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The Polish Union of Plastics Converters highlights the increasing pressure on the European plastics supply chain, driven by geopolitical tensions and rising energy and polymer prices, which threatens the stability of the domestic converting sector.
On 20–21 May 2026, the 13th Interzero Environmental Conference will be held at the Grand Hotel in Łódź, focusing on the impact of new EU regulations on waste management, recycling, packaging and e-commerce.
Tomra Recycling announces the presentation of its updated AI-based sorting technology portfolio at IFAT 2026 in Munich, highlighting the 30th anniversary of the Autosort system and the launch of new deep learning solutions and analytical tools.
In 2026, SI Group received a Silver rating from EcoVadis, placing it in the 85th percentile of companies assessed globally and improving on its 2025 Bronze rating. The recognition reflects the progress outlined in the company's ESG report.
Visitor registration has started for the Central European Plastics Meeting 2026, which will take place on 2–3 June 2026 at the Sava Center in Belgrade. The event is based on pre-organised B2B meetings and brings together participants from across Central Europe.
Ten entities have established the Employers' Association of the Circular Economy and Recycling to represent companies involved in actual processing and material recovery and to support regulatory dialogue around the circular economy and recycling system in Poland.
In 2025, Italian production of machinery, equipment and moulds for plastics and rubber processing fell by around 5% to 4.4 billion euros. The results reflect weaker exports, strong domestic demand and a tense geopolitical and regulatory environment.
The 9th edition of the Stena Circular Economy Award shows that the circular economy is becoming one of the key development directions for Polish companies, startups and student projects, combining environmental and business benefits.
At PRS Europe 2026 in Amsterdam, Vecoplan will present its plastics cleaning solutions, with a particular focus on dry cleaning technology integrated into complete recycling lines.
Borealis has been ranked first in Austria's Technology Dashboard 2025 of the European Patent Office, filing 115 new priority patent applications and confirming its long-term focus on innovation.
At Interpack 2026, Innovia Films will present a new generation of mono-material BOPP polypropylene films, developed to meet PPWR requirements and to enable recyclable packaging design.
In Japan, the use of recyclates and bioplastics in packaging, automotive and other sectors is growing, while domestic plastics production declines. Regulatory changes, industry initiatives and supply chain restructuring are driving the transformation.
In 2025, Krones maintained stable, profitable growth, increasing revenue to EUR 5.66 billion, improving the EBITDA margin to 10.6% and raising the proposed dividend to EUR 2.80 per share. The company also reaffirmed its ambitious target of climate neutrality by 2040.
The dry recyclables sorting plant designed by Stadler for Flacipel in Guarulhos has become a key element of the regional recycling infrastructure, combining high process flexibility with the ambition to achieve a zero‑landfill model.
At the Plastics Recycling Show Europe 2026 in Amsterdam, Lindner will showcase integrated solutions for plastics recycling, focusing on recyclate quality, energy efficiency and process optimisation along the entire value chain.
AMI has opened free registration for the Compounding & Recycling Expo, which will take place on 23–24 September 2026 at Messe Frankfurt. The event focuses on the growing interconnection between polymer compounding and recycling.
GreenDot has integrated the French RG Group, adding two mechanical recycling plants for LDPE film and expanding its operational presence in Europe. This step strengthens the recyclate base for converters and brand owners and supports the achievement of recycled content targets in packaging.
At the Interpack trade fair in Düsseldorf, Comexi will present a portfolio of ready-to-market packaging solutions, demonstrating how to comply with new European requirements, reduce carbon footprint and lower operating costs at the same time.
MAS Tech celebrates its 20th anniversary as a provider of complete solutions for plastics and PET recycling, based on patented conical co-rotating twin-screw extrusion technology and new iQonicTWIN platforms.
BASF and Schütz have signed an agreement to build an automated IBC production and storage plant next to BASF’s main site in Ludwigshafen, aimed at ensuring long-term security of industrial packaging supply.
A group of European industry organisations has called on the European Commission and the Presidency of the Council of the European Union to apply the “Made in Europe” principle to recycled plastic content targets across relevant EU legislation. The signatories are Plastics Recyclers Europe, Recycling Europe, FEAD, Reloop and Green Dot (Der Grüne Punkt).
The European plastics industry is losing its share in global production, creating risks for the EU's feedstock autonomy. Experts indicate that one of the key elements for improving supply security may be the development of the circular plastics market, including recyclates.
The Plastic is Fantastic Association is expanding its activities in Asia, appointing Sandy Lin as Cluster Director and announcing its first appearance at Chinaplas 2026 in Shanghai.
EREMA and AIPMA/AMTEC are launching a new plastics recycling training centre in Mumbai, focused on practical training for operators and supervisors for India’s growing recycling sector.
Nordmann announces the presentation of an extensive portfolio of plastic recycling additives at Plastics Recycling Show Europe 2026 in Amsterdam, together with co-exhibitor Kraton.
Beverage producers are accelerating lightweighting, barrier development and recyclability improvements for PET bottles, cans and cartons. These solutions will be showcased at interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf.
Neste has started up at its Porvoo refinery the world’s largest facility for upgrading liquefied plastic waste, with an annual processing capacity of up to 150,000 tonnes, supplying feedstock for the chemicals and plastics industry.
Emirates Biotech has joined the European Circle consortium, which aims to demonstrate a biorefinery converting food waste into bio-based chemicals, including polylactic acid (PLA). The company is responsible for the lactic acid polymerisation stage.
Polymer Comply Europe has joined the Circular Plastics Made in Europe campaign, which aims to strengthen the European circular plastics value chain and ensure that plastic waste is recycled within Europe.
Clariant, together with Borealis and SINTEF, has completed a pilot project in Norway confirming the effectiveness of pyrolysis oil upgrading technology for plastic waste to steam cracker grade feedstock, suitable for virgin polyolefin production.
Petcore Europe has opened registration for the Thermoforms Conference 2026, to be held on 18–19 June in Valencia. The event will focus on practical aspects of PET tray recycling and alignment with PPWR requirements.
RecyClass has updated its design for recycling guidelines and recyclability evaluation protocols for major plastic packaging streams, based on the results of more than 20 testing campaigns. The changes reflect real sorting and recycling conditions in Europe.
Amcor has received UN certification for 5.5 l and 5.8 l industrial containers with 50% post-consumer recycled plastic, manufactured at its Pamplona plant. The solution supports safe packaging of hazardous substances and compliance with EU regulatory requirements.
GCR Plastic Solutions and RIGK have carried out advanced recycling trials of post-consumer industrial packaging from the PAMIRA and GVÖ systems, aimed at meeting future PPWR requirements for material quality, traceability and safety.
Lightweight, recyclable packaging is gaining importance in the wine segment. The example of the Nordic market and PET bottles with high recycled content shows that such solutions can facilitate access to new consumer groups and reduce the carbon footprint.
The Spotlight Forum at interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf will feature around 75 presentations and debates on regulation, resource efficiency, automation, artificial intelligence and securing skilled labour. Under the motto “7 days, 7 topics”, experts from industry, politics, associations and institutions will shape the programme.