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Novelis Planning £69 Million Investment to Expand UK Recycling Capacity for Used Beverage Cans

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Novelis Europe is expanding its recycling capacity for UBC by 85 kilotonnes per year, marking a growth of over 100%. This significant project is set to commence commissioning in December 2026. The expansion will involve the construction of a new dross house, three new bag houses, and the installation of advanced shredding, sorting, de-coating, and melting technologies.

These upgrades will not only enhance the plant’s recycling volume and efficiency but will also lead to an annual CO2e reduction of more than 350,000 tonnes for Novelis Europe. Once operational, the facility will have the capability to recycle 100% of UBCs collected under the future UK deposit return scheme. This strategic move by Novelis will pave the way for a local, fully circular system that eliminates the need to export scrap from the UK.

Emilio Braghi, executive vice president of Novelis and President of Novelis Europe, emphasized the company’s commitment to sustainability and its role in driving the transformation of the aluminum industry towards full circularity. He stated, “This investment underscores our strong commitment to sustainability as we continue to drive the transformation of the aluminium industry towards full circularity and lead the market with innovative, high-recycled and low-carbon aluminium solutions.”

This expansion aligns with Novelis Europe’s goal of promoting sustainability in the aluminum industry, catering to the increasing demand for sustainable packaging solutions. With a focus on food and drink sustainability, the upgraded facility will play a crucial role in meeting the evolving needs of food and drink companies looking to adopt eco-friendly practices. This investment in sustainable packaging and recycling technologies will position Novelis Europe as a leader in sustainable solutions for food and drink packaging.

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