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Sustainable Ultra-Lightweight Cans

The Ardagh Group Is Now Manufacturing Lightweight Aluminum Cans

— August 8, 2019 — Social Good
The Ardagh Group, a Luxembourg-based producer of glass and metal products, recently announced the launch of its new, ultra-lightweight aluminum cans.

The new aluminum cans boast a seven percent decrease in weight from its predecessor. In addition, the manufacturing process will save over 3.3 million hectoliters of water. Ardagh Group's newest packaging innovation will still offer consumers the same benefits of traditional cans as the cans can still withstand the same pressure of carbonated drinks.

The launch is part of the company's broader commitment to reducing carbon dioxides emissions, and the new production process will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 28,000 tons. The lighter weight of the cans will also decrease transportation-related emissions, further increasing its environmental benefits.
Trend Themes
1. Ultra-lightweight Packaging - The Ardagh Group's ultra-lightweight aluminum cans are a disruptive innovation opportunity for the packaging industry, allowing companies to reduce material waste and transportation-related emissions.
2. Sustainable Manufacturing - The Ardagh Group's commitment to reducing carbon dioxide emissions and saving water through their new production process presents an opportunity for sustainable manufacturing practices in the metal products industry.
3. Environmental Packaging Solutions - The launch of the Ardagh Group's lightweight aluminum cans showcases an opportunity for companies to meet consumer demand for more environmentally friendly packaging options.
Industry Implications
1. Packaging - The Ardagh Group's ultra-lightweight aluminum cans present an opportunity for the packaging industry to adopt more sustainable and lightweight packaging solutions.
2. Metal Products - The Ardagh Group's sustainable manufacturing practices and innovative aluminum cans open up opportunities for the metal products industry to embrace environmentally friendly production processes.
3. Beverage - The launch of the Ardagh Group's lightweight cans provides an opportunity for the beverage industry to adopt more sustainable and lightweight packaging solutions for carbonated drinks.
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