The International Organisation of Aluminium Aerosol Container Manufacturers (AEROBAL) has revealed the winners of the World Aluminium Aerosol Can Award 2025, recognising excellence in design, technology and sustainability across the global aerosol packaging sector.

The awards were presented during the organisation’s General Assembly in Paris in early February. In a change to previous years, member companies voted directly for the winning entries, replacing the traditional judging panel. Secretary General Seifeldin Raslan Mohamed said the new voting system was introduced to increase member engagement and transparency, with strong participation confirming the credibility of the awards as a global industry benchmark.

In the “Already on the Market” category, two products shared first place. Turkish manufacturer Aryum was recognised for its embossed aluminium cans created for the Hot Black Collection by fragrance brand Bernard Dimitri, part of the Shaikh Mohd Saeed Group. The 200ml perfumed body spray cans feature 360-degree embossing designed to enhance shelf appeal and brand protection, with distinctive base embossing providing an additional visual signature across the range.

Joint winner Gulf Cans, based in the United Arab Emirates, was honoured for its packaging for the EGOX anti-perspirant deodorant range. The design features a slender, elongated silhouette with sharp lines to create a modern and refined appearance, supported by coordinated colour and graphic elements to reinforce brand identity and premium positioning.

The “Prototype” category was won by Trivium Packaging Brasil for an aluminium can developed for adidas. The design combines retro-inspired graphics with modern metallic finishes while incorporating significant sustainability improvements. The can weight was reduced by 25% through the use of advanced alloy and manufacturing processes, while carbon emissions were cut by more than 50%. Internal coating reductions also contributed to lower VOC and CO₂ emissions, resulting in a lighter package with reduced environmental impact.

In the “Sustainability” category, Ball Corporation received top honours for what is described as the first ultra-low carbon aerosol can made using ELYSIS® aluminium. Developed in partnership with Alcoa and Unilever, the can combines aluminium produced through carbon-free smelting technology with 50% post-consumer recycled content. The process eliminates direct greenhouse gas emissions during smelting and achieves an estimated 40–42% lower carbon footprint compared with conventional low-carbon aluminium.

AEROBAL said the project demonstrates how collaboration across the value chain can accelerate decarbonisation and create scalable solutions for sustainable metal packaging, while maintaining performance and regulatory compliance.

Founded in 1976 and now representing 21 aluminium aerosol can manufacturers worldwide, AEROBAL provides market data, regulatory guidance and promotes aluminium aerosol packaging as a sustainable solution across global markets.