Furthering its commitment to sustainable packaging, Del Monte Foods recently shifted from traditional three-piece tin cans to infinitely recyclable two-piece aluminum beverage cans.
The company has partnered with Ball Corporation, one of the leading sustainable aluminum packaging providers to its commitment to sustainability.
The sustainable packaging rationale:
Aluminum, being infinitely recyclable, offers significant advantages. The material’s circular nature minimizes waste and maintains its value, with recycled aluminum saving 95% energy compared to virgin aluminum.
The two-piece aluminum beverage cans’ lightweight feature reduces carbon emissions by improving fuel efficiency during transportation. Furthermore, fewer materials are needed during manufacturing, lowering carbon dioxide emissions.
The transition to two-piece aluminum beverage cans aligns with sustainability objectives and provides a larger area for improved HD packaging design.
Benefits of the transition:
The initiative is aligned with the Government of India’s ambitious targets of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070 and reducing the economy’s carbon intensity by 45% by 2030. Other benefits include:
Aligns with the transformative shift in the Indian beverage industry’s packaging landscape.
Mirrors the evolving preferences of consumers and environmental consciousness.
Quotes:
Mahesh Kanchan, CEO, Del Monte Foods, said, “In recent years, the Indian beverage industry has undergone a remarkable transformation in packaging for juice. Our transition to aluminum cans is motivated by the improved consumer experience they offer, especially for fruit beverages. The contents inside cool down more rapidly, and these cans exhibit greater corrosion resistance.”
Manish Joshi, Commercial Director, Asia, Ball Corporation, said, “Given the increasing consumer concerns about environmental pollution and the global shift towards a circular economy, many companies are transitioning to aluminum cans. Infinitely recyclable and economically valuable, aluminum packaging is one of the most sustainable packaging solutions available today.”
End note:
The increasing recognition of cans as a sustainable packaging option is expected to persist, propelled by their recyclability and their effectiveness in maintaining product freshness. This positions cans as not just an environmentally conscious choice but also a remarkably practical solution for a wide range of beverages. Furthermore, the growing consumer preference for sustainable packaging solutions is anticipated to drive this continued expansion, the companies said in a press release.