https://www.plastech.biz/en/news/tag/circular-economy-266 · 27.07.2026

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Indorama Ventures targets zero landfill waste in the Philippines

Indorama Ventures has launched a Zero Waste to Landfill initiative at PETValue Philippines, its bottle-to-bottle PET recycling site in Cavite. The project includes co-processing non-recyclable caps and labels as alternative fuel in cement manufacturing.

2026-07-27 recycling

ReVentas joins HG2030 for PP recyclate in packaging

ReVentas has joined the European HG2030 – Circular Packaging consortium. The company aims to use its solvent-based purification technology to obtain polypropylene of virgin-like quality for rigid food packaging.

2026-07-21 recycling

Oceanzyme investigates enzymatic recycling of marine waste

The Oceanzyme project is analysing new enzymatic recycling solutions for marine waste collected during passive fishing campaigns. The consortium aims to verify the potential for its valorisation and reuse, including in fisheries and aquaculture.

2026-07-17 recycling

Registration and exhibitor applications open for TaipeiPlas 2026

The organizers of TaipeiPlas 2026 have opened exhibitor applications and online visitor registration. The event will take place on September 15 to 19, 2026, at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center and will focus on smart manufacturing, innovative materials, and sustainability.

2026-07-17 fairs

Edvanced Recycling Days 2026 focused on post-consumer recycling

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.

2026-07-15 recycling

Hera Group acquires 70% of Kronos Polymer Polska

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.

2026-07-15 polyethylene (PE)

The role of pooling in supply chain infrastructure

Tosca indicates that reusable packaging pooling systems are changing the way load carriers are evaluated. They are increasingly being treated as an element of infrastructure affecting operating costs, availability and supply chain reliability.

2026-07-14 packagings

RecyClass strengthens the role of recyclate in packaging

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.

2026-07-08 recycling

Residual waste sorting as key to resource recovery and circular economy goals

Stadler says residual waste sorting is becoming an important part of material recovery and achieving circular economy goals. The company points to the growing importance of flexible and safe plants adapted to local conditions.

2026-07-08 waste and pollution

Plastotecnica celebrates 50 years of operation

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.

2026-07-02 packagings

Elix Polymers publishes its 2025 sustainability report

Elix Polymers has published its 2025 Sustainability Report, summarising the implementation of its 2020–2025 Action Plan and setting a new stage for its ESG strategy. The company points to, among other things, a reduction in product carbon footprint, lower water consumption and the further development of circular solutions.

2026-07-02 sustainability

Scanfill launches rPP film for food contact

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.

2026-07-01 polypropylene (PP)