With its sustainable packaging innovations, Südpack continues to set new benchmarks in this market. The film manufacturer has also developed recyclable mono-material solutions for packaging coffee beans and ground coffee - offering an alternative to conventional PET/aluminum/PE composites.
Fast-paced growth of high-density polyethylene and polypropylene recycling came to a halt, with capacities plateauing in 2023. This finding is highlighted in the latest report released by Plastics Recyclers Europe in collaboration with ICIS, providing detailed data on production, collection, and recycling for the EU 27+3 region.
The polypropylene market in Poland has been showing signs of poor activity for an extended period. Market participants point to a decline in orders for finished products, stagnation in the automotive industry in Europe, as well as overall economic slowdown.
Perstorp and BRB inaugurated a new innovation hub in Shanghai, China. This advanced laboratory opened on April 17th and will support growth in the region by increasing technical support for customers with a specific focus on the Asian market.
B.I.G. Yarns, a leading designer and manufacturer of polyamide, polypropylene), and polyester carpet yarns for commercial, automotive, residential, and technical applications, is proud to announce a significant investment of €25 million in its French yarn production site.
The Industry Fair (MIS) has once again established itself as an important platform for the plastics industry. The trade fair opened its doors in Celje from April 8 to 11, 2025. BOY was represented together with its Slovenian representative Uniplast Inzeniring d.o.o.
At the turn of the year 2025/2026, the family-owned corporate group Polykemi Group will undergo its next generational shift. It will be time for the third generation to step into top leadership roles.
Gollmer Formen GmbH, a leading company in the international project planning and procurement of injection molds from China, Vietnam, India and Eastern Europe. On this years Plastpol fair we teamed up with Mapro Polska.
Informa Markets, the organiser of the plastics trade fair Plástico Brasil, which took place in São Paulo from 24 to 28 March 2025, has launched the “Better Stands” initiative committing to the goal of eliminating exhibitor stand waste by 2030.
An opportunity for attendees to interact with the Group’s leading experts and explore advanced materials developed to help businesses drive efficiency, sustainability and competitiveness.
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.
Recently, there has been some turmoil in the market, caused by actions taken by the White House administration and reactions from China and the European Union. Market participants closely followed the changing situation regarding tariffs.
