Sidel received two SEAL Business Sustainability Awards 2026 for its EvoBLOW Laser blow-moulding system and SWING Evo tunnel pasteurizer, awarded in the Sustainable Innovation Award and Sustainable Product Award categories respectively.
The Łukasiewicz Research Network and the Qemetica Group have entered into a strategic partnership covering the development of chemical technologies supporting the energy transition and the circular economy, as well as dual-use solutions for defence.
During the 11th edition of Warsaw Pack 2026, the packaging industry and plastics processing sector will focus on packaging technologies and upcoming PPWR and EPR regulations, analysing their impact on packaging design and production.
SKZ and industrial partners are developing a continuous depolymerization process for silicone elastomer waste in a planetary roller extruder, enabling monomer recovery and reducing the use of virgin raw materials.
The Polish Association of Tire Recyclers has elected a new president. The position was taken over by Andrzej Kubik, long associated with the tire and plastics recycling sector, who announces strengthening the recyclers' voice in regulatory discussions.
At IFAT Munich 2026, Lindner will present new solutions in plant engineering and shredding technology, including the latest Urraco Evo, Merak 2800 and fourth-generation Micromat series, complemented by the Nexus service platform.
Stadler has completed the reconstruction of the Sortierkontor Nord plant in Bremen after two fires in 2022. The modernised lightweight packaging sorting facility offers enhanced fire safety, a higher level of automation and readiness for automated battery extraction.
Mondi and Prymat are implementing an ultra-high barrier paper packaging based on FunctionalBarrier Paper Ultimate, designed to reduce carbon footprint and enable recycling while maintaining protection of aromatic spices.
Petcore Europe has opened registration for the Thermoforms 2026 conference, to be held on 18–19 June 2026 in Valencia, focusing on practical aspects of PET tray recycling and compliance with PPWR requirements.
PAGEV and Certiloop have signed a strategic cooperation protocol aimed at ensuring that Turkish plastic packaging producers comply with the PPWR, reducing costs related to the plastic tax and strengthening export competitiveness in EU markets.
Emirates Biotech, in cooperation with Heriot-Watt University and UAEU, has concluded a competition for the design of its new headquarters. The winning concept emphasizes a sustainable approach, efficient use of daylight and circular economy principles.
Within the Possible project, Cannon and its partners have developed two mechanical recycling routes for rigid polyurethane foams and PU/GFRP composites, designed to operate with existing high-pressure foaming lines.
