The plant visit allowed Lancaster the opportunity to gain a better understanding of the workings of the plant itself, Rexam as a company and about the beverage can, particularly the fact that the can is 100% recyclable.
Mark Lancaster was also introduced to Rexam’s Fusion aluminium bottle, which can be used as an alternative to glass in clubs, an issue around which Lancaster is very interested.
Lancaster said: “I am always keen to champion Milton Keynes as a manufacturing hub and Rexam is the embodiment of that. I was fascinated to learn about the firm, which produces such a high proportion of the country’s cans and is also looking to the future with innovative new products and plans.
“It was also heartening to read, just after my visit, that the company saw a 19% rise in first-half profits, which is a great achievement in the current financial climate and something all the staff should be very proud of.”
Source: Rexam
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