Product received certificate of recognition at 2025 ADF innovation awards.

At Paris Packaging Week 2025, PPG celebrated 50 years of innovation and the expansion of its non-BPA HOBA internal coatings for aluminum drink bottles. PPG Hoba Pro 2848 coating received a certificate of recognition in the 2025 ADF innovation awards. Photo courtesy of PPG

PPG announced the expansion of its non-bisphenol A (BPA) HOBA internal coatings line with the launch of PPG Hoba Pro 2848 coating. This solution meets the growing demand to package water, wine and other drinks in aluminum bottles.

The product was featured at Paris Packaging Week, the world¡¯s largest packaging event for aerosols, cosmetics and the luxury drinks industry and received a certificate of recognition in the event¡¯s Aerosol and Dispensing Forum (ADF) Innovation Awards.

¡°For 50 years, PPG Hoba coatings have delivered high-performance, non-BPA solutions for aluminum aerosol cans and tubes used in personal care products such as deodorants, haircare, shaving creams and cleansers,¡± said Hella Gourven, PPG global personal care coatings segment manager, Packaging Coatings. ¡°With this expansion, PPG brings its proven expertise to the growing market where aluminum bottles are emerging as a preferred sustainable packaging choice for water, wine, beer and other drinks.¡±

Designed for monobloc aerosols, collapsible tubes, and aluminum bottles, PPG Hoba coatings provide enhanced internal protection. PPG Hoba Pro 2848 coating is a non-bisphenol, PFAS-NI* and non-phenolic internal liner offering a reliable, robust and highly versatile solution for personal care, beverage, pharmaceutical and food products. The product was also recently recognized by the German Packaging Institute in the 2024 German Packaging Awards.

¡°As an enhancement of PPG Hoba 2845 coating, this new technology offers canmakers and brands a reliable solution to package a range of products such as wine and sparkling wine. We¡¯re proud to offer our customers proven, high-performing solutions ¨C trusted for over 50 years ¨C in the personal care market and beyond,¡± said Gourven.

PPG Hoba coatings are manufactured worldwide and supported by in-country technical service and supply chain teams. In addition to PPG Hoba coatings, the Packaging Coatings business offers a comprehensive portfolio of internal and external coatings for other food and beverage products under the PPG NUTRISHIELD and PPG INNOVEL brands.

The PPG team showcased its coatings and shared insights on the latest advancements in sustainable packaging. Charles Turner, PPG global director, food contact and regulatory affairs, Packaging Coatings, presented ¡°Global Food Contact Regulations Impacting Packaging¡± on the Circular Economy Stage.