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Coveris to showcase PFAS-free packaging at Interzoo 2026

Coveris announces the presentation of PFAS-free mono-material pet food packaging at Interzoo 2026 in Nuremberg. The portfolio is to include, among others, lightweight PE solutions and a metallised variant with enhanced barrier performance.

2026-04-22 packagings

Retrofitting extrusion lines for recyclates according to Gneuss

Rising virgin polymer prices and mandatory recycled-content targets for packaging by 2030 are increasing pressure on processors. Gneuss outlines retrofit concepts intended to enable stable processing of recyclates on existing extrusion lines.

2026-04-21 recyclates

Digitalisation and AI in plastics recycling according to Erema

Erema is developing a digital ecosystem to help recyclers stabilise processes and maintain recyclate quality with fluctuating input. The company highlights, among others, PredictOn, BluPort and automation of critical filtration steps.

2026-04-21 recycling

Wolfgang Trunk to speak at Plastics Recycling Show Europe 2026

Wolfgang Trunk from the European Commission’s DG Environment has joined the list of confirmed speakers for the Plastics Recycling Show Europe 2026 conference. The 10th anniversary edition will take place on 5–6 May 2026 at RAI Amsterdam.

2026-04-20 fairs

New speakers join the PRSE 2026 conference

The organisers of PRSE 2026 have announced additional speakers for the conference, which will take place on 5–6 May at RAI Amsterdam. The programme includes presentations by representatives of EU institutions and companies from the plastics recycling value chain.

2026-04-16 fairs

PulPac surpasses 500 patents for Dry Molded Fiber

PulPac announced that it has surpassed 500 national patent grants globally in the field of Dry Molded Fiber. The company says the technology is strengthening its position as an industrial fibre forming method with growing market relevance.

2026-04-10 packagings

Amcor and Voslauer develop tethered closures for bottled water

Amcor supplies Voslauer Mineralwasser with new customized tethered closures for the brand’s iconic bottles, combining EU SUP Directive requirements with functionality and sustainability targets.

2026-03-26 packagings

Polymer Comply Europe supports the Circular Plastics Europe initiative

Polymer Comply Europe has joined the Circular Plastics Made in Europe campaign, which aims to strengthen the European circular plastics value chain and ensure that plastic waste is recycled within Europe.

2026-03-12 recycling

Spotlight Forum at interpack 2026: 7 days, 7 topics

The Spotlight Forum at interpack 2026 in Düsseldorf will feature around 75 presentations and debates on regulation, resource efficiency, automation, artificial intelligence and securing skilled labour. Under the motto “7 days, 7 topics”, experts from industry, politics, associations and institutions will shape the programme.

2026-03-09 fairs

EuPF: partial exemption of stretch film from reuse targets

The European Commission has adopted a delegated act exempting pallet wrapping films and straps from the 100% reuse obligation in certain domestic and intra-group applications. However, EuPF notes that the lack of an exemption for cross-border transport leaves a key reuse target unresolved.

2026-03-09 packaging industry

SKZ launches a permanent consulting model for the plastics industry

The German institute SKZ is expanding its portfolio with a permanent consulting model for plastics industry companies, focusing on sustainability reporting, EU regulations and preparing businesses for upcoming market requirements.

2026-03-05 polymer industry

Clariant gains EU approval for rice bran wax additives

Clariant has obtained European Commission approval for renewable rice bran wax-based additives for plastics intended for food contact, strengthening their position as a regulatory-compliant alternative to traditional montan waxes in packaging applications.

2026-03-02 chemical industry