Ball Corp: Leading Sustainable Aluminium Packaging Globally

Ball Corp has delivered strong results in its 2025 annual report, shipping 111.9 billion units of aluminium packaging worldwide and achieving net sales of US$13.16bn. The sustainable aluminium packaging manufacturer, which produces solutions for beverage, personal care and household products, has also exceeded sustainability targets while expanding its global manufacturing footprint across North America, Europe and Asia.

The company's performance comes as it continues to invest in new facilities and renewable energy initiatives, positioning itself as a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. Ball's 2025 results demonstrate growth across multiple markets, supported by strategic acquisitions and operational improvements at manufacturing sites worldwide.

Global expansion through strategic acquisitions

Ball is strengthening its global presence through strategic facility acquisitions and investments across key markets. The company acquired an aluminium can manufacturing facility in Winter Haven, Florida during 2025, which has bolstered its North American manufacturing capabilities.

In January 2025, the company acquired an 80% majority stake in Benepack, a beverage can manufacturing business operating two production facilities in Belgium and Hungary. Ron Lewis, Ball's Chief Executive Officer, says: "Benepack's plants in Belgium and Hungary are well positioned to serve a growing base of beverage customers across Europe.

"This investment further optimises our European manufacturing network, supports long-term volume and EVA dollar growth with key customers and reinforces aluminium beverage cans as a sustainable, scalable packaging choice."

The company is also increasing investments in its Sri City plant in India to support the country's growing beverage can market.

Renewable energy powers operations

According to Ball's 2025 report, 84% of the company's global electricity usage came from renewable sources. The manufacturer has achieved a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions compared to its 2017 baseline, with Scope 1 covering emissions during production and Scope 2 covering off-site emissions.

Ball anticipates achieving its 2030 target of a 55% reduction in total emissions ahead of schedule. The company improved electricity intensity across multiple manufacturing sites during 2025 by upgrading compressed air and vacuum systems throughout its processes.

At Ball's Fosie, Sweden plant, upgraded vacuum pumps have contributed to electricity savings by reducing consumption by 1,032,000 kWh annually. The company is exploring additional renewable energy solutions globally, including off-site and behind-the-meter projects, battery energy storage and microgrid solutions for manufacturing sites.

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Recycled content targets drive progress

According to a McKinsey report, major customers in the packaging industry are setting high recycled-content targets for materials, including aluminium. McKinsey argues that recycling aluminium, especially from postconsumer scrap, could be a more efficient and faster gateway to achieving net-zero emissions.

Ball has established a 2030 target of 85% recycled content and is working with aluminium suppliers to incorporate sustainability commitments into contracts to try and achieve this goal. In 2025, 74% of the aluminium used by Ball's global beverage packaging business came from recycled sources.

Ron says: "2025 was a record-breaking year with our global team delivering exceptional results.

"Staying close to our customers is more important than ever and that proximity is helping us innovate, grow and deliver value faster. We continue to scale and standardise our operations to fully leverage our manufacturing expertise and expanding footprint, serving our customers when and where they need us most.

 "Our belief in aluminium is bolstered by its superior sustainability, quality and efficiency. Looking ahead, we have a clear strategy in place and a team dedicated to delivering value for our shareholders and making a difference for our company, our customers and our communities."