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Henkel has launched the Technomelt EM 335 RE hot melt adhesive for labeling PET bottles. The alkali-dispersible adhesive is up to 98% removable, operates at 110–140°C, and is Petcycle-approved, helping achieve cleaner PET flakes and meet PPWR recycled-content requirements.
At K 2025, Steinert will demonstrate sensor- and AI-based systems for sorting difficult plastic streams, including black packaging, thin films and contaminated food containers. The program also includes plant tours and technical talks in the VDMA forum.
Coveris has launched a new website at www.coveris.com, streamlining its portfolio and improving product search. The site also includes a sustainability and ESG section.
MAAG Group will showcase integrated pelletizing, extrusion, filtration and recycling technologies at K 2025, including the Pearlo CS, next-gen NG-USG, extrex6 EC for rigid PVC and double-stage BRF/ERF filtration, plus a new centrifugal dryer lab and the addition of Sikora.
At the beginning of 2025, news of bankrupt recycling companies, mainly in Western Europe, were reported in a series of non-exhaustive lists of names: Blue Cycle - Netherlands, Stiphout Plastics - Netherlands, Bage Plastics - Austria, Texaid, Veolia - Germany.
BB Engineering and Barmag will present extrusion, melt filtration and integrated PET recycling technologies at K 2025, with live demonstrations during an open house at the BBE Technical Center. The companies share a joint booth in hall 10, booth H12.
MOL Group posted USD 236 million profit before tax in Q2 2025, down 56% year on year amid a softer regional macro environment. High upstream output, strong downstream volumes and growth in consumer services partially offset the headwinds.
MAS will present an expanded portfolio for plastics recycling and compounding at K 2025 in Düsseldorf, including its conical co-rotating twin-screw platform, the Mas 110 extruder, PET recycling solutions and the DRD dry cleaning system.
Barmag, part of the Oerlikon Group, will showcase advanced recycling, extrusion, and filtration technologies for the plastics industry at K 2025, focusing on sustainable closed-loop solutions for polymer processing and high-quality rPET production.
Tray-to-tray recycling is gaining momentum as a solution for circularity in PET packaging. This article explores technological advances, regulatory drivers, and key challenges shaping the future of PET tray recycling.
At K 2025, Wittmann Battenfeld will showcase advanced injection molding technologies and resource-saving innovations, including the new MacroPower with a one-piece machine body, multi-component systems, and solutions for sustainable plastics processing.
Used industrial machinery is gaining recognition as a key component in the circular economy, offering significant environmental and financial benefits while supporting more equitable access to technology across global markets.
At Drinktec, Moretto will showcase innovative automation for PET processing, including crystallizers, grinders, dryers, and dosing systems, all designed to boost efficiency, support recycling, and ensure high-quality production.
Aimplas will present its latest developments in circularity, low-carbon technologies, bioplastics and advanced testing services through industrial projects, technical assistance and certification support.
In just six weeks, the 2nd edition of the International Trade Fair for Recycling Technologies and Raw Materials Recovery - Recycling Tech 2025 - will take place.
Syncro Group celebrates its 18th anniversary in 2025, presenting a new generation of sustainable and efficient machinery at K Show 2025, with a focus on circular economy and advanced process control solutions.
At Fachpack 2025, Südpack will present its latest sustainable packaging solutions, including recyclable mono-materials and advanced skin films, highlighting its commitment to circular economy and reduced carbon footprint.
From September 23 to 25, Fachpack will once again bring the packaging industry together in Nuremberg under the guiding theme "Transition in Packaging."
A new warehouse for long-span goods is being established at Vecoplan’s main site, creating space for heavy machinery.
Klöckner Pentaplast (kp), a global leader in rigid and flexible packaging and speciality film solutions, has been awarded a German Packaging Award in the New Material category for kp 100% Tray2Tray.
Innovia Films, a pioneer in materials science that manufactures BOPP films for packaging, labels, graphics and tobacco products, will be showcasing its recently launched full range of innovative mono-material polypropylene solutions that are PPWR compliant and engineered for advanced recyclability.
In response to exhibitor and visitor feedback - and to further expand the event’s regional reach - the organisers of PRS Asia are delighted to announce that the 2026 edition will take place at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Centre, Shanghai, China from 3–5 November 2026.
The new Resursutvinning Stockholm MSW sorting plant, designed and built by Stadler for Sweden’s largest water and waste utility, is a highly automated, high-throughput facility that supports Stockholm’s environmental strategy, enabling the efficient recovery of recyclable materials and organic waste while reducing CO2 emissions.
At the K 2025, held in Düsseldorf, Germany from October 8 to 15, MEAF Machines will launch its new Xtender technology.
No other material is under as much pressure worldwide as plastic. Stricter regulations, rising energy and raw material costs and increasingly ambitious targets in the circular economy are presenting processors and recyclers with growing challenges.
Bagsik will showcase its equipment and comprehensive solutions for the plastics processing industry at booth 9A45 during the K 2025 trade fair.
Freudenberg Performance Materials (Freudenberg) will showcase packaging materials combining high performance protection, CO2 emission reduction and waste prevention at Fachpack 2025 in Nuremberg, Germany, from September 23-25.
Modern packaging is more than just protection - it is a canvas for creative expression. With the modular Hydro-X Contact system, hubergroup Print Solutions introduces a new generation of water-based inks and overprint varnishes that unlock exceptional creative freedom.
The European Food Safety Authority EFSA confirms the compliance of the decontamination performance of the recoStar PET art recycling process in a positive “Scientific Opinion” based on the new regulation in force since 2022.
With Smart Recycling, the Wittmann Group is bringing its full system solution expertise into play. The product packages boost both efficiency and quality standards of in-line recycling.
With innovative technology, MAS sets new standards in the recycling industry. Discover a versatile system solutions!
RecyClass has released significant updates to its Design for Recycling Guidelines and Recyclability Evaluation Protocols, reflecting the latest scientific findings and ongoing collaboration across the plastic packaging value chain.
At the beginning of July, Wittmann Battenfeld Deutschland opened its expanded and redesigned application technology center at its Nuremberg site with a customer event.
Packaging manufacturer Coveris has received major industry recognition for its leadership in sustainability, winning the prestigious Gold Award for Sustainable Packaging Business of the Year at the Environmental Packaging Awards, organised by Packaging News.
Recently, Polykemi, Rondo Plast, and Scanfill had their ISCC Plus certifications for recycled mass-balanced plastic raw materials confirmed. The certifications apply to their facilities in Ystad, Sweden, giving all of Europe access to certified high-quality recycled plastic materials.
At K 2025, ENGEL will demonstrate how technological innovation, digital intelligence and sustainability can be effectively combined. The trade fair presentation focuses on industry-specific injection moulding solutions that enable companies to manufacture more efficiently, precisely and flexibly.