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FCS reported orders for 32 injection moulding machines worth NT$80 million during TaipeiPlas 2026. The company presented automated systems, AI-based process monitoring and energy consumption measurement.
BASF has introduced glass fibre-reinforced PBT/PET compounds containing up to 30% post-consumer recycled material. The Ultradur RC1 grades are intended for structural automotive components.
Omya Performance Polymer Distribution will present its global distribution platform and portfolio at Fakuma 2026. The company will be joined by representatives of selected polymer producers and principal partners.
Borouge International has started commercial operation of its specialty polypropylene compounding facility in Schwechat following an investment of more than €100 million. The plant combines PP resins with recycled polypropylene and additives.
Avient will introduce non-halogenated flame-retardant polyolefin formulations and recycled polyamide grades at Fakuma 2026. The materials target electrical, electronics and appliance applications subject to stricter fire-safety requirements.
At Pack Expo International 2026, Blow Moulding Technologies and Dassault Systèmes will present an integrated workflow combining simulation, process measurement and physical validation for stretch blow moulded bottle development.
Mocom will present recycled carbon fibre-reinforced polyamide compounds and a new TPV for direct bonding with PA12 at Fakuma 2026. The portfolio targets lightweight, structural and two-component applications.
TechnoCompound will expand annual capacity for long-glass-fibre-reinforced compounds at its Bad Sobernheim site by 4,800 tonnes. The new production line is scheduled to start operating by the second quarter of 2027.
At Fakuma 2026, X-Rite Pantone will present systems for measuring, formulating and quality-controlling the colour of plastics. The company has also announced a demonstration of a new portable colour measurement solution.
At Fakuma 2026, the Feddersen Group will present compounds, digital development tools, distribution services and contract compounding solutions. Feddem will separately showcase its FED 18 MTS laboratory extruder.
At Fakuma 2026, Arburg will demonstrate automated production of a wireless key cover from PC/ABS recyclate on the vertical Allrounder 475 V. The application combines In-Mould Decoration, robotic handling and component data for recycling.
EU Regulation 2025/351 will introduce stricter NIAS control obligations from September 2026. Packaging supply chains will need stronger analytical methods, substance traceability and testing across compounding and conversion stages.
Recycled-content requirements are shifting value from recovered volumes toward material quality. TOMRA Recycling identifies traceability, feedstock quality and sorting performance as key factors shaping market access under PPWR.
Nordmann has entered a distribution partnership with Turkish compound manufacturer Politem, covering several European regions. The portfolio includes engineering thermoplastics and compounds containing post-industrial and post-consumer recyclates.
PiFA says transparent communication, controlled material loops and verifiable quality criteria are needed to improve consumer acceptance of recycled plastics in packaging.
The two Veneto companies report that 91.7% of Cantina Pizzolato's plastics waste was sent for recycling in 2025. Collected packaging film is processed by Aliplast and returned to film production as secondary raw material.
Schütz has received the first Premium classification under plastship's Monitored Materials system. Its regranulate for Green Layer industrial packaging scored 9.3 out of 10.
Albis will present thermoplastic material options for mobility, healthcare, electrical and electronics, consumer and construction applications at Fakuma 2026. The exhibit will address regulatory requirements, recycled content and PFAS-free solutions.
The SKZ Plastics Center will hold its "Fillers and Additives in Plastics" seminar in Peine on 24 and 25 November 2026. The programme will cover material performance, recycling, compounding, processability and cost efficiency.
Polyblend has confirmed a €4 million investment to convert an existing production line in Bad Sobernheim, Germany. The line is planned to produce up to 15 kt of compounds based on recycled feedstock from the end of 2027.
New recycling and extended producer responsibility rules in Chile, Colombia and Brazil are increasing demand for recycled plastics. Recupac’s LDPE facility in Chile illustrates how process control and technology partnerships support pellet quality.
EREMA Group reports a profit for financial year 2025/26 despite lower revenue and difficult market conditions. The company points to rising global plastics demand and the need for high-performance recycling technologies as long-term growth drivers.
GreenDot and Duo Plast AG received the German Packaging Award 2026 for DUO EARTH YELLOW BACK, a stretch film containing post-consumer recyclate from household packaging waste collected via Germany's Yellow Bag/Yellow Bin system.
The EU End-of-Life Vehicle Regulation has been published in the Official Journal and will enter into force on 13 August. It introduces mandatory recycled plastic content targets for new vehicle types, design requirements and rules on treatment of end-of-life vehicles.
ReVentas has signed an engineering and licensing alliance agreement with KBR for solvent-based plastics recycling technology. The partnership is intended to accelerate the international deployment of a process that purifies PE and PP waste into pellets with properties close to virgin material.
Amcor has obtained RecyClass certification for selected specifications of Bontite Sustane stretch film containing post-consumer recycled content. The solution is intended to support customers preparing for changes to the UK Plastic Packaging Tax from 2027.
At Edvanced Recycling Days 2026 at Erema's headquarters in Ansfelden, participants examined how post-consumer recycling can deliver consistent quality at scale. The programme included discussions, technology presentations and live equipment demonstrations.
Hera Group, through Aliplast Polska, has signed a binding agreement to acquire 70% of Kronos Polymer Polska. The transaction is intended to support Aliplast’s plan to increase its capacity to more than 210,000 tonnes per year of recycled plastic raw materials.
Kurucsai Plastic has launched a PET sheet extrusion line for food packaging based on Gneuss MRS technology. The investment is intended to increase feedstock flexibility, reduce energy consumption and prepare the plant for processing food-grade recycled PET.
The RecyClass certification system is used to assess the recyclability of plastic packaging and track the origin of secondary raw materials. The growing importance of this certification is linked to regulatory requirements, supply chain transparency and the development of the circular economy.
Plastotecnica, a producer of flexible polyethylene packaging, is celebrating its 50th anniversary. The company reported growth in revenue and volumes, as well as the development of projects related to post-consumer recycled material.
Scanfill is launching Scanfoil rPP POP film with a 30% share of post-consumer mechanically recycled PP. The material has been approved for food contact and is intended to meet upcoming PPWR requirements.
GreenDot is expanding its European plastics recycling platform with the Anviplas Spain plant in Navarcles, Catalonia. The move increases LDPE recycling capacity and the availability of high-quality recyclates for European converters and brand owners.
SABIC has introduced the LNP Elcrin DC0051RC1 compound with 75% post-consumer recycled content. The polycarbonate-based material combines a high PCR share with mechanical performance and flame retardancy for consumer electronics housings.
At the 12th Polymer Forum, Envalior will present two talks focused on materials that support the development of durable, high-performance and more circular components. The presentations will address innovation in a VUCA environment and sustainable engineering materials.
Czech packaging manufacturer Unipack replaced an older extruder with a Gneuss OMNI extrusion system for polyester strapping production. The upgrade delivered higher output, greater process stability, and lower energy consumption and scrap rates.