Glass International

5 days ago | glass-international.com | Jess Mills

CelSian will host an introductory training course on bubble and seed defects in glass production on 24 - 25 June 2025. Bubbles, blisters, and seeds are among the most common and costly defects in glass production - yet they remain some of the most difficult to fully understand and resolve. The course is designed to give participants the tools and insight they need to identify, understand, and reduce these quality issues. The training will take place over two half-days, from 14:00 to 18:00 (CET).

5 days ago | glass-international.com | Jess Mills

In an industry-wide survey, British Glass found that 43% of UK brands and retailers are considering moving away from glass. British Glass has released findings that challenge the UK Government’s stance on its proposed packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR) reforms. These reforms, led by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), aim to make producers pay for the full cost of managing packaging waste.

6 days ago | glass-international.com | Greg Morris

The ASEAN Federation of Glass Manufacturers (AFGM) held its annual Council Meeting in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam last month. The event was hosted by The Vietnam Glass Association, VIEGLASS and showcased Saigon’s vibrant street and rich cultural heritage. The three-day event included Country Chairmen representations from Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines. Current AFGM Chairman Mr. Jonathan Aquino presided the Council Meeting.

6 days ago | glass-international.com | Jess Mills

The World Soda Ash Conference 2025 will take place from 7 – 9 October. The event will be held at the Convention Centre of Palma in Spain, and and be hosted by Chemical Market Analytics by OPIS, A Dow Jones Company. It will bring together soda ash producers, buyers, and market analysts from around the world, offering insights into the trends shaping the global market.

6 days ago | glass-international.com | Greg Morris

Three US glass manufacturers have had federal funding for decarbonisation projects cut. O-I Glass, Gallo Glass and Libbey Glass have had millions cut after the US Department of Energy said it was terminating project awards under the Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations. The grant to Perrysburg-based O-I Glass would have reduced emissions by up to 40% at its Zanesville, Ohio facility.