Utz Group offers support in implementing PPWR
The PPWR reshapes packaging requirements in the EU. Utz Group offers consulting that includes compliance analysis and optimization of packaging and transport processes.
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Henkel debuts phthalate-free PVC sealants for metal packaging
Henkel Adhesive Technologies has introduced the phthalate-free Darex COV sealant range for metal pails and drums, replacing existing formulations to meet tightening regulations. The flagship Darex COV 73 enables lower curing temperatures and avoids CMR-classified ingredients.
KHS receives EcoVadis platinum, advances ESG reporting
KHS GmbH has received a platinum medal from EcoVadis with 86 out of 100 points, placing the company in the top 1% of more than 150,000 rated firms. The supplier also achieved a leader rating on the carbon scorecard and is aligning its voluntary reporting with CSRD requirements.
Failure instead of boom - or why plastic recycling is not in its heyday
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.
Amaplast raises concerns over EU-USA tariff agreement impact
Amaplast, the Italian association for plastics and rubber machinery manufacturers, voices serious concerns about the new EU-USA tariff agreement, warning of significant challenges for European industry and exports.
Positive “Scientific Opinion” by EFSA for PET bottle-to-bottle recycling process
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.
Kuraray pioneers sustainable packaging with innovative barrier materials
Kuraray is driving sustainable innovation in the packaging industry with new high-performance materials for recyclable mono-material barrier packaging concepts - including biocircular Eval Evoh, biodegradable Plantic , Kuraray Poval, Exceval, Elvanol, and Mowiflex.
New EU requirements driving change in the packaging sector
The Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), which came into force on February 11, 2025, marks a significant shift for the European packaging industry.
KHS optimizes its inspection technology with the help of artificial intelligence
Tethered caps have been mandatory for all non-returnable PET bottles in the EU since 2024. Consequently, the number of closure variants and thus the demands made of inspection technology have increased. KHS GmbH is meeting these new challenges with the help AI.
KHS publishes 2024 sustainability report
KHS GmbH has restructured its voluntary reporting process. The systems provider for the filling and packaging industry has now brought its sustainability report further into line with the EU reporting standard and is disclosing additional non-financial KPIs.
Tomra spearheads coalition to demand circularity provisions
Key figures within the EU Plastic Recycling Industry and others have joined forces to raise alarm over the European Commission’s draft Clean Industrial State Aid Framework, citing a critical lack of support for circularity measures.
PRSE draws over 13,000 attendees for first time in its nine-year history
The Plastics Recycling Show Europe shattered records in Amsterdam with over 500 exhibitors, more than 75 expert speakers, and an all-time high of 13,325 attendees over the two days.
