Berry incorporates 30% PCR content into its NorDiVent dry packaging solution
Berry Global’s NorDiVent Form-Fill-Seal (FFS) film is playing a key role in helping Danish dry mortar specialist Marlon meet its sustainable packaging goals.
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Comexi showcases the success of its offset CI evolution technology
EllerHold, a leading European manufacturer of labels, packaging, and advertising materials, has chosen the Comexi Offset CI Evolution to enhance its operations.
New APAC headquarters for PiovanGroup
Investment of 10 million euros in Suzhou, China, to strengthen the Group's presence in Asia.
Archroma joins BioCircular Materials Alliance
Global coalition aims to move the fashion industry towards a circular future by utilizing renewable nature-driven materials.
Röhm Receives ISCC Plus Certification for MMA and PMMA in Shanghai
Röhm Shanghai has achieved ISCC Plus certification for its methyl methacrylate, polymethyl methacrylate, and methacrylate resin products at its Shanghai site. Additionally, Roehm Chemical Co., Ltd. has been certified as an ISCC Plus trading and storage operator.
Ineos Styrolution recycling solution becomes finalist for 2025 Plastics Recycling Awards Europe
Ineos Styrolution is proud to announce that its new polystyrene mechanical recycling solution for food contact quality has been selected as a finalist at the 2025 Plastics Recycling Awards Europe in the category “Product Technology Innovation of the year”.
Oerlikon Barmag and Evonik - strategic partnership for chemically recycled PET
Oerlikon Barmag and Evonik have announced their cooperation to promote chemical recycling of Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) waste. Both companies are committed to develop technologies for robust and efficient depolymerisation and purification processes.
Avient Unveils ColorMatrix Lactra ESL
Avient Corporation, an innovator of materials solutions, announced the launch of ColorMatrix Lactra ESL, an additive solution formulated for the extended shelf-life (ESL) dairy market.
From one peak to the next: managing order spikes more sustainably with adhesives
Picking, packing, and shipping at breakneck speed: Millions of packages left e-commerce warehouses in the weeks leading up to Black Friday and Christmas. Many products were oversized and packed with unnecessary filling material.
Arburg Technology Days 2025
Arburg Technology Days are just around the corner! Enjoy exciting glimpses of Arburg's product world, discover latest technologies and let innovations wow you.
Bioplastics - prepare for the long road ahead
The number of new bioplastic firms that have appeared on the market in recent years is significant. They are promising to revolutionise the industry with their bio-developed polymer platforms, claiming sustainable, renewable resources - the answer to the World’s plastic problem.
Düsseldorf in the starting blocks for K 2025
Mid-January sees the exhibitor database for K 2025 go online. Now completely booked up, this leading trade fair of the plastics and rubber industry will once again stand out with its participation of international market leaders along the value chain.
Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025 finalists announced
The organisers of the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2025 have announced the shortlist of finalists. The winners of the seven awards will be revealed on 2 April at the Plastics Recycling Show Europe, where all the finalists will also be showcased.
Harnessing disruptive technologies for strategic growth in the label industry
The Finat European Label Forum 2024 delved deep into the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in Session 4, addressing both the opportunities and challenges this disruptive technology poses to the label industry.
The full packaging expertise of Coveris and Hadepol Flexo
Coveris, will exhibit at the ExpoSweet trade show in Warsaw, Poland, from 16th to 19th February 2025 showcasing for the first time the product range from the recently acquired company Hadepol Flexo.
S&K Label becomes Coveris Brno - teaming up for sustainable label solutions
The acquisition in the Czech Republic marks Coveris' third acquisition in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) and its first label business acquisition outside the UK. This milestone reflects a significant step in Coveris’ strategy to expand in the CEE region.
The recycling trends for 2025 according to Tomra
Dr. Volker Rehrmann, EVP and Head of Tomra Recycling, a global leader in sensor-based sorting solutions, provides valuable insights into the key trends in sorting and recycling.
Alpla on a growth trajectory with a successful 2024 financial year
Alpla continued its growth trajectory in 2024 with new products, plants, business areas, acquisitions and a focus on training skilled workers.
RePlast Eurasia is getting ready for the second edition
Turkiye's first and only plastic recycling fair is getting ready to be the choice of the sector for the second time
Avient expands production of Nymax REC recycled nylon formulations to Istanbul
Avient Corporation, a premier provider of specialized and sustainable materials solutions and services, today announced that production of its Nymax REC Recycled Nylon Formulations is expanding to Istanbul, Turkey.
JEC World 2025 – Shaping the Future of the Composite Industry
JEC World 2025 is one of the largest events in the composite industry, taking place from March 4th to 6th in Paris. As the official media partner, Plastech.pl offers its users a chance to get a free ticket for this exceptional event
Perstorp announced the acquisition of an ester plant
Global specialty chemicals innovator Perstorp, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Petronas Chemicals Group Berhad (PCG), will serve growing specialty fluids markets from new site in Amsterdam.
Arburg at Mecspe 2025
Arburg and its sales partner Guberti will be at Mecspe at Stand B34 in Hall 36 presenting the new electric Allrounder 720 E Golden Electric, whose slim design and attractive price are sure to impress.
MAS Austria CEO Martin Schnabl on his 10th anniversary
Martin Schnabl has been CEO of MAS Austria since June 2014. We spoke to Managing Director and looked back on the last ten years in detail.
Deposit return scheme in Romania reaches 84% collection rate in the first year
30 November marks one year since the launch of the deposit return system (DRS) in Romania, promoting the separate collection of drink containers for recycling.
Syntegon moves into a new office building
The leading provider of processing and packaging solutions Syntegon has completed the construction of its new office building at its Crailsheim premises.
Europe-wide alliance for sustainable PMMA recycling established
Advancing the circular economy is one of the most important goals of Röhm’s and Polyvantis' sustainability strategy. To achieve this, the companies also rely on strong partnerships and collaborations.
Neste introduces co-processed renewable Neste RE feedstock for the polymers and chemicals industry
Neste complements its offering of more sustainable feedstock for polymers and chemicals production with co-processed Neste RE, a complementary solution to existing renewable and recycled Neste RE.
Gabriel-Chemie opens State-of-the-Art new warehouse with photovoltaic system
The Gabriel-Chemie Group is delighted to announce the opening of a new, state-of-the-art warehouse that will now serve as the central logistics hub for the entire Gabriel-Chemie group.
PRSE 2025 conference programme outlined
The outline conference programme for the Plastics Recycling Show Europe (PRS Europe) has been published ahead of the event’s return to the RAI Amsterdam on 1-2 April 2025.
European Bioplastics concludes EBC24 on a high note
European Bioplastics concludes two days of insightful presentations, panel discussions and market data analysis at EBC24.
ColorForward forecasts an eclectic color palette in 2026
Avient Corporation, an innovator of materials solutions, today announced the launch of ColorForward 2026, its annual color trend forecasting tool for the plastics industry developed to support the design of impactful aesthetics for new consumer products.
Emirates Biotech selects Sulzer technology to build world’s largest PLA production facility
Emirates Biotech has selected Sulzer as the technology provider for its upcoming Polylactic Acid (PLA) production plant in the United Arab Emirates.
PFAS-free non-flammable formulations expand Avient's portfolio
Avient Corporation announces the addition of flame-retardant (FR) grades manufactured without intentionally added PFAS-based raw materials to its portfolio of Complet PKE Long Fiber Reinforced Polyketone Thermoplastics.
Berry’s Prevented Ocean Plastic Bottle helps tackle a global problem
New spring water range uses the category’s first fully recycled ocean-bound plastic bottle.
Expansion of the management team at Evosys
With the addition of Marie Schafnitzl and Oliver Brandmayer to the management board, Evosys is strengthening its decision-making level with two experienced managers who bring extensive strategic expertise in the areas of controlling and corporate development.