Written on: February 15, 2024 by SprayTM
In 2023, a total of 575 million aluminum aerosol cans and 796 million aluminum tubes were delivered to Germany. Compared to 2022, this represents a 4% increase for aluminum tubes and a slight rise of 0.5% for aerosol cans. Manufacturers of aluminum aerosol cans and tubes reported good delivery volumes in the first half of 2023, followed by a slight decline in the second half.
According to Clemens Behrenbruch, Chairman of the Tubes, Cans & Extruded Parts division of Aluminium Deutschland (AD), “The strong demand for aluminum tubes, particularly from the pharmaceutical sector, underscores the crucial role of our products in meeting essential packaging requirements. The industry’s performance in 2023 reflects our resilience and adaptability in dealing with challenging market conditions.”
Despite some improvements, energy prices remain high, with uncertainty surrounding availability in the coming years. Regulatory matters and sustainability requirements also present bureaucratic burdens on companies.
The skilled labor shortage remains one of the most acute challenges facing the industry. New employees need a great deal of time to familiarize themselves with the job and it is very difficult to find suitable applicants. In addition, higher sickness rates exacerbate the situation.
In particular, it is up to politicians to create an economic policy framework that offers companies planning security. The industry emphasizes how important it is to take proactive political measures to ensure competitiveness.
While the industry remains cautiously optimistic for 2024, uncertainties regarding energy prices, skilled labor shortages and regulatory challenges require proactive management.
“Nevertheless, we are committed to innovation, sustainability and meeting evolving consumer demands,” concluded Behrenbruch.
