve growth despite “struggling with formidable economic challenges resulting from currency devaluation, elevated inflation, and interest rates”. That has dented domestic demand, where sales volumes declined. “Demand in Pakistan softened in the second quarter due to Ramadan fillings having occurred mainly in the first quarter and the impact of the economic situation,” Jennings said.  Earlier this year, Jennings told The Canmaker that a second decorator was being installed as part of PABC’s expansion plans. The carmaker exports to countries in south and central Asia, and provides cans to fillers including Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, and local brand Pakola. “Demand in Pakistan softened in the second quarter due to Ramadan fillings having occurred mainly in the first quarter and the impact of the economic situation,” Jennings said.  Earlier this year, Jennings told The Canmaker that a second decorator was being installed as part of PABC’s expansion plans. The carmaker exports to countries in south and central Asia, and provides cans to fillers including Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, and local brand Pakola.

Cary Causey, president of Ball Packaging EMEA, with plant manager Jason Bridger. Image courtesy of Ball Corporation Ball’s new beverage can plant in the UK’s East Midlands has been nominated in three categories for local business awards.  The plant, built on a greenfield site at Segro Park Kettering Gateway, complements US-based Ball’s two others in the UK, adjacent to Coca-Cola filling operations at Wakefield in Yorkshire and Milton Keynes in Buckinghamshire. The Kettering plant opened in January 2023 and the company received award nominations in each of the categories it had entered in the NNBN (NN Business Network) Awards. NN being the local postcode. Plant manager Jason Bridger was nominated for businessperson of the year, Ball Beverage Packaging as Business of the Year, and the company is also a finalist for the Green Award. Paulina Panuś, HR manager at the plant, commented: “The nominations received speak volumes about the important role that Ball plays in Kettering and the wider Northamptonshire area. They underscore our unwavering commitment to fostering innovation, championing diversity and inclusion, and leading the charge in sustainable practices.” She commended Bridger as a “shining example” of a leader, adding: “His dedication to building this plant and recruiting the right people has led to the successes in the plant’s production, operating start-up, recruitment, diversity and inclusion, training, and community relations while remaining composed and inspiring the plant teams and stakeholders within Ball.” The finalists were announced in August, after a judging period in July. The winners will be revealed at a ceremony in October. Ball announced plans for the new plant in 2021, with construction starting in March 2022, followed by staff recruitment and training. The new canmaking lines will accelerate volume growth in the region during the second half of 2023, the canmaker said in its second quarter results. 500ml cans of Monster energy drinks with the plant’s 2K3 prefix code have been seen in supermarkets. Panuś said the plant, which employs 170 staff trained in Ball’s other UK plants, is the largest aluminium beverage packaging plant in the UK and covers 56,000sqm for one line with capacity to make a more than billion cans a year, and space to expand for a second line. Ball, which has had its climate change plans approved by the Science Based Targets Initiative, has constructed the plant according to BREEAM’s ‘Excellent’ Sustainability and Environmental Standards. Other features include a rainwater harvesting system and innovative technology to mitigate machinery exhaust emissions. These, says Ball, make the Kettering plant the most advanced facility of its type, using 20% less energy and 70% less water than traditional D&I canmaking processes. Commenting at the ceremony last year, Carey Causey, president of Ball Beverage Packaging EMEA, said: “As environmental awareness increases, consumers are insisting on more sustainable drinks packaging. This new facility, in one of the UK’s best-known manufacturing locations, will help us to support our customers’ growth, creating fully recyclable cans which can play a role in a truly circular economy and support the local community.” The Kettering plant, which was started up around the same time as another at Pilzen in Czech Republic, brings Ball’s total number of sites in the EMEA region to 26. Crown is also due to complete the construction of a new beverage can plant in the UK at nearby Peterborough in Cambridgeshire by the end of October. The UK has the largest production base for beverage cans in Europe, making around 11 billion a year. Along with Ball’s three plants, Crown has two more, at Braunstone in Leicestershire and Botcherby near Carlisle; Ardagh Metal Packaging has two, at Rugby and Wrexham, along with an end plant at Deeside, while Canpack has one at Scunthorpe.