Avient polymer solutions at Plastex Egypt 2026
Avient Corporation presents its latest portfolio of polymer solutions for packaging, specialty fibers, construction and agriculture at Plastex Egypt 2026, with a particular focus on sustainability.
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Klöckner Pentaplast to debut at Packaging Innovations 2026
Klöckner Pentaplast will make its first appearance at Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026 in Birmingham, presenting packaging solutions for the foodservice sector with a focus on recyclability and performance.
Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026 approaching fast
Packaging Innovations & Empack 2026 approaching fast
SACMI acquires majority stake in Groupe Emballage Technologies
SACMI acquires a 65% stake in the French Groupe Emballage Technologies, strengthening its position in the food packaging sector and its presence in the French and other markets.
PLA as an alternative to banned single-use products in the UAE
From 1 January 2026, an extended ban on selected single-use plastic products will enter into force in the United Arab Emirates. Plant-based PLA material remains exempt from the regulation as an accepted alternative.
Tosca publishes 2025 sustainability report
Tosca publishes the 2025 sustainability report “Driving Change Together”, presenting 2024 results including reduced Scope 3 emissions and lower water use and single-use packaging in supply chains.
EFSA positive opinions for Erema’s PET recycling technology
Erema’s Vacurema Basic, Vacurema Advanced and Vacunite technologies received EFSA positive opinions under Regulation (EU) 1616/2022 for PET recycling for food-contact applications. The company reports that challenge tests confirmed decontamination efficiency under simulated worst-case conditions.
Cafés Méo switches to recyclable PE packaging from adapa
Cafés Méo is replacing multi-material PET/Alu/PE packs with recyclable polyethylene design for recycling flowpacks from adapa, anticipating PPWR 2030 requirements while maintaining product quality.
RecyClass launches TechAp tool for recyclability assessment
RecyClass has introduced the TechAp tool, an online platform for managing recyclability assessments of innovative plastic products in the context of upcoming PPWR requirements.
Borealis and BlueAlp advance chemical recycling of plastics
Borealis will acquire a 10% stake in BlueAlp and transfer its majority share in Renasci to the company to accelerate the development of chemical recycling technology and the production of circular feedstock for the packaging industry.
Tetra Pak launches juice carton with paper-based barrier
Tetra Pak and García Carrión are launching the first aseptic juice carton with a paper-based barrier, reducing the use of fossil-based raw materials and the carbon footprint of the package.
Industrial packaging under PPWR and logistics digitalisation
Increasing regulatory requirements, circular economy targets and digitalisation are transforming industrial packaging solutions. Interpack 2026 will showcase the latest developments in pallets, drums, containers, labelling and measurement systems.
